The easiest way to make touring cheaper

We have used CLs but it depends on their location as often they are down narrow lanes and in the middle of no-where. I do think the club sites are expensive and you can get better deals with some commercial sites. Overall, we tend to stick with club sites and avoid high season because we know they are a good standard.

There is a lot of reading on here so I have only read some . 

I have used two CLs which I loved . Toilets showers and EHU . Both easy access in nice locations . The first time we used them they were £12 a night . Now they are £15 a night . Fine in high season but in low season some clubs sights ( maybe c&cc sites ) are about £2 more than this . So not worth using CLs . 

I always look in areas we are going or near to where we are staying for a smaller sites whether  commercial or CLs/ CS s . 

Also I have looked at rallying but many don’t have toilets and showers . 

I think we may manage with out EHU for a few days .not sure though with out hair dryers ..

You pays your money and makes your choice.  I like to keep site fees down because we don't use the facilities and if I can save £5 a night then over 150 nights that is a week in Spain in the winter, in a hotel. Also savings to be ,made, club ones, e.g. M6 toll, Road Chef, and others available, e.g. The AA give 20% at Moto and 25% in M and B pubs. School holidays we us the temporary holiday sites the other club runs across the holiday, often as little as £8 a night per unit. 

Don't want to get into any arguments, but been reading these posts trying to see if you was going to let on to what site in Suffolk your went to for £12 per night, as we like going to Suffolk, nice a close for us, and always good to get a recommendation from someone who went there.

I agree with so many of these comments.  using CL's and CS's (dare I mention the other club) means that you have small secluded locations with EHU, waste and water and usually far more space.  We have just had two nights in Suffolk for less than one night at Crystal Palace.  I would say I am desperately sad that the club has been unable to prevent this site from closing as it is a hidden gem. It does not compare with Abbey Wood if you are from the south or south west as it is a perfect location.

The other tip I would suggest for economy is some of the CC sites with less facilities such as Gwern y Bwlch are excellent and no more than CL prices. Also Totnes, which does have toilets but no EHU. I would certainly not rule out the club sites as we use them throughout the year and in winter the reliable hook up and drying facilities are  very much appreciated

If you are abroad ACSI gives you access to a good site network at fixed prices at certain times.

The variety available with a bit of planning is extensive- we are very lucky to have this.

I had 4 nights at the Blackmore c&cc site with age conncession rates and worked out nearley £30 cheaper than this club site just over the hedge ( malvern hills ). which one would you use. simple choice. booked for windermere with the c&cc in a couple of weeks and again so much cheaper so will continue and save myself money. there must be thousands that don't use cmc sites because of this.

For what my view is worth, I have had it with club sites. The petty fogging rules, pegs, where my car must be, the crowding and subsequent noise, dog owners thinking they own the place, uncontrolled children, exorbitant price for a bread roll that is named a baguette etc have completely turned me off. If it wasn't for the CL network, I would definitely leave. The discounts on ferry fares is also a major motive for staying.

Yes, there are dodgy CLs, and worse, some atrocious CL owners, but there are also some fabulous ones where you have a full service site at a price similar to those in France. The answer is to do your research.