Caravanner of the Year on BBC this April!

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  • samsdad2012
    samsdad2012 Forum Participant Posts: 7
    edited May 2016 #1322

    I really feel sorry for the majority of posters on this thread, I read the first half dozen pages and found the majority of posters a disgrace to caravaning. What is it about the CC that attracts such small minded disgusted from Tunbridge Wells types. They
    have slagged everybody off including the BBC the members of other caravan clubs the staff at the club and Uncle Tom Cobbley and all. The programme was not a documentary about them personally or their precious club. I viewed it as what it was, entertainment,
    not a deliberate attempt to belittle them, the club or caravanners in general. Some of the things posted here they should be ashamed of. If anything would make me leave the CC or sell my caravan it is their attitude to all and sundry that do not do as they
    do. To slag off members of The Camping and Caravaning Club the way some have done is appalling. They are caravanners like the rest of us, some good some bad but still share the same hobby. I found the programmes funny and entertaining which was probably what
    it was meant to do. This is the last time I will use this forum as I have found the majority of posters to be crass, self centred and snobbish. I am really disappointed by some of my fellow caravanners, they should grow up get a life and a sense of humour.

    Write your comments here...Well said-but I fear you are wasting your time as it appears some people are willing to drag this on for years as it seems to be the only thing in their sad boring lives that gives them pleasure.

    Like you I enjoy caravanning and the forum,but when staff members and participants in the show are being insulted and be-littled by what is a minority it makes you want to give up the CC and leave it to the small minded few who no doubt will be carrying
    this on for years on this and other forums.

     

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited May 2016 #1323

    Why is it that some posters cannot see the hipocrisy of accusing others of insulting the membership when they themselves are doing exactly the same thing? It matters not which side of the fence you are on concerning the topic under discussion but dual standards are in evidence here.

  • samsdad2012
    samsdad2012 Forum Participant Posts: 7
    edited May 2016 #1324

     

    Why is it that some posters cannot see the hipocrisy of accusing others of insulting the membership when they themselves are doing exactly the same thing? It matters not which side of the fence you are on concerning the topic under discussion but dual standards
    are in evidence here.

    Write your comments here...As I said-Like a dog with a bone!

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited May 2016 #1325

     

    Why is it that some posters cannot see the hipocrisy of accusing others of insulting the membership when they themselves are doing exactly the same thing? It matters not which side of the fence you are on concerning the topic under discussion but dual standards are in evidence here.

    Write your comments here...As I said-Like a dog with a bone!

    Two posts countering hipocrisy warrant that comment? You need to consider your words here.

  • eddietheeagle
    eddietheeagle Forum Participant Posts: 23
    edited May 2016 #1326

    What has Uncle Tom Cobbley got to do with this!!!

     

  • cyberyacht
    cyberyacht Forum Participant Posts: 10,218
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    edited May 2016 #1327

    Never mind,folks. There is now the latest incarnation of Top Gear. Wink

  • samsdad2012
    samsdad2012 Forum Participant Posts: 7
    edited May 2016 #1328

     

    Why is it that some posters cannot see the hipocrisy of accusing others of insulting the membership when they themselves are doing exactly the same thing? It matters not which side of the fence you are on concerning the topic under discussion but dual standards
    are in evidence here.

    Write your comments here...As I said-Like a dog with a bone!

    Two posts countering hipocrisy warrants that comment? You need to consider your words here.

    Write your comments here...I think it is more hypocritcal to keep paying to remain a member of a club which some percieve to have brought shame and embarrasment them.

    Let it go -some of us are bored by the constant criticism of anything new the club tries to do-The programme was a bit of light hearted fun that no one in the non caravanning world cares about.There are more important things in this world than hurt egos.

  • Boff
    Boff Forum Participant Posts: 1,742
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    edited May 2016 #1329

    I wish that my life was so perfect that the  only thing I have to worry about is some low budget Tv show that was broadcast over a month ago. 

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited May 2016 #1330

    I wish that my life was so perfect that the  only thing I have to worry about is some low budget Tv show that was broadcast over a month ago. 

    Who's worried, Boff? Not me.

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited May 2016 #1331

     

    Why is it that some posters cannot see the hypocrisy of accusing others of insulting the membership when they themselves are doing exactly the same thing? It matters not which side of the fence you are on concerning the topic under discussion but dual standards
    are in evidence here.

    Write your comments here...As I said-Like a dog with a bone!

    Two posts countering hypocrisy warrants that comment? You need to consider your words here.

    Write your comments here...I think it is more hypocritcal to keep paying to remain a member of a club which some percieve to have brought shame and embarrasment them.

    Let it go -some of us are bored by the constant criticism of anything new the club tries to do-The programme was a bit of light hearted fun that no one in the non caravanning world cares about.There are more important things in this world than hurt egos.

    Why do you make the assumption I'm going to remain a member?

    If you had read other threads on CT you'd know I'm not against change and if you are bored by this thread the remedy is in your own hands. Hurt egos? What are you talking about?

  • samsdad2012
    samsdad2012 Forum Participant Posts: 7
    edited May 2016 #1332

     

    Why is it that some posters cannot see the hypocrisy of accusing others of insulting the membership when they themselves are doing exactly the same thing? It matters not which side of the fence you are on concerning the topic under discussion but dual standards
    are in evidence here.

    Write your comments here...As I said-Like a dog with a bone!

    Two posts countering hypocrisy warrants that comment? You need to consider your words here.

    Write your comments here...I think it is more hypocritcal to keep paying to remain a member of a club which some percieve to have brought shame and embarrasment them.

    Let it go -some of us are bored by the constant criticism of anything new the club tries to do-The programme was a bit of light hearted fun that no one in the non caravanning world cares about.There are more important things in this world than hurt egos.

    Why do you make the assumption I'm going to remain a member?

    If you had read other threads on CT you'd know I'm not against change and if you are bored by this thread the remedy is in your own hands. Hurt egos? What are you talking about?

    Write your comments here...Bored now-goodbye

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited May 2016 #1333

     

    Why is it that some posters cannot see the hypocrisy of accusing others of insulting the membership when they themselves are doing exactly the same thing? It matters not which side of the fence you are on concerning the topic under discussion but dual standards are in evidence here.

    Write your comments here...As I said-Like a dog with a bone!

    Two posts countering hypocrisy warrants that comment? You need to consider your words here.

    Write your comments here...I think it is more hypocritcal to keep paying to remain a member of a club which some percieve to have brought shame and embarrasment them.

    Let it go -some of us are bored by the constant criticism of anything new the club tries to do-The programme was a bit of light hearted fun that no one in the non caravanning world cares about.There are more important things in this world than hurt egos.

    Why do you make the assumption I'm going to remain a member?

    If you had read other threads on CT you'd know I'm not against change and if you are bored by this thread the remedy is in your own hands. Hurt egos? What are you talking about?

    Write your comments here...Bored now-goodbye

    Yes, that's always a good way to debate an issue.

    You have a good day now.Happy

  • eddietheeagle
    eddietheeagle Forum Participant Posts: 23
    edited May 2016 #1334

    It's only 1 jour ago that you said you would never use this forum again!

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited May 2016 #1335

    It's only 1 jour ago that you said you would never use this forum again!

    Not me, Eddie. You're mixing up the posters.

  • IanH
    IanH Forum Participant Posts: 4,708
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    edited May 2016 #1336

    There seems to be a lot of debate here about something that's apparantly not worth debating......Smile

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited May 2016 #1337

    There seems to be a lot of debate here about something that's apparantly not worth debating......Smile

    .............Winking

  • Spriddler
    Spriddler Forum Participant Posts: 646
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    edited May 2016 #1338

    Perhaps members could have fun devising new challenges for next year?

    Here's one to kick off:

    "Emptying the Chemical Toilet" decide whether or not it should be a timed challenge, or more of a "concourse" event.

    They wouldn't have to actually empty it, but could just go through the motions...

    Or they could hold a concours event on the 'concourse' Wink  and make a few bob selling platform tickets.

  • cyberyacht
    cyberyacht Forum Participant Posts: 10,218
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    edited May 2016 #1339

     

    There are more important things in this world than hurt egos.

    Possibly, but if you catch your E-Go on a kerb you may have to replace your motor-mover. Wink

  • eddietheeagle
    eddietheeagle Forum Participant Posts: 23
    edited May 2016 #1340

    Sorry, Tinwheeler as I did get my posters mixed.

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited May 2016 #1341

    Sorry, Tinwheeler as I did get my posters mixed.

    No problem, Eddie.

  • Bakers2
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    edited May 2016 #1342

    I noticed that it was being shown again last night, bank holiday Monday, so BBC pleased to have it as a 'filler'. Retreating now wearing my tin hat

  • Athel
    Athel Forum Participant Posts: 80
    edited May 2016 #1343

    I just watched it with my husband, we enjoyed it for what it was. 

  • nelliethehooker
    nelliethehooker Club Member Posts: 13,636
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    edited May 2016 #1344

    There seems to be a lot of debate here about something that's apparantly not worth debating......Smile

    same old....same old....

  • OnlyJen
    OnlyJen Forum Participant Posts: 146
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    edited June 2016 #1345

    Well, 

    Apart from the odd hiccup I thought both episodes were excellent and I hope it becomes a regular feature.

    Well done everyone.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    pass the  tin 'at?  Cool

  • 19Gra40
    19Gra40 Forum Participant Posts: 49
    edited June 2016 #1346

    No No NO !!!!

  • cyberyacht
    cyberyacht Forum Participant Posts: 10,218
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    edited June 2016 #1347

    I was at a 70th birthday meal with a large group of friends yesterday and "that" programme was mentioned. Knowing I'm a caravanner the consensus was the same as the majority view on here - a matter of some derison.

  • countax
    countax Forum Participant Posts: 112
    edited June 2016 #1348

    My wife and I have just erected our full size awning in 15 minutes;  from unpacking to pegs in ground. Not a single raised voice, difference of opinion or falling-out. 

    Now, , my problem is this: does this make us eligible for next years competition? Has anyone on site seen our work and nominated us? Sincerely hope not! Happy

  • privateeye1962
    privateeye1962 Forum Participant Posts: 1
    edited September 2016 #1349

    I haven't seen the programs yet so I will not judge them myself but the reason I've entered into this discussion is the fact that just in the last few weeks I've spoken to several non-caravanning friends who all saw the show. Everyone of them saw it as yet
    another stereotypical mocking of caravanners in the clichéd style of Clarkson et al. They saw it as comedy and yet another reason why none of them have any desire to become caravanners. Now if this was an independent production company making lowest common
    denominator television for the likes of Channel 5 their reaction would be acceptable. But the fact this was portrayed by the BBC and the Caravan Club as a serious competition means somewhere along the line they got it wrong. I want to see more people entering
    our hobby. I want to see caravanning becoming more popular not less. But when the Caravan Club itself is seen as reinforcing an outdated ridiculous view of caravanning then someone in the Club must surely be held to account. 

  • Tinwheeler
    Tinwheeler Forum Participant Posts: 23,138 ✭✭✭
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    edited September 2016 #1350

    You could start with he who ripped the back off his caravan. 

  • Navigateur
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    edited September 2016 #1351

    Who was that then?   Only "rear-ripping" I saw on the programme was some management **** destroying a loaned 'van.

    Reminds me it is time we had seperate registration numbers for trailers so that they can be identified.  It could be some poor member on here who buys that seconhand!