Expensive CL's

We have found some lovely examples CY, sometimes wholly private, but still small, other times it might be a CL but with another small private pitching area close by, sometimes a CS area. We don’t call these “commercial” as they are just too homely and personal. Great addition for us if touring, fill the gaps nicely. Area around Hadrians Wall is crying out for something like this, even NPA have acknowledged that places to stay are lacking.

I think I know what you mean Surfer, it’s a bit of a cycle that’s possibly driving higher fees. Putting in more things that could be described as CL extras, eg, loos, toilets, roadways and hardstandings, serviced pitches etc...... all incur costs, and need to be recouped. But luckily the CL network remains quite diverse, and there are sites to suit all needs and choices, as well as prices. Location remains our primary choice element. 

As for the CL of the Year competition, it’s probably very nice for those that are nominated, and indeed go onto win. But the Club never details how the votes are cast and calculated, so it remains a mystery to me. Again it’s subjective. We stay on some sites we consider little places of camping heaven, but we never vote. I asked one if he knew about CLofY and he just chuckled, said he could do without the hassle! 😁