Recent content by BG

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    The Orchards,Isle Of Wight

    We stayed at The Orchards in 2007 and would not go back very busy and tight vans back to back no way enough clearance - left early but each to their own i beliveve they have upgraded toilets etc. Still remains a blot on our caravanning history.
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    Bala C&CC Site

    Supermarkets and small shops are approx 1-2 Miles in Bala - Turn right out of the site follow the road into the town. Harlech & Barmouth are worth visiting we also did Portmerion and the Ffestininog railway. there is a lake with walking etc just leaving Bala The site itself is really good but...
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    Invoking Tow Off Rule??

    This happened to us also. I think in the past you could just book an extra night but I think it causes the wardens a headache with the booking when you arrive. This time we rang the booking centre and they just added the extra night on for us.Hope this helps for next time.
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    Route to Dunnet Bay

    Thank you for all replies - Very helpful
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    Route to Dunnet Bay

    We have booked to go to Dunnet Bay CC Site and are just planning our journey can anyone tell us what the A9 is like around Berriedale as there appears to be some steep gradients. How steep How long etc Thanks
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    Lakeside CC site, Dulverton, north devon/somerset

    The site itself is quite open and has good views,since it has been re developed recently the toilet blocks and pitches are pristine. There is a row of super pitches that have been installed these are some of the best on the site but cost extra at least you are guarenteed a good pitch if you pre...
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    Is there a conspiracy?..

    Steadies should be down if you are entering the van - how did manage to get the van in - if it goes in then it should no more difficult to get out - if you see what i mean
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    Site picture on front of this months magazine?

    The site on the cover is Park Cliffe Caravan and Camping Estate, between Newby Bridge and Windermere, just off the A592. The photo was taken at the summit of the adjacent hill (Moor How) which is accessed from a footpath which starts alongside the touring pitches. The water visible in the...
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    CARAVAN TOWING COURSE

    Worth doing it gives you more confidence and everybody there is is the same boat. You never know if any thing happens to your driver then you have to get the caravan home. I attended a Caravan Club course although the Camping & Caravanning Club also run courses - this was the first time i had...
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    Going away at Easter?

    We are off to Ebury Hill C&CC Site Nr Shrewsbury
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    Practical Caravan Apr 08 - Cover Site

    Thanks Nigel Maybe worth small note on the contents page when featuring sites on the front cover
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    Practical Caravan Apr 08 - Cover Site

    Thanks Nigel Maybe worth small note on the contents page when featuring sites on the front cover
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    Practical Caravan Apr 08 - Cover Site

    Does anyone know which site is on the front cover i have searched high and low for any small print in the mag but have drawn a blank.
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    Speeding on Carvan sites

    This possibly falls into the its so obvious but debate - why do people have to speed around sites with or without the van in tow racing to reach pitches in the dark as witnessed this weekend ( Site shall remain nameless) at speeds well in excess of being able to stop if a child or dog or indeed...
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    Teversal C&CC

    We have just been to Teversal this weekend and it has changed very little from previous owners, they are building a new play area and are planning to widen pitches which are tight with awning + car . The toilets / showers still of high standard, TV reception very good you can just hear the M1...