HAVE THE CARAVAN AND MOTORHOME CLUB JUST WOKEN UP

[@BonjourMotorhome]

Well, I too received this news from CAMC and was totally underwhelmed by their generosity! We are now in our second year of membership, and during the first 12 months we stayed at one of their main campsites and found it to be utterly atrocious. For various reasons which I won’t go into here as we have a video about this coming out soon, we would never, ever go back to one of their main sites again at those prices. We keep our membership simply for the certified location Campsite as these tend to be good value and run by some really nice people. as you say, there are plenty of alternatives available and much cheaper too. The caravan and motorhome club really do need to take a serious look at how much they are charging and stop taking part in rip off Britain. Great video by the way, and looking forward to more, keep up the good work, cheers, Zoe, Xx.

[@redsgotravels]

Aww thanks Zoe, appreciate the comments x , the membership does have certain benefits , hopefully things will change , but not holding our breath ! When is your vlog coming out ? Be very interested to watch it ❤️

[@BonjourMotorhome]

@@redsgotravels Malish is just putting the finishing touches to our latest video which is about Ladram Bay campsite in Devon and this will be followed by up Hill in Weston Super Mare followed by two more stops in Gloucestershire. The CAMC site video will come out after those and honestly, we won’t hold any punches. We were so disappointed for numerous reasons from the attitude of the staff, the facilities and the price. We both really appreciate what you do with your channel and helping all of us motorhome and campervan owners. Get the most for our money, especially in times like this, and when so many of the largest sites seem to just want to increase their prices more and more without justification. Z, xx.

[@redsgotravels]

@BonjourMotorhome awww thanks Zoe x look forward to seeing the vlogs, really appreciate your support ❤️ and yes it can be frustrating on some sites x

[@MarkHopkins-h8p]

I have been a member now for over 15 years and will renew for one more year to see if things change. However the current booking system and rules need to looked at. I recently made a booking for 4 nights only to discover that after I had paid my deposit that I needed to make an amendment which cost me £5 as they classed it as a cancellation. I did call to complain and had the charge cancelled. Then when on site for this trip, we heard from guests who were charged late booking fees for booking a day or so before arrival. This really is shocking behaviour and puts me off taking a late break. We recently completed a three week trip and stayed on 9 different sites, 4 were club sites 5 independent, and the independent sites were far busier than the club sites. If I had done the same trip 5 years ago, we would have struggled to stay at the club sites on the dates were wanted. This speaks for itself.

[@redsgotravels]

Wow, any chance to make a few pounds from peoples misfortune, glad you challenged it and got your money back ! Yes, independent sites are very friendly and competitive, and we have certainly seen them busier too , thanks for watching and leaving us a comment ❤️

[@timheaps582]

We have been members for the caravan and motorhome club for some years. We have never used any of their club sites as we just cant afford them. We do like the CLs and there are quite a few of these that are £12 per night or less. The CL owners are always really nice and welcoming, we have access to water and waste emptying. Some times there is even EHU. We do not expect loos and showers at this price level but our van has both. We have also got some good deals. through the club, on insurance and ferry crossings too although I do wonder if we could have got similar deals by a different route.

[@redsgotravels]

There are indeed bargains to be had, and with vans being self sufficient not everyone needs an all inclusive price, CL and independent seem to be increasing in popularity , it’s the way to go , competition is much needed xx thanks for sharing your thoughts ❤️

[@commuterbranchline8132]

Our family of 6 have been priced out of motor homing since the beginning of Covid. The prices in the ‘big two’ so called clubs was beyond what we considered reasonable and for the same money we were able to buy all inclusive package holidays for our family. We very carefully choose independent sites now and have found some amazing places so it’s a hard pass for us on the big two.

[@redsgotravels]

Some amazing independent sites out there offer so much value for money, and if the charge is per person on certain sites , a growing family can be penalised , amazing that a all inclusive holiday abroad costs less than some of the sites you mentioned.. completely agree 👍❤️

[@commuterbranchline8132]

@@redsgotravels We caught a lucky break getting the holiday in Spain. Right place, right time and the flexibility to fit in with a available slot enabled us to get the kids away at the right price.👍

[@davidgallop484]

No loyalty discounts for people with over 20 years membership, pensioners , or taster stays , so as a club not really interested in any of its members, just your payment to stay on site, we are now using private sites where they pamper you when you arrive and the standards are just as good , and there is usually a bus stop out side. Happy camping!

[@redsgotravels]

Absolutely! Where is the benefit of being a loyal member?? There isn’t

[@davemiller8856]

We have been members for about 15 years and cancelled our membership this year due to the high prices. As you say, it seems there is no real benefit to being a member.

[@redsgotravels]

@davemiller8856 it’s a pity isn’t it, there are a few benefits, but not enough to retain the membership , hope it improves ❤️

[@birkatron1]

Great video! After recently spending our 1st week in France we couldn't believe how cheap it was to camp there. Rip off Britain as usual, I'm sick of it.

[@redsgotravels]

Europe is amazing for motorhomers isn’t it ! Do you travel further afield than France, we love it there ❤️

[@birkatron1]

@@redsgotravels that was our 1st trip to Europe, we're looking at moving from a campervan to a motorhome so we can be self sufficient and use Aires including the new ones being set-up in the UK. I really like Germany so that's on our to-do list.

[@redsgotravels]

Wow, exciting times ahead, Germany is one of our favourite places too , happy motorhome hunting ! When are you planning to get one ? ❤️

[@birkatron1]

@@redsgotravels we know what model we want, we're just waiting for the right one to come along at the right price. It's nice to see the prices starting to fall.

[@redsgotravels]

@birkatron1 good luck and happy hunting ! Amazing times await ❤️

[@paulshea7022]

We have noticed that for the last few years the commercial and privately owned sites are better value than the club sites and often quite a bit cheaper . We always used club sites but not so much now .

[@redsgotravels]

Yes we’ve found that too. We’ve found some great value independent sites, thanks so much for watching and sharing your thoughts

[@rhinogooner]

We have a caravan and are members of the CAMC but we don’t use any of the club sites. We use our membership for the CL network. We are self sufficient using our own shower and toilet facilities. We even go off grid most of the time. Some CL’s even have a tap on your pitch if it is one that has marked out pitches and with being allowed to pipe grey water into the hedge you technically have a serviced pitch. With CL’s being a lot cheaper means more money in the bank for more trips. With cheaper rates you soon recoup your membership fee.

[@redsgotravels]

Summed up perfectly ❤️👍

[@markwestbrook4710]

Cancelled CAMC earlier this year but kept C&CC. Prices are now extortionate. Just spent 5 weeks in Germany, British site owners have a lot to learn.

[@redsgotravels]

Completely, we love Germany, so clean, organised and geared up for motorhomers, a lot to learn for sure … and great prices too 🙂 Thankyou for sharing your thoughts ❤️

[@tooyoungtobeold8756]

I have been a member of the C&MC for a number of years and have noticed the prices going up and up. It is reaching the stage where a B&B could be a better deal. The facilities of the C&MC are excellent but just too expensive now. I am thinking of avoiding the club sites in the future.

[@redsgotravels]

It really has shot up hasn’t it ! Almost as expensive as a hotel 😬

[@caroleanngough691]

We have a swift 580se..and last week C&MC wanted £245 a week =£35 a night..it was rather windy..so we left the caravan and stayed in a new chalet in Westward Ho for £295 all in...!! Lovely no towing stress. Better mpg..roomier..warmer..no hidden costs..bigger bed...no habitat, mot, insurance costs..etc..etc.. etc..probably sell the caravan

[@redsgotravels]

Thanks for watching. Wow, your experience is very telling! They’ve priced themselves out of the market!!

[@kimlong5347]

I'm just loving all your videos... Just had to catch up 3 weeks worth because we have been away our selves.. Everyone is funny, informative etc... Thank you for sharing and keep up the good work.. xxx

[@redsgotravels]

Aww thanks Kim! So pleased you have enjoyed them. Hope you had a good trip. Thanks for being supportive as always xxx

[@brianfriend1333]

We've been in the club 21 years & find the club prices something we would not be prepared to pay & often find sites cheaper from other Apps. Just come back from a 13 night trip to Scotland & spent 10 nights off grid using our newly purchased solar panel & Inverter the money not paid out to C & MC has paid the cost of the inverter. Really the high prices are pushing a lot of people away from membership we use the club for CL sites only now. Another gripe for us really is not being given a fixed price, all we get is a 'from price' so sites can charge what they want, that is from the book.

[@redsgotravels]

Amazing in Scotland isn’t it ? … and ten nights off grid too, modern upgrades are game changers aren’t they ? .. the increase in prices on sites will make us all rethink, off grid is amazing, you get to pick the location too ! .. where did you stay ? ❤️

[@Julieandysaceventures]

Very interesting, we use a couple of sites over the year for main holidays, but in general use local privately owned sites for weekends. We have just renewed, not particularly for the main sites themselves, but other things like the CL sites which offer good value camping. We also have C&CC membership which is cheaper membership and they have the Out & About which is where you can find all the district association meets and THS which are normally around £15 and we do loads of these.

[@redsgotravels]

Thankyou for sharing this, it’s really interesting to see how many clubs there are out there, each one offering a little something different, out of interest, which one do you find offers the best value ? We love independent sites too ❤️

[@philipellis7039]

Didn’t renew our membership back in February so I didn’t know about these reductions. Presumably timed for new members joining at the NEC show who then make a bunch of 4+ night bookings and the Club get a bit of cash flow. We are still members of C&CC. Not very bothered about CSs or CLs (I just don’t want to stay on a farm all the time) but there is a certainty about using a site with clean facilities whereas independents can be a gamble. We do get an insurance discount for belonging to one of the big clubs (Motor Direct) so membership of one of them almost pays for itself anyway. C&CC have some midweek discounts and free wifi. I don’t really mind paying top dollar for sites like York and Broadway. Great locations, would cost £10 a day to park that near to those places. However, the same price for a site next to a motorway junction not so much.

[@redsgotravels]

Ah that’s so interesting that insurance requires a club to get a discount. Makes me suspicious of alsorts of underhanded kickbacks between them, when both could just discount anyway. Of course I hadn’t actually linked the NEC to the timing!

[@RolandCargill]

Not sure if I will renew or not the CAMC as their prices compared to same as last year are nearly doubled for a site we booked last year and looked at booking again this year, as they are a profit making club. Camping and camping club on the other hand are a non profit making club but yes there prices did go up but not as much as the other main club, they also offer the over 60’s a deal all year round which the other club offers nothing to the over 60’s.

[@redsgotravels]

Some very valid points , Thankyou for taking the time to share with us, and yes, definitely it’s nice they offer discounts for the over 60s , we are not quite there yet , but time sure flies ! ❤️

[@janehutchinson9999]

We cancelled our caravan and Motorhome membership last week, too expensive for us. Thanks for this video

[@redsgotravels]

Thanks for watching and leaving us a comment, very much appreciated, yes , quite a few seem to be cancelling, hopefully it’ll bring a welcome change , and in the meantime save some pennies ❤️

[@cliffordparry2862]

I had an argument with an area manager whilst at Hill Head site a couple of years back, where the Bar on site was dearer than local pubs ( captive audience) he had no answer, then on Wi Fi I asked about the cost, he said ' do you know how much it costs to put WiFi on a site' when I pointed out members money was used and why should they pay twice he had no answer. I tackled him about how wardens were treated and paid and suggested they took advantage of people ( mainly retired) who loved doing the job, and had them constantly under threat of not having contracts renewed and again no answer. This organisation has lost its way, Graduates not Caravaners, money mad .

[@redsgotravels]

😂😂 love it! You are so right

[@lesmason5744]

We like your presentation and analysis of the situation. Will probably renew because of the ease of use and discounts on ferry prices which exceeded that from the operators themselves. Plus the good service from the team in the office who for example contacted me in France to say DFDS would no longer honour my return when P&O had troubles so they not only rebooked me back, but also arranged the refund from P&O. Excellent work. Trips from Hull and Dieppe have saved us the fee for this year. However, we rarely use club sites, but CLs.

[@redsgotravels]

Thanks so much for your reply and sharing your thoughts, there are definitely benefits and positives, and it helps to get a balanced view, especially if the discounts on the ferries and customer service are good, very much appreciate your feedback ❤️

[@charliegould5865]

I found the opposite, I booked direct with DFDS to travel from Newhaven to Dieppe and got a considerably better price than the CAMC could offer. And if I’d known about the DFDS over 60’s discount I could have got it even cheaper.

[@redsgotravels]

@charliegould5865 some good offers out there !

[@cliffordparry2862]

UK campsites are a good option, we tend to go to Europe more than UK, even with the Tunnel/Ferry it works out cheaper for a long trip.

[@redsgotravels]

We are exactly the same as you, we feel that even with a ferry we get better value overall

[@weebolddavy]

Just like an email I received from the 'club' during the summer. The big headlines only tell part of the story, makes them look good. 20% off selected sites, minimum of 3 nights Sun-Thurs booked at least 14 days before arrival! (No chance of being spontaneous) The selected sites are the ones they can't fill and have poor occupancy because they are in the middle of nowhere. May be ok for caravaners (like many things in the club) who can jump into their car and go where they please, but as a motorhomer stuck in the middle of a field for 3 or more days (possibly in the rain) has as much appeal as eating raw meat! Motorhomes are for touring, it's a different type of animal from a caravan. In 6 years of owning a motorhome I've only stayed on a site for 3 nights twice, only because I could easily walk into town or had public transport very close to the site. Like any business, they're trying to sell the stuff that they can't move

[@redsgotravels]

A very fair analysis, and agree ref sites, you wouldn’t see Chatsworth or Rowntree discounted ! The joy of motorhoming is free and flexible, and the ability to stay off grid … Europe here we come ! 🙂 thanks for commenting and sharing your thoughts ❤️

[@redsgotravels]

A very fair analysis, and agree ref sites, you wouldn’t see Chatsworth or Rowntree discounted ! The joy of motorhoming is free and flexible, and the ability to stay off grid … Europe here we come ! 🙂 thanks for commenting and sharing your thoughts ❤️

[@leeholden6012]

Hiya, having been a CAMC Club member for the 3 years since we have had our van, we've just not renewed ours. Reasons? Overall expensive sites and we don't really use the facilities etc anyway. We like the CLs but sometimes too many rules (like good dogs on leads), and we don't use them enough. We've booked eurotunnel tickets through them but not sure we saved. Don't even have time to read the mag tbh! And next few years were doing the Schengen shuffle on the continent. On balance no point continuing with them.

[@redsgotravels]

Some very spot on points there which can only be agreed with ❤️ where are you planning to go if you don’t mind us asking ? X

[@gatersontour]

We don't use these campsites as think independent ones are much cheaper when we have used them. Plus your not having to pay a fee for the year to join. We will have to use campsites when we go full time ( not long now!!) But will look around. Really great informative vlog thanks for sharing ❤

[@redsgotravels]

Hi guys ! Hope you are keeping well , bet you are looking forward to going full time, yes we agree too about independent sites, and the difference in price can vary massively, safe travels to you both, look forward to the vlogs xx

[@gatersontour]

@@redsgotravels thank you it's coming quick bit too quick ha ha. Last lot of Canada videos still going out didn't realise we videoed so much ha ha ❤

[@redsgotravels]

So much amazing things to video there im not surprised. House on market next month? Xxx

[@gatersontour]

@@redsgotravels photos done today Steve said was like a photo shoot lol 😆 So real soon xx

[@redsgotravels]

Woohoo !

[@davidbevans7024]

Another great vlog, we love following your videos . We are no longer members of the Caravan and motorhome club. We have not renewed our membership after being members for 10 years due to the reasons you have outlined. To expensive, over the top in rules and regulations, plus you can't get on to your pitch until 1pm. They certainly don't look after their members. Thank you for your great vlogs, David and Jane

[@redsgotravels]

Hi David and Jane, thanks for the lovely comments and taking the time to watch and share your experience, I think there are quite a few who are not renewing , maybe people power will influence them … do you think it will ? ❤️

[@redsgotravels]

Fair one on the shower 😬

[@Solway-Firth]

Caravan club member since the 70s - life members. Would I be a member if I wasn't life member? No, I wouldn't. The club is run by retired majors (or seems like it) for the benefit of caravanners - motorhome owners have only recently begun to get look in. Sites are much too pompous and formal, although that doesn't apply to the small ones like Totnes. Woe betide you if you park slightly adrift from the famous peg or, when we had a Rapido with a door "on the wrong side", your door is adjacent to your neighbour's door. We now rarely stay on a club site - and the camping club, whatever it is called now, offers better value without the pomposity. In the UK we make a lot of use of Britstops, When we first joined, caravanners then, there was a huge network of CLs. These were cheap, very informal, great fun, and owners liked us for the company. That has been whittled down to almost nothing. Owners have told us how much they hate interacting with the club - "it is quite obvious these people have never used a caravan in their lives - just managers". One we use a lot gave up when the club demanded (years ago) £30 pa "for insurance" - but I don't usually take that in a years, she said (Like I said, that was quite a while ago!) Bring back that great CL network, and it might become a useful club again. As for "we are here for our members..." yeah, right! Milch cows rather! Maybe my biggest beef about motorhoming in the UK is the lack of flexibility - off the cuff touring is impossible because you need to book a pitch, often months in advance, We NEVER have this problem abroad. The one time in Spain when we turned up during a holiday weekend and it was full, the owner said - "tuck in over there - there will be spaces tomorrow - no problem" We have just spent 6 weeks in Italy and France, and spent just 2 nights on a campsite, the rest was, mainly, one of the superb set of aires de camping car, or Italian sostas, which arguably are even better - most were free, some even had free electricity, and some cost up to €10 per night. In the spring it was Norway and Denmark. But the attraction is not just the price, or lack of, but rather not having the palaver of checking in, handing over passports, restricted office hours and, more importantly, close to the village or town and not miles away from anywhere. Occasionally we wild camped - and we have wild camped in every country in Europe where it is legal (most) and Turkey, with no problem. Previously we always used Camperstop, but this trip Park4night proved the most useful

[@redsgotravels]

Totally agree with everything you say! The clubs are out of touch! It’s Europe for us every time, and the UK lags far behind in our preferences. Thanks so much for watching and sharing your experiences

[@petergledhill8146]

My wife and I were Motorhome and Caravan Club members for 20 yrs. however, solely because of the high sites fees we have not renewed our membership this year. In our experience, M&CC site fees are now in the order of 50% more expensive than a comparable commercial site in the high season. In the past, MCC fees were comparable to a commercial site, but with better facilities, this is no longer the case. Camping & Caravan Club fees are also expensive high season, but you can get a good deal mid or low season on their sites.I recently stayed on a full facility CCC site for less than £15 per night!!

[@redsgotravels]

After 20 years you must of seen a lot of changes with the club, it’s a shame they seem to be to the detriment on the members now. Shame they’ve lost you, I wonder if they care loyal members are now leaving. Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts

[@petergledhill8146]

Yes, we have seen a lot of changes, not only with the clubs, but with motor-homing generally, especially in the last few years, with the increased popularity of motor-homing. Not all the changes are for the better.

[@redsgotravels]

Yes, sadly we agree, hope it changes for the better soon ❤️

[@poppasmurf]

I recently made a booking for one week in April next year for the Cheddar site, and was astonished that it amounted to £190. Within days, I had an email from the Club saying they had reduced the prices and I should cancel my booking and rebook, which I did. The new booking was £157, so a £33 saving. But the CMC prices are too high. Several years ago, I would have had 5 or 6 club site bookings every year, but last year I had only 1. Next year will be the same. Private sites have come on in leaps and bounds in recent years, and if it weren't for the CL's, I would cancel my club membership.

[@redsgotravels]

Cheddar is a lovely area ! Yes, private sites are providing so much needed strong competition, nice to see a discount offered tho 👍

[@MG-qo5ge]

I have just come back from a little tour down to Slovenia and the average pitch price was 23e to 25e per night I refuse to book as I tend to leave the watch at home as I have done for the last 50 years but the popularity of the motor home has nearly stopped this attitude in the UK , I am a member, but the inflexible attitude of the UK pitch sites ie 10 mins after 6 then can't come in .... ah that's the way to go!

[@redsgotravels]

Slovenia is stunning! Very reasonable prices . Motorhoming is almost impossible as a spontaneous activity in the UK these days 😔 thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts

[@gazwolves9489]

We only keep caravan camping club membership now for the temp holiday sites which are great value for us and all over UK will not use there club sites as offer no discount for not having electricity crazzy and greedy just done Scotland camping in there forest £7 a night great channel guys well done

[@redsgotravels]

Thanks Gaz, good price £7 a night. Out of interest would you use the club sites if a pitch with no EHU was standard and you just add the extras you wanted? Or do you just think they have outpriced themselves?

[@gazwolves9489]

To restrictive for us club sites these days like to find ower own park ups all part of the fun we did do pub stop but now Britt stops asking you to have a meal then it’s more than a club site we go with motor caravan club rallies all over uk aswell they about £12 a night enjoy ya videos atb

[@redsgotravels]

Aww thanks x

[@robertpenning3501]

First of all, the CAMC web site is one of the worst sites to navigate and a truly painful experience. We have been members for 20+ years but there appears to be no incentive for staying with them. Our children live in Bristol and Brighton so we try and stay on those two sites. As for the former, forget it. People book months in advance to stake their claim and then cancel at the last minute. What CAMC should do is a non refundable deposit to stop this opportunist behavour. We now live in Southern France and have kept our membership for our anuual uk visit. I don't think we'll bother next year. Thanks for the videos by the way. Bob & Ann

[@redsgotravels]

Hi Guys ! And to top it off, Bristol is now in a ulez zone and adds even more to the already high cost ! France is so much better ❤️👌

[@RichardDevereauxEarlofEssex]

I was a member for many years, but when I became a widower I didn't realise that even though I was still a member, I would not be allowed on any of their sites as I am now a single person! I only found this out when I arrived at booking in North Wales to be told I wasn't welcome? So much for the Caravan and Motorhome Club?

[@redsgotravels]

Thanks for watching, wow that’s awful, especially as it isn’t their company policy surely?! Very bad service

[@gashead2]

Didn’t renew as we didn’t see much benefit, sites we stayed at allowed non-members anyway so what is the point? We imagined they would be more exclusive for members. Found independent sites that were as good if not better for a better price.

[@redsgotravels]

Spot on 👍 independents seem to offer so much more don’t they ? There are benefits to both, but one has more than the other! Thanks for stopping by and commenting ❤️

[@motorroamingaround]

We agree that the Caravan & Motorhome Club prices are shocking. We were with the Camping & Caravan Club for a few years but they were just as bad. We will be renewing our membership only because our insurance company ask that we are a member of one otherwise we wouldn’t renew. Irvine & Karen.

[@redsgotravels]

Oh that’s interesting! Who are your insurers?

[@motorroamingaround]

@@redsgotravels Advance Insurance

[@redsgotravels]

Thankyou

[@edwardhouston8838]

I would need to be getting a 50% reduction on main CAMC sites before I would use one of them again, haven't used one for 3 years due to the price. Just had a week away in Hurst Farm near Malvern, lovely CL £10 per night, no electrics but a toilet and shower. Three van on site all week using 100w portable sola panel with no battery issues. Eddie

[@redsgotravels]

Hi Eddie, £10 a night is amazing ! Malvern is lovely, great find and thanks for sharing ❤️

[@malcblakey7828]

Hi there…Has anyone else had a problem trying to book the NEC for open day on Tuesday with the £3 pp deduction if booking with Caravan and Motorhome Club? Can we eco get our reduction on checkout. We have tried all ways. We just keep getting a big sign come up saying these tickets are to be sold at face value 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️ So the club is offering this reduction if you are a member, but how do we get it. Why is it so difficult to book with Caravan and Motor Home Club. In the end we have bought our tickets at £12.50…very frustrating…

[@redsgotravels]

That is disappointing isn’t it , reductions offered but not able to get it , I believe the club will be at the NEC so that’s a good time to have a word ! ❤️ thanks for commenting, definitely seen this one, hope you enjoy the NEC 👍🙂

[@gillianbradbrook9906]

Renew membership for CLs. Mayday and caravan insurance .. stopped booking club sites for a while now.

[@redsgotravels]

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts, it seems like quite a majority feel the same

[@geoffsample5273]

Hi Corrin & Paul The discounts are the first sensible thing to come out from the management. We had priced up our destinations for 2024 so we booked those that we got a reasonable discount on . july 4 nights hard standing with awning Yellowcraig £139.32 saving &32.29,august taking 3 grandkids to west ayton premium pitch 5 nights £263.25 saving £68.45,september norfolk broads 8 nights hard standing with awning £250.56 saving £52.38. Yes you can get cheaper but we do like camc sites not been disappointed by any we have been to.We do go to some private sites one we are going to in scotland is £194 for 7 nights in may on grass with awning but perfect position on the coast.Yes camc could make the prices more affordable they lost money trying to sell overseas holidays should stick to club sites instead of trying to become a travel agent. Yes we will renew next year hopefully it will improve if not it will lose even more members perhaps that is what the current management want bust the club ready for a buy out.Reading this years financial report makes that a possibility?

[@redsgotravels]

Good morning ! Thanks for taking the time to give such great feedback, very much appreciated, discounts are one thing that keep many in the clubs, if you catch it at the right time, it can make a difference.. some great examples there and broken down nicely, I wonder if the prices will be the same next year ? And as you mentioned will there be a flu next year .. really great and informative response, Thankyou very much ❤️

[@neildavies6197]

We stayed at the Stockton-on-tees site in August weekend and there was 52 empty pitches and a holiday weekend which was hot & Sunny! We had to stay there as we were going to a venue in town and taking a taxi from further out would have been more expensive. Normally only use CL's or CS's in England. Loads of places in Scotland, either free or £10 per night.

[@redsgotravels]

52 pitches ! 😮 so sad yet a sign of the times , and yes we love Scotland ❤️ thanks for sharing your experience x

[@paulrooks9451]

Left both the caravan and motor home and caravan and camping club . The caravan and motor home charged us extra for electricity when we turned up we had to ask them what the rise was for, as we booked the pitches a year ago. They charge for a pitch plus one person other family members are extra £70 plus. Both had just became a rip off.

[@redsgotravels]

The hidden fees and extras , it’s a shame isn’t it, just need clarity in the booking system and prices honoured, Thankyou so much for sharing your experience, very much appreciated ❤️

[@davidlindley485]

We have been members of the Caravan and Motorhome Club since 1976(47 years) and although it isn't as good as it once was we still believe that on balance it is worth being a member. For us the main benefit has always been that they offered the type of site that we wanted and in our opinion the standard of maintenance and cleanliness has been to a consistently high standard. That certainly hasn't always been the case with private sites but they have significantly improved over recent years. The other main reasons for being a member is that we always found their caravan insurance to be very competitively priced and provided a very effective service when needed. Yes prices have certainly gone up but a lot of people are still prepared to pay these prices. We were on their Chatsworth site last week and there were very few if any pitches available each night with Saturday night being completely full.

[@redsgotravels]

Wow, that’s amazing , I do think Chatsworth is a site people love due to its history and location, similar to Rowntree in York, prices are high due to supply and demand, the increase in independent sites will bring competition and prices fall, but Chatsworth is lovely, and after all that time in the club, I think you should be an honary member ❤️ thanks for sharing your experience, much appreciated, safe travels x

[@TimEdwards-q8n]

If someone offered theCamping Car Park style site in the UK I think it would wipe the floor off the Caravan Club

[@redsgotravels]

It completely would wouldn’t it ! Uk legislation no doubt stops any sort of progress, but hopefully one day 🤞

[@helenreasbeck1348]

Member of both clubs, only joined for cs and cl sites as we have only stayed on one camc site in clumber park as we had a discount voucher to use. It was nice but nothing special even though it’s been upgraded and tbh we still paid a fair bit out of season. We have a caravan so not got the luxury of staying in a pub carpark etc but we tend to stay on mainly CLs or private run as they are just as good if not better and cheaper

[@redsgotravels]

Good afternoon and thank you for sharing your experience, private sites are making good progress into making the uk more accessible and affordable, but yes , when we had a caravan you did rely on sites, no off grid parking was available, but really hope it will get better ❤️

[@johnvieth8538]

After being members for 35 years on and off we have had enough. With internet access who needs the CC Handbook anymore. Saved £100 on our main holiday by staying at an equally good independent site half a mile away from our intended club site.

[@redsgotravels]

Wow, that saving says it all doesn’t it ! 35 years is a long period of loyalty to the club, but it seems many are leaving , hope it changes, but I think it may be a long time… thanks for sharing your thoughts ❤️

[@GedandMichele]

Recent subscriber and enjoying your content.All a little too late for us and not renewing.Once you start exploring other options,no need to rush back.We've got a number of Motor Caravaneers Club, MHF and other motorhome forum rallies already booked and in the diary at far better value.We also use Britstops

[@redsgotravels]

Thankyou for your lovely comments ☺️ and yes it’s good to have a choice… enjoy your travels and Thankyou for subscribing, much appreciated xx

[@mrLoftladder]

CMC sites are way overpriced, We will not stay anywhere that charges over £22 or £28 with EHU. Our two favourite discoveries this year were £11 and £13/night. To put it into a different perspective we are off to Spain via LeTunnel next week, the 3 day/4 night journey to the Costa Blanca will be on aires that are free to 10e and we have a month near Albir with good facilities block, on pitch fresh and wastewater, even has a small pool, its 12e + electric charged by the KwH. We then go down to Marbella, a larger site again a , large, pool and a cafe/bar 13e + electric and again only charged for what you use.

[@redsgotravels]

Wow, we’re envious, Spain is one of our favourite places, so accommodating and as you’ve kindly explained such value for money, and you even feel welcome ! The uk has lots to offer, but is a little behind compared to Europe … hope you have a wonderful time and safe travels ❤️

[@mr.d7372]

I wonder if anyone here realises that, in winter, at commercial rates, it's possible easily to cost the club more in electricity if running a heater than the price of your stay.

[@redsgotravels]

@mr.d7372 they’ll soon be rolling out meters !

[@Daveindurham]

Unfortunately living in the North East of England (Durham) there is a distinct lack of good quality independent sites open all year round. Therefore we need the Caravan and Motorhome Club for good sites that are open during some of the winter months. Otherwise we would cancel our membership again.

[@redsgotravels]

Hi and thank you for sharing your thoughts, yes it’s a tricky one, hopefully more independent sites will pop up and offer some much needed competition, they are on the increase , and like us, it’s so nice to use the van all year round isn’t it ? ❤️

[@dianeandjohn9854]

the club purchaced a fav site of ours. couple of seasons ago . the whole atmosphere changed for us this October they want almost £400 for a week . So we will not go to that site again. Now we dont use them way too expensive. We do still keep our membership up,as we go to the small sites and rally most weekend so much cheaper and good meet ups

[@redsgotravels]

That’s nice to hear you get something back, but £400 a week is way too much isn’t it ? Safe travels and enjoy the meet ups ! Thanks for sharing your experience ❤️

[@mhskou]

We like the club sites but booking a CL is a pain. Instead we now use pitch up. Instant availability and some pretty decent sites at half what they charge. They need to work on their booking system.

[@redsgotravels]

Yes, totally agree, pitch up is pretty good and some bargains to be had ! Be nice if we could align with Europe and how accommodating it is abroad … have you been abroad with your motorhome ? ❤️

[@mhskou]

@@redsgotravels hi. Not yet as previously had a VW T6 but now have a wild-ax with hot and cold water plus the all important toilet. We only picked it up in August so a bit late. Next year definitely will though. Off to the campervan show tomorrow to pick up some extra accessories 🫣

[@redsgotravels]

Up to the NEC ? .. we are popping up on Wednesday, some great stands and goodies up there ! Enjoy , and Europe is amazing, we are off next month ❤️and a toilet ! Luxury and much needed 🙂

[@totaltouring829]

In the last 24 months we have stayed four days at a CCC and same with CMC . We just couldn’t afford weekends the costs are ridiculous. In 2019 a week in Keswick was £167 for a week. Same pitch same time of year (2023) was way over £300. Am not saying the sites are awful but I do know that they’re not as affordable as they should be. Membership costs plus more on pitch fees isn’t really worth it. In 2024 , if it’s the same as this year and costs are increased we will cancel memberships and just go to private.

[@redsgotravels]

Wow, that’s a massive increase 😬 it’s just sending people away isn’t it, let’s hope 2024 sees a little bit of realignment , Thankyou so much for taking the time to comment ❤️

[@pamelaclarke5062]

Didn't renew this year for Caravan and Motorhome club. 3rd Yr not used it at all as too expensive.

[@redsgotravels]

Do you use any particular apps to find alternative sites ? I know there are a few, just wondered what you find the best ? ❤️ thanks for commenting and sharing x

[@pamelaclarke5062]

Park4night etc like ones mentioned. Been on lookout to add to Campra suitable sites too.

[@redsgotravels]

Thankyou ❤️

[@SyntaxInt]

Just stayed at their pop up site for the NEC October show, £42 quid for 2 people in a VW Campervan to stay 1 night in an un tarmacked car park. It included electricity but it meant listening to a noisy generator and a noisy main road all night. We won't be doing that again.

[@redsgotravels]

Oh dear, so sorry to hear this, that’s quite a price isn’t it , did it include your entry fee ? ❤️

[@SyntaxInt]

No NEC tickets were extra@@redsgotravels

[@redsgotravels]

Oh blimey , that was a bit steep !

[@kinavans]

We cancelled our membership because they wouldn't change the payment details from my wife to myself. It seemed to be too much effort for the CMC to make this change so I just stopped them mid excuse and said cancel my membership right now. I too believe their prices have increased far more than any other club or independent sites.

[@redsgotravels]

Thankyou, customer service and value for money is key , good move from you 👍👍❤️ , thanks for sharing your insights

[@christineomara4787]

We cancelled caravan and motorhome club, prices are ridiculously high, even if there is a discount, it's so expensive, no way will we be re joining.

[@redsgotravels]

Good morning ! It does seem to be spiralling costs everywhere, and with so many alternatives out there, a lot don’t seem to be renewing .. ! Us included .. thanks for sharing this ❤️

[@patiolis]

I believe that the C&MC thinks that we will be fooled by putting the prices up to a ridiculous level, (over £50 per night for 2 adults with a campervan at certain sites), and then now knocking off 10% and expecting to be grateful to them. It’s similar to their quite recent imposition of a new 20% deposit, then announcing the good news that this new deposit is being reduced to 10%! Wow!

[@redsgotravels]

Ah yes! You are as sceptical as us!!! Thanks so much for watching and sharing your thoughts

[@cliffordparry2862]

Graduates thinking we are stupid.

[@timlong8444]

we are quite new to all this, halfway into our first year, now having done a variety of sites in UK and France (Camping Carparks and Aires are so good and much cheaper), we have already decided not to renew our CC&C membership, £25 to sit in a field with no facilities not near to anything, a poor app, and limited online booking, CS owners that are just too hard to get hold of to reserve.. too much hassle...having more fun doing brit-stops for short stays or independent site and cycling, then spend longer in Europe. I realise it all depends on your situation, if with children etc. then you want more on site facilities but pricey either way, when i looked at C&MC to try them for 1yr, I see many of their sites are shut after end October.. so further compromising a quick weekend away. Happy to learn from others of course if missing something...

[@redsgotravels]

Very good points and welcome to the world of motorhomers and caravans, it’s amazing what Europe has to offer, and how little the uk has in comparison, personal circumstances dictate as you rightly say, but it’s a big yes to Europe from us ! Thanks for watching and leaving us a comment, much appreciated x

[@cliffordparry2862]

Camping Municipals in France are great value sometimes 8- 12 Euros, Aires many Free or Small Charge and in great locations. I am not sure what went wrong in the UK.

[@cliffordparry2862]

Camping Municipals in France are great value sometimes 8- 12 Euros, Aires many Free or Small Charge and in great locations. I am not sure what went wrong in the UK.

[@redsgotravels]

Europe has got it right hasn’t it ? … the uk has a lot to do to catch up ❤️

[@PUTDEVICE]

becomes like that when they raise the prices, people can't afford it and then the campsites lose customers, so instead of going plus, they go minus. checked some statistics and it seemed like they only had around 60% bookings

[@redsgotravels]

Totally, we did notice independents were far busier than club sites, and low occupancy rates with high prices isn’t sustainable, hopefully it’ll come right, but as ever, it’s when ! Thankyou for your comments and watching, much appreciated ❤️

[@DavidToth-re6zw]

My subscription ran out in Sept,i wont be renewing,although i have used the sites this year and they have all been fantastic,i used more independent and free places and can no longer justify just constantly paying top price everywhere i go

[@redsgotravels]

Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts, yes I agree it makes motorhoming a very expensive pastime

[@jerrycuthbertson1122]

We have been members for over 23 years and are seriously considering giving them a miss finally. We only use CAMC sites now if we want to visit a particular area and only the CAMC site is nearby.

[@redsgotravels]

❤️ many people are giving them a miss, let’s hope the message lands ! X

[@cliffordparry2862]

Crazy expensive considering members own the sites, some sites you'd be cheaper in b&b.

[@redsgotravels]

Very true 👍

[@kevinlee3099]

Hi. Well we will be keeping our membership on for now. Only used a club site for one night this year, it was convenient for return ferry. Have checked web site many times this year and found our favourite sites expensive and very available. So probably like others we booked else where. So why are we keeping our membership? Well because we have made use of a few discounts which more than paid for the fee. Still waiting for our new MH to be delivered. Thanks for all your tips.

[@redsgotravels]

Ah that’s an interesting point! So what sort of things do you get discount on, we will probably do a follow up short video so would be interested in finding out

[@kevinlee3099]

@@redsgotravels well we did an impromptu visit to mountain warehouse recently saved £12.00. My insurance has a discount. £3.50 off the Motorhome show. Couple of other purchases I forget. Just purchased a Raleigh electric bike. Now some of these discounts can be had elsewhere. I also like the magazine.

[@redsgotravels]

Wow, that’s a great way to get your moneys worth isn’t it ? … a new motorhome, exciting times ! What are you getting ?

[@kevinlee3099]

Hi again. We are expecting our delayed Swift Voyager 584 sometime in November. Hopefully. Was told coming June/July.

[@redsgotravels]

@kevinlee3099 lovely motor homes , hope you get it soon and enjoy your travels x

[@TimmysFavs]

I must admit I was a bit shocked at the joint membership price increase for the CAMC they want £59 this year and you don't even get a physical membership card they have gone digital. We have renewed with CACC which was £48 for a joint membership by direct debit and they do provide a discount for over 60's.

[@redsgotravels]

Prices are going up all round aren’t they ? .. I think people just want value for money, and discounts for the over 60s is a nice thing to do, do you think you get your moneys worth with the discounts offered with the membership ? Thanks so much for sharing your experience ❤️

[@TimmysFavs]

@@redsgotravels Prices are definitely rising at an alarming rate all round not just the club's pitch prices. Personally I believe the CACC represents better vfm as we receive a discount for being over 60 and in general the staff at the sites are more friendly & helpful. Having said that we have encountered the same at some CAMC sites but not all, some staff can be quite bumptious and forthright if not officious? Those that are we avoid by not visiting again. I suppose at the end of the day it depends on how much one wants to go & basically only spend what you can afford.

[@redsgotravels]

Spot on, it’s supply and demand, along with value and customer service.. it’s all a balancing act, and if the scales are tipped by price and poor service, there are too many other choices ! Thanks so much for sharing ❤️

[@huggie0007]

Not renewing due to sites being too expensive. Brighton wants £51 per night in october. Ridiculous prices

[@redsgotravels]

Wow, thats expensive isn’t it … completely agree 👍

[@garydavis1528]

C&MC is Ryanair dynamic pricing with the same poor level of service in reality though site wardens very good.

[@redsgotravels]

Totally agree! We found the wardens to be lovely while we were members! They were best thing about C&MC

[@MADVANTRAVELS]

Canceled my Direct Debit for next year, even CL's are been pushed to up their prices. Camping club much cheaper so will be using them next year.

[@redsgotravels]

That sounds interesting for sure ! If you don’t mind us asking , how much cheaper is the camping club ?

[@MADVANTRAVELS]

@@redsgotravels The annual is a few £ cheaper at from £48 but the main sites all seem a lump cheaper, especially for us over 60's ;)

[@MADVANTRAVELS]

@@redsgotravels Try out the THS Temp Holiday Sites with Camping and caravanning club. Tried some this year, @ £10 a night.

[@redsgotravels]

That’s amazing, and something to look into ! Thankyou, safe travels ❤️

[@redsgotravels]

Now that is a bargain, we love the price for sure, we will take a look , Thankyou ❤️

[@DesmondsDonders]

They have tried this before, nothing new to see LOL. We have not been members CAMC for 11 years or more.

[@redsgotravels]

Wonder if it worked first time?? Lots of people seemed to be signing up at their stand at the NEC yesterday

[@DesmondsDonders]

@@redsgotravels No idea but I suppose they are doing it again. Probably get membership for DD price at NEC.

[@redsgotravels]

Possibly , we steered clear 😂

[@Garyandfiona]

Guys me & fiona love you vlogs. On the subject of the caravan and motorhome club, we won't be renuing our subscription the prices for sind of our sites we lijr up here in Scotland are just ridiculous, we were in there morvich site mid summer high season and we counted on 15 motorhomes or Caravans, that said it all for us. If you guys are back up this way we would highly recommend a site called sand of Luce Holiday Park, it has a dedicate motorhome, caravan area right on the beach with miles of walking on it for the dogs, our 2 golden doodles love it, ok guys take care cheers for now 👍👍

[@redsgotravels]

Awww thanks guys, lovely comments x we love Scotland, and have just put that one in our notebook ❤️ beaches , lochs and dogs 🐩🐩🐾🐾 , what more do you want, and high season on some sites is just plain robbery, so we stay away and find the ones we like xx , thanks for commenting and sharing, and we will definitely visit sand of Luce one day ❤️

[@ttxela]

We'll be joining again next year but only really for the CLs.

[@redsgotravels]

That does seem to be one benefit that many people have mentioned ❤️

[@philiptabberer9796]

Currently our membership has until December to run. We’ll not be renewing for next year. Prices are the issue here, I can’t see why they have to charge for a pitch and one person, then charge extra for a second person in the same unit.!!?? Do. They think that most of us are solo travellers or something? As you say, the sites are clean and well managed, but these discounts only apply to next year’s bookings IF you book before end of December this year. Most people don’t know where they might want to go next month, let alone plan for next year yet. I always thought that spontaneity was the theme amongst caravanners and motorhomers? Anyway. Rant over. Great video as always and tell Redders to keep a tight rein on his wallet.

[@redsgotravels]

A justified rant, and yes the low start prices get your attention and then it’s a slippery slope ! Yes, we too enjoy being spontaneous, it’s the joy of owning a motorhome / caravan .. and yes Redders has a tight hold on that old vintage wallet, not much leaves there in a hurry 😂

[@wanderinwilds]

I don’t think we will, living on the Isle of Man there are certainly no benefits to us, only when we visit the UK and most of the time that would be for a festival so, no we won’t be renewing ours either. Great video, 🥰 your always on the ball when it comes to the latest deals or no deals 😃 xxx

[@redsgotravels]

Awww thanks guys xx , yes you are a bit limited on the Island , but it’s a lovely place to live ❤️

[@rodneyhancock3513]

Yes we cancelled are membership 4 months ago after being members for 8years

[@DunLin57]

We have not renewed our subscription. When asked why by CAMC said we did not use it at all during the last year.

[@redsgotravels]

Ah that’s a shame, did you get away with other sites ? Hope you had some great travels ❤️

[@DunLin57]

Yes we’ve had several trips away this year. The Netherlands, Scotland and France. Managed 3 rugby World Cup matches staying in a combination of sites and Aires.

[@redsgotravels]

Amazing ! What great places to have visited ❤️👌

[@IanWebb-x7b]

Having been a member of the Caravan club on and off for some 50 years I do not have an issue with the pricing in comparison with other sites but I do have an issue with the state of many of the sites. It seems that the sites are either very clean and well kept or so bad that we pack up and move on. I would like to see the club have a more robust quality checking process.

[@redsgotravels]

Good morning, thanks so much for your comment, it certainly is appreciated, yes site conditions do vary, and standards are set but down to local management, hopefully it will improve soon ❤️

[@garyneedham1282]

Been a member of the CAMC for over three years and only once stayed on their large sites, way too expensive. We just use the CL sites.

[@redsgotravels]

Spot on, the CL sites are good, large sites are not for everyone . ❤️ thanks for commenting and sharing ❤️

[@traceyrogers6194]

Hi new to this lol can someone tell me what a CL site is please TIA

[@redsgotravels]

They are ‘ certified locations’ Basically small independent sites that can have I think 5 vans at a time. Thanks for watching

[@traceyrogers6194]

@@redsgotravels thank you. Am enjoying your videos

[@redsgotravels]

And Thankyou so much for watching and supporting x

[@thecampervanner]

Yes I had an email to from CAMC I just deleted it. I am a member but won't be renewing next year I'll keep my CCC for emergencies as I'm now set up for off-grid now. I'm also a member of the MCC and I will not be renewing that membership either. Nice video 👍😊

[@redsgotravels]

Awww Thankyou, one for emergency is a good idea, and nice to hear you are set up for off grid … what set up do you have ? We’ve got Solar and a power bank, but probably need more 🙂

[@thecampervanner]

@@redsgotravels I've got a 2Kw Inverter, 2x110ah Ecotree Lithium batteries, DC2DC charger, 400w Solar, MPPT/30amp Solar charger and Cerbo GX the brains of it all. I went 5 months off grid April - October this year! I also have an Ecoflow Delta2 battery pack just in case of emergency 😊

[@redsgotravels]

@thecampervanner now that is impressive ! ✊👍❤️

[@thecampervanner]

@@redsgotravels Thanks its taken me 4 years to get to this point, prior to that it was always campsites 😃👍💚

[@redsgotravels]

Amazing ❤️ well done 👍

[@davewallace5008]

We book direct as we got their contact numbers of those we liked the most and just give them a ring and check availability.

[@redsgotravels]

That makes it a bit easier 👍

[@PaulBarker-x1f]

CAMC still too expensive. I have been a member of both clubs for over 20 yrs but unlikely to renew CAMC this time due too pricing. CCC also give discounts to over 60,s so site fees can often be half the CAMC. Other main gripe is (in my opinion this absurd) 21day cancellation or lose your deposit, I agree with the deposit idea but to me 21 days just unrealistic. Happy Camping

[@redsgotravels]

It all comes down to just being fair and reasonable, and it seems to be a common theme in our comments, people are leaving and hopefully it may make a difference ? … safe travels and thanks again ❤️

[@joemorris1763]

Not renewing subscription next year, too expensive.

[@redsgotravels]

Completely understandable, it does have benefits, but it does seem pricey 😬 thanks for watching and commenting ❤️

[@PaulCopp]

Personally I do not agree with charging per person. I am renting a piece of ground to park on and use some electricity. I understand that we will both use the shower etc, but if you must charge for that, then £5 or so seems a fair add on to the pitch price for a shower and visit to the WC. The headline prices look cheap, but when you add another person the price goes silly. Having had a first experience of Europe this year, the UK prices and lack of off season discount system seems a rip off.

[@redsgotravels]

It certainly is grab your attention price, then it gets loaded , Europe is very accommodating to us, and so much cheaper .. it’s somewhere we keep returning too ! Safe travels and Thankyou for sharing your experience

[@steveashworth2155]

I agree totally the camc is way way too expensive and the newly advertised prise drop well quite frankly I wouldn't have bothered to be honest if they dropped the site prices 50%. They'd still be expensive. The way they advertise a price which include one person then when you try and book they charge for as much as £18 for the second person WHY ! For gods sake most Vanners are couples. And that's means they are charging the second person £18 for basically having a shower. Scanderlous!

[@redsgotravels]

It really is a click bait price isn’t it ? Grab your attention, get you hooked and then run the gauntlet! Thanks once again for leaving us a comment and sharing your experience ❤️

[@cliffordparry2862]

Member of what ?, do not understand how they call it a members club, not sure where all the money goes, empire building I suggest. Not renewed, all they want is money money, loads leaving I believe.

[@redsgotravels]

Paying The shareholders no doubt. It’s definitely not member led now, they would only need to read this comment section to see that. Thank you for watching

[@TheMilford99]

For now i`ll stick with my Peugeot Partner with much less comfort and my wild camping.

[@redsgotravels]

Thanks for watching, lots of different ways for everyone to enjoy the great outdoors 👍

[@steved2189]

Probably just a winter book early discount promotion !!!!

[@redsgotravels]

Be nice if it was permanent !

[@cliffordmaple1566]

Definitely not & cancelled my last year there sites are nothing special

[@redsgotravels]

Not special enough for the price tag anyway 😂

[@terryholland7647]

We were members for almost 20 yrs and we didn't renew, like the Lady said nice clean sites and good staff, in my honest opinion and this is my opinion that it started with the club name change and the magazine was basically a advertising magazine so greedy greedy so sad we won't go back too many mouths to feed 😕

[@redsgotravels]

Good morning, yes times are tough for sure, and with so many alternatives out there it’s a competitive world, and as you quite rightly say , a few things changed and hopefully things will change again to make it better.. thanks for your time and your response, very much appreciated ❤️

[@itsmrfish1]

It’s ok getting a cheap pitch in York But make sure your wallet is full London prices now I know I live there

[@redsgotravels]

It’s a lovely part of the world tho, you are very lucky ❤️ thanks for watching and sharing with us x

[@fingerpicker2]

10 years a member if you think they are expensive realise they are now cheaper than most cls sites for single travellers and you get all the facilities Cls prices are a joke now

[@redsgotravels]

Oh we do t tend to use CLs, what sort of prices are you finding them?

[@fingerpicker2]

​@@redsgotravelsprices have gone from around the £15 mark to £25 some even £30 ridiculous I now mostly stay off grid and use the club sites over the winter from £18 . The cls are missing a trick they like to add a fiver for an extra adult but don't offer a similar reduction for singletons. The club sites without toilet blocks just hook up can also be reasonable value around £18 year round

[@redsgotravels]

Thanks for this, very informative ❤️

[@howardoliver8469]

Sorry to be late to the party but have only just found this video. We have been members of the club for many years and have seen the changes. I have spoken to many other members on site, and we all feel the same regard pricing with many saying they will not renew membership. I always thought that you join a club to get benefits ( discount ) we all pay to be in this club but get very few benefits. My main gripe is, as members who pay an annual fee, why are we fleeced on pitch fees in holiday times, when we don't get anything extra, its the same site, same facility's, its like if you join a social club, and as a member you pay say £1 a pint, but suddenly as it is a holiday you pay £2 a pint, its the same pint so Why has it gone up ? So many people have said they are leaving, and going to private sites that for the same price offer more, as will I.

[@redsgotravels]

Hi Howard ! It’s the hidden charges that really add to the cost of it all, don’t seem to be many benefits, I’m not surprised people are leaving in droves , nice to see more private campsites turning up ! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts, much appreciated 👍👌🙂

[@grahampitt4104]

I thought these clubs were non profit making organisations. If so why do they, in general, appear to be more expensive than commercial sites? Members be aware that if you keep using them they will keep charging you. We have stopped camping in the uk as campsites in France and Spain are usually cheaper and the weather is better.

[@redsgotravels]

It’s so much better in Europe isn’t it ? Yes people power will hopefully make a point , have you tried Germany ? It’s very accommodating too ! ❤️

[@caroleanngough691]

They say they need the money for new or improving sites..Just seen another pig overhead

[@Steve-zc3rg]

Not joined any got a van last year Don't feel like I've made enough of it yet So fish for good advice

[@redsgotravels]

Thankyou ❤️

[@davidcassell4000]

The Caravan Club has always been racketeers!.

[@kevinhardy5494]

No comment or any response from the club says it all, are they in denial of the issues that many members are bringing up?

[@redsgotravels]

Certainly a very topical vlog with a common theme running through ! Hopefully it may change to satisfy the majority, but I think it’s a long road … ❤️ thanks for sharing your thoughts 🙂

[@davegardner2258]

Everyone you talk to says that CAMC sites are just to expensive. As it is a members club surely it should be run to the benefit of members not to provide vast profits.

[@redsgotravels]

It does seem to be a common complaint , but hopefully things may change ( sometime ! ) thanks for sharing your thoughts ❤️

[@caravanstuff2827]

Caravan and motor homes are working class holiday activities in most countries , except the UK.. because of RV prices and fuel and site fees it's becoming the preserve of the middle class..unless your handy and fit out a white van your self and head across the channel... Europe is far cheeper to holiday than the UK and the weather and food is better..the clubs have concluded that it's better to have less members paying higher sit fees than the other way around!!.❤️🇬🇧🇺🇦

[@redsgotravels]

Yes, we travel to Europe whenever we can, it’s where we feel welcome , the aires are fab, free park ups everywhere 👍❤️

[@caravanstuff2827]

@@redsgotravels I think more folks have concluded that fact and are heading across the channel...if we're not carful we'll swamp the continent and love the place to death!!.🤣🤣

[@redsgotravels]

@caravanstuff2827 haha, totally 😂

[@schofield4836]

NoPe, not renewing …. independent sites are better and cleaner, better entertainment, sometimes a little more quirky with honesty boxes and fresh eggs and home made cake and less rude wardens. Camc make you feel like a burden on them and as if you a pita. Independent sites welcome you and want you there and make more of an effort so you will come back. Camc sites couldn’t care less if you come back or not.

[@redsgotravels]

We do love the independent sites too , a lot more seem to be appearing in the uk ❤️

[@emmettculleton7165]

They will never wake up ,I’m a member of caravan club because,RED FLAG it’s great for Europe.

[@redsgotravels]

Yes, gotta love Europe ! Are you travelling soon ? ❤️

[@chrissteer9215]

I’ll never join again after forty years they’ve a complete rip off

[@redsgotravels]

Wow you were a member 40 years and they lost you? I’d say that says a lot about the prices now

[@grahambrackley2041]

Never been interested, now I never will.

[@redsgotravels]

Fair enough 👍

[@malcblakey7828]

I’m getting a complex. I’m the only one you haven’t answered…😮😯🤔

[@redsgotravels]

Good evening 😊 I can’t see your original post, I’ve tried to keep on top of all the wonderful comments, but apologies if I have missed you , could you possibly repost ? ❤️

[@malcblakey7828]

Not to worry..I did rant a bit, but sent half of it again…lol…Thanks

[@redsgotravels]

😊

[@daidavies6210]

Just Book a holiday its cheaper.

[@redsgotravels]

It seems that way doesn’t it!

[@Sheddys]

Optimum pricing policy. Increase your prices until orders drop off, then lower your prices and make it look like you're doing it to benefit others. Extremely cynical marketing.

[@redsgotravels]

Playing the market , can’t be sustainable can it ? Thanks for sharing your thoughts ❤️