It was our first trip of the year, and as ever, we prepared in advance for our journey to one of our favourite sites. Motorhome cleaned, clothes and food packed away in eager anticipation, Post Code punched into the Sat Nav, what could possibly go wrong? It became apparent during our journey that we would be 30 minutes early, so we pulled into the nearest services and had a coffee. Sat Nav checked once more, telling us we would arrive at 13:00hrs, which would maximise our time in York. We unusually sailed through York, meeting little to no traffic, the red lights were kind to us, and before we knew it, well, 12:58 to be precise, we could see The Swan pub and our Clementhorpe Rd turn. We pulled into the site, and once again unusually for us, we were the first to arrive, but noticed at least two other motorhomes directly behind us. I got out of the van and started to chat to lady behind us, and after a few seconds the blind came up signaling they had opened the office, and the Warden came down the steps to great us.
Now, let me state my position clearly. I fully understand and abide by the club rules, they are there for a reason, and can only imagine the chaos that is caused when people disregard the rules that are there to benefit the local area, the Wardens (who do a fine job in sometimes difficult circumstances), and the customers who use the sites.
But why oh why was I reminded that I was too early! The conversation went something like this:
Warden – Yet another day this year when people turn up early, not had a single day this year when everyone turns up at the time they should.
Me – I was 2 minutes early
Warden – You were 5
Me – In fact, it would have been more like 90 seconds early (remembering the time at The Swan), but you know how it is, timing a journey and negotiating the traffic through York
Warden – You have Sat Nav
Me – Yes, and Sat Nav told me I would get here at 13:00, but there were no expected traffic hold ups.
I then realised how ridiculous the conversation had become, and decided to let everyone get on with things, but it bugged me all holiday, and I wondered if the people in the motorhomes behind me who also arrived 90 seconds early where also reminded of the arrival time.
PS, it obviously still bugs me, otherwise I wouldn’t have posted this review.
Vanface
Reviewed on 26/02/2023 20:17
