Our 1st CL trip done

fatbelly
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edited April 2017 in Certificated Locations #1

We've just come back from our 1st ever CL trip to Gorsgoch Farm in Anglesey. So far we've only done larger sites with facilities etc. We had a good time and enjoyed the informality & peace & quite. We turned up at the site pitched where we wanted and got on with our holiday. 

We will now visit other CL's and also in the future return to Gorsgoch Farm.  

 

 

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  • Bakers2
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    edited April 2017 #2

    CL's are a nice change from busy club sites. Each have their place and offer a wonderful variety to our trips. Great ain't it? 😉

  • fatbelly
    fatbelly Forum Participant Posts: 438
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    edited April 2017 #3

    Yeah Bakers its nice to have the choice of either a full service club site or the peace and tranquility of a CL.

  • Stalyboy
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    edited April 2017 #4

    1st time on a CL, was a revelation to us after going on club sites for six years, this is defiantly the way forward.

  • Merve
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    edited April 2017 #5

    I have always been to CLs except if I had a voucher or two. CLs are so much more relaxed then the big busy Club or Commercial sites but everyone to their own. Some love the peace and quiet of the countryside while others live next to a Motorway- non EHU  CLs for me every time. 

  • fatbelly
    fatbelly Forum Participant Posts: 438
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    edited April 2017 #6

    Non EHU!!!!!

    Fraid thats a step to far for us right now Merve.

    Don't think I'll ever want non EHU. How do you cook, wash etc?

    Perhaps I just need to think differently 

  • EmilysDad
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    edited April 2017 #7

    You have the option of using gas for cooking & heating. For a week end, your battery would probably last you as long as you were careful with the use of tellys etc.

  • Takethedogalong
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    edited April 2017 #8

    Glad all those new to CLs have enjoyed themselves! It is another world away from larger more organised sites, and CLs offer so much variety.

    FB, just get to know how your MH works using gas, and you will be away on no hook up Sites. Very nice in Summer, often lovely and quiet. Your water heater, van heating, fridge and cooker will all work well on gas. You just need to be a bit organised about charging phones and gadgets, but lots of technology out there. Admittedly, we seldom bother with a TV, but for some folks this is a must. A solar panel would help of course as well. Merv's coping without EHU thread is a mine of good information. smile

  • InaD
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    edited April 2017 #9

    As already said, you can use gas for cooking, washing, fridge runs on gas, as does (water)heating.  If you get a solar panel fitted you'll be able to keep your battery topped up, and with careful use, even watch TV!  Must admit we don't bother much with TV, especially in summer.

    When we go to France for 6-7 weeks, probably half that time or more we don't use EHU, just battery power and gas.  Gives more options of where to stay and also on some sites pitches without EHU can be in a nicer (quieter) part of a site.

  • neveramsure
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    edited April 2017 #10

    It's good to have another CL lover among us FB.cool

    I use them in preference to the larger sites and have booked seven or eight already for later this year.smile

     

     

  • Johnny57
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    edited April 2017 #11

    fatbelly its great to here you gave us CLs ago!

    If any of you every in Oxfordshire come and stay with us at Newton Grove

    Read the reviews

    Regards,
    John
    NEWTON GROVE, Barford Road, South Newington, BANBURY, OX15 4LN
    E: newton.grove@btconnect.com
    P: 07722 918265:
    W: newtongrove.co.uk
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewtonGroveCL

  • young thomas
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    edited April 2017 #12

    as Ina says, not only some CLs dont have a hook up, but also Temp Hol Sites (THS) and some aires for overnighting on longer trips abroad or for sightseeing in a city aire....

    obviously, youre gradually getting to know your van, but having a MH rather than caravan, opens up a whole world of just pulling in, preparing a meal, watching a bit of TV, keeping warm etc, all without going anywhere near a EHU bollard...

    i guess this all seems a bit 'advanced/ambitious', 'risky' even, but once you understand the ease with which you can really 'tour' in the true sense of the word with your MH, youll have far more options open to you than you did previously...

    i wish you luck, keep the questions coming...smile 

  • Takethedogalong
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    edited April 2017 #13

    We are out for first time this year shortly, fingers crossed we are anyway! Going to a favourite CL just to chill out, change of scenery, watch the Tour De Yorkshire. CL is on the route, so no hassle of getting a spot, we shall have the comfort of MH while we take in all the atmosphere. 

    Thats the beauty of CLs, something different every trip.  May your week be warm and dry, cosy and in a place you love!smile

  • Wherenext
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    edited April 2017 #14

    Well done, FB. A new fan of the best thing about the Club. 

  • nelliethehooker
    nelliethehooker Club Member Posts: 13,636 ✭
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    edited April 2017 #15

    I think that you need to get your predictive text sorted out Johnny!!wink

  • Johnny57
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    edited April 2017 #16

    Thanks Nelliethehooker
    I think I must have lost the plot yesterday - Should have said "ever" and not every!
    The link to the website does not work this is here - click here
    Regards,
    John
    NEWTON GROVE, Barford Road, South Newington, BANBURY, OX15 4LN
    E: newton.grove@btconnect.com
    P: 07722 918265
    W: newtongrove.co.uk
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewtonGroveCL

  • nelliethehooker
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    edited April 2017 #17

    laughing

  • peteb 47
    peteb 47 Forum Participant Posts: 8
    edited April 2017 #18

    Our second season as a cl site. Loving every minute.

    In the heart of the Fenlands.

    www.highfieldsholidays.co.uk

  • nelliethehooker
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    edited April 2017 #19

    Glad it's going well for you, Peter, and that you are enjoying it. You've a fine site there.

  • peteb 47
    peteb 47 Forum Participant Posts: 8
    edited April 2017 #20

    Going great. Hope you're well :-) 

     

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