Do we really need to give up our tourer
Due to ill health we were unable to do any touring last year and things don't look like they are going to improve in 2016. We have thought of trading in the caravan for a static but not sure we want something permanent. Or we could pitch the van for a
season to give us time to hopefully improve our health and return to touring. Can anyone suggest any sites that have seasonal pitches other than the club ones. We have 2 areas that we are visit most which are Bridlington and the north east coast and totally
opposite Southport and north west coast.
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Hi,,their is a site between Bridlington & Flamboro,,I've forgot the name but it belongs to a customer of mine & im sure it's a all year round site.its near Danes dyke.
Andy
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Wilbar, sorry to hear touring is proving difficult at the moment. A small private site, slap bang in the middle of one of your preferred areas, Cliff Farm at Sinnington, near Pickering. Take a look at their website, and talk to the owners, it may be just
what you require for a year to hopefully take time out to still enjoy your holidays and decide what might be best for you. Ex CL, marvellous facilities, great location, easy access to East Coast, NY Moors.Good luck and hope things improve for you.
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The Caravan sitefinder site is a very full list of sites. I think a lot of them take seasonal pitching but you might need to ring round. http://www.caravansitefinder.co.uk
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Thank you ask for responding. Not sure if a small camper van would give us the comfort we are use to. Obe of my problems is back pain following recent surgery.I has thought of a motor home but have to told they are just as hard to set up. It is the setting
up that is the problem, I think between us we would manage the water and waste its the awning that is the main problem. I suppose we could try without but have 2 small dogs and with the unpredictable English weather would rather have one up. But if needs must
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Wilbar, we are looking at changing to a MotorHome and have been taking more notice of the "setup" on arrival, and there is no setup , reverse or drive on the pitch , turn engine off ,handbrake on and just a walk to the EHU to plug in the cable
don't dismiss a MotorHome yet
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There is no comparison between setting up a van and an MH. MH is very quick compared with van, but if you are used to a large van and awning, then you will need to look for a large MH (with a large price tag) to get similar space. You then have the moving
off site dilemma. If you like to be around a single site, then I would stick with the van, and see if you can get help setting up. We saw a mobile caravan repair serviceman at Sinnington last time we stayed. They could possibly give help, although of course
it would come at a price. If your problems are likely to be long term, then finding the MH to suit your needs could be the way to go, but not a decision to rush into, as they are very different. We use both a caravan and a MH, depending on what type of holiday
we fancy having!
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Hello Wilbar, have you tried www.ukcampsite.co.uk On their front page they have a list of popular searches and there are many seasonal pitch sites listed. It might be easier to try out a seasonal pitch (some have
a choice of shorter bookings) and see how you go from there. Good luck whatever you decide.0 -
As posters have said a seasonal pitch in the area you want would be an idea,as for awning,not many sites would allow you to leave an awning up while not useing van ,a caravan store will give protection and would be easier to set up,you can get lightweight
sides (not fiamma) that just tie to rails,and water can be overcome without "humping" barrels around, as we do by just topping up with watering cans as we did in our 9yrs of mvs,and if you use site facilities the waste will not need emptying that often, and
it, as you know will trundle on its wheels to service point0 -
Here's a list of all sites with Seasonal Pitches in the North and West Yorkshire areas (plus others), It may give you something to do during these long dark nights - researching them in your preferred area, to see if any fit your bill.
We have our caravan on a seasonal pitch, and there is no problem about leaving the awning up provided it is insured, and you take responsibility for any damage caused to anyone else as a result of problems with it. We have a 'seasonal awning' with storm straps which is strong enough to stand up to most British weather - though our neighbours have access and a contact number if they notice any problems.
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Regarding setting up m/home versus caravan - a lot depends on how picky you are about being level. Having had both types I have seen some people taking a long time with ramps etc to get level. Personally I was never too picky. Having said all that I have
seen a caravanner move pitch three times to get a satellite signal. Then only stayed one night! Best of luck whatever you decide.0 -
Here's a list of all sites with Seasonal Pitches in the North and West Yorkshire areas (plus others), It may give you something to do during these long dark nights - researching them in your preferred area, to see if any fit your bill.
We have our caravan on a seasonal pitch, and there is no problem about leaving the awning up provided it is insured, and you take responsibility for any damage caused to anyone else as a result of problems with it. We have a 'seasonal awning' with storm straps which is strong enough to stand up to most British weather - though our neighbours have access and a contact number if they notice any problems.
...I do not think either of the major clubs allow awnings to remain in place when not in residence?
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JVB, I hope you realise there is life outside the two big clubs
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Our Cousin has a seasonal pitch in Ulrome, not too far from Bridlington and it runs from March to beginning of November, then they tow your van into a compound for the winter then tow it back into place for the start of the season, our Cousin leaves his
awning in place throughout no probs and they tend to spend a lot of the summer over there. It's called Seaside Caravan Park and if you Google it they have a website.0 -
A point if you take a seasonal pitch. Your insurance will be based on it being stored at home or a named storage site or where ever you told them. If it is put on a seasonal pitch you need to tell them or you may find yourself without cover and there may
be a small additional charge.Before moving there I would check with the insurer if there will be an additional premium..
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Although i am now retired and would be unable to find out any further info, but a work colleague useda storage site in southern France that would deliver your van to your chosen site within a radius and then collect it when you were done. Perhaps a friend
or family member could help in this way and a service pitch would assist and allow your continued touring.0 -
Have booked 3 weeks in may staying at the Bridlington site, unfortunately all service pitches are booked for almost every weekend. We have asked our daughter to come and help set up and hopefully will be able to get a pitch near all amenities. If this doesn't
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Have booked 3 weeks in may staying at the Bridlington site, unfortunately all service pitches are booked for almost every weekend. We have asked our daughter to come and help set up and hopefully will be able to get a pitch near all amenities. If this doesn't
work then back to the drawing board.Write your comments here...we have travelled with a disabled friend a couple of times, and I believe the warden would be able to reserve a pitch next to the amenities. Further, if you phone the site, you may find a service pitch is available, or ask that
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Thank you ask for responding. Not sure if a small camper van would give us the comfort we are use to. Obe of my problems is back pain following recent surgery.I has thought of a motor home but have to told they are just as hard to set up. It is the setting up that is the problem, I think between us we would manage the water and waste its the awning that is the main problem. I suppose we could try without but have 2 small dogs and with the unpredictable English weather would rather have one up. But if needs must could try and child without using one. Will certainly check out the 2 sites mentioned.
There are alternatives to consider regarding the awning. Like you I also caravan with a small dog and agree thats its lovely to sit outside to relax or paint / sketch ...... but with a heart condition an awning is just too much for me. I tried it once, because it came with the caravan - and it very nearly got removed with a knife !
I've looked at inflatables and roll-out awnings but now stick with the very simple, reliable and surprisingly stable / strong Isabella Shadow (basically, just a roof)
3.6 meters long with a good 8 ft protrusion. 3 lightweight poles, 8 guys and it has stayed up in all weather to date. Best of all I can erect & remove single handed in less than 10 minutes including setting the guys.
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Have booked 3 weeks in may staying at the Bridlington site, unfortunately all service pitches are booked for almost every weekend. We have asked our daughter to come and help set up and hopefully will be able to get a pitch near all amenities. If this doesn't
work then back to the drawing board.Write your comments here...we have travelled with a disabled friend a couple of times, and I believe the warden would be able to reserve a pitch next to the amenities. Further, if you phone the site, you may find a service pitch is available, or ask that
you could phone regularly to check for cancelations.You might even find the wardens will help you to erect the awning at a quiet time - I have always found they go out of their way to be helpful. You can only explain your situation and ask! Good luck.
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