Hi, simply confused now which is staggering because to my knowledge there are only 2 main options, "Caravan & Motorhome Club" or "Camping and Caravanning Club " Which one do you belong to and any comments please!
Which club to join?
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Faced with the same choice, what l did, was join them both for the first twelve months, and thereafter made my mind up with the benefit of on site experience.
It depends what you want.
If you want the widest possible choice of CL's/CS's and club sites across the UK then join both. The downside to that of course is two magazines a month full of adverts. There is sometimes a perceived higher quality site with CC but I'm sure there will be plenty of examples to dispel this. There has also been a perception of a slightly more upmarket and stand offish stance by members of CC. I would say this is absolute nonsense and you would get a warm welcome from either club and it's members.
If you want the widest choice of rallying opportunities then join both, having said that both clubs individually can meet anyone's wants and needs on this front easily.
Both clubs offer very good quality caravan insurance and we have tended to switch between the two depending on the cost. The last few years CCC have been most competitive.
Both clubs offer breakdown services at competitive prices, travel insurance etc.
It really is a case of pays your money and takes your chances. We've been belt and braces with both for a long time to get the best of both worlds but would recommend either or equally.
If you only want to stay on commercial sites with fully serviced pitches, swimming pools, children's facilities and activities along with a bar and games room then I wouldn't bother joining either.
If you want the widest possible choice of CL's/CS's and club sites across the UK then join both. The downside to that of course is two magazines a month full of adverts. There is sometimes a perceived higher quality site with CC but I'm sure there will be plenty of examples to dispel this. There has also been a perception of a slightly more upmarket and stand offish stance by members of CC. I would say this is absolute nonsense and you would get a warm welcome from either club and it's members.
If you want the widest choice of rallying opportunities then join both, having said that both clubs individually can meet anyone's wants and needs on this front easily.
Both clubs offer very good quality caravan insurance and we have tended to switch between the two depending on the cost. The last few years CCC have been most competitive.
Both clubs offer breakdown services at competitive prices, travel insurance etc.
It really is a case of pays your money and takes your chances. We've been belt and braces with both for a long time to get the best of both worlds but would recommend either or equally.
If you only want to stay on commercial sites with fully serviced pitches, swimming pools, children's facilities and activities along with a bar and games room then I wouldn't bother joining either.
For many, the decision seems to come down to which site booking system you prefer (non-refundable deposits with generally good availability ...... or no deposits but sites apparently fully booked way in advance....though maybe having last-minute availability as people cancel. For others, having a very consistent standard of toilet block appears to be a primary consideration.
'Regimentation' is often perceived as being greater at C&MC, but not having stayed at any of their sites I cannot comment. There is probably not much to choose between CS and CL '5-van' sites. Other benefits, travel, insurance, etc are pretty much similar
As a life-long tent camper who has only in the last few years added a caravan, C&CC fits better for me. (We still have various tents which I optimistically hope will still get some use).
A lot of people DO belong to both clubs .... primarily to be able to use both CS and CL sites.
'Regimentation' is often perceived as being greater at C&MC, but not having stayed at any of their sites I cannot comment. There is probably not much to choose between CS and CL '5-van' sites. Other benefits, travel, insurance, etc are pretty much similar
As a life-long tent camper who has only in the last few years added a caravan, C&CC fits better for me. (We still have various tents which I optimistically hope will still get some use).
A lot of people DO belong to both clubs .... primarily to be able to use both CS and CL sites.
I'm in both. Their CLs and CSs are pretty well much the same in standard.
Both offer sites in different parts of the country so I get the best of both worlds. Check out their respective sites in Scotland and you will appreciate the benefit of both. Very little overlap.
I have printed copies of their magazines rather than IT ones. Both are a very good read. The annual subscription includes the magazines 12 per year!!
Their insurance schemes are probably the best in caravanning as are their help with Legal and Technical matters.
Both offer sites in different parts of the country so I get the best of both worlds. Check out their respective sites in Scotland and you will appreciate the benefit of both. Very little overlap.
I have printed copies of their magazines rather than IT ones. Both are a very good read. The annual subscription includes the magazines 12 per year!!
Their insurance schemes are probably the best in caravanning as are their help with Legal and Technical matters.
We belong to both the main clubs purley for the cl/cs sites, I dont think in the last ten years we have stayed at more than 5 main club sites as they don't suit us. No pubs within reasonable walking distance. And also they are getting too expensive. One big winge try booking into Rowntree in York. Come on DD. Your expreince.
Hutch
Hutch
EH52ARH said:
Nice little CL behind a coal yard in York, not too bad a wander to the local which used to be very good.
We are in both too started of with C&CC as the rest of the family are in it and then joined the C&MHC as membership and Mayday breakdown was cheaper than the AA plus more small sites to visit.
Parksy
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Both clubs offer similar benefits and are worth the annual fee unless you prefer the beer bingo and kiddy club facilities offered by some commercially run family sites which offer some good bargain prices at times.
Have a think about what you are looking for, the Caravan and Motorhome Club is generally regarded to uphold high standards and the sites are eminently suitable for couples who don't need the swimming pools and amusement arcades offered by commercial sites.
The Camping and Caravanning Club is great for older couples because of the age discount on pitches, and families also enjoy the C&CC because tent camping is allowed which means that older children can sleep away from their parents in tents.
Both clubs hold rallies, the C&MHC needs to be pre-booked and the C&CC normally doesn't, you simply turn up on the day.
We are members of the C&CC, we are a retired couple and we mainly use the certified sites near to the places that we want to visit, because we don't go on holiday to sit in the caravan, it's just a base.
We sometimes use commercial sites, especially in coastal areas for main holidays, because my mobility is impaired,. If we fancy a night out with drinks we use good well run sites which have bars or restaurants on site so that I can share a glass or two with no late night worries about getting back to the caravan.
Have a think about what you are looking for, the Caravan and Motorhome Club is generally regarded to uphold high standards and the sites are eminently suitable for couples who don't need the swimming pools and amusement arcades offered by commercial sites.
The Camping and Caravanning Club is great for older couples because of the age discount on pitches, and families also enjoy the C&CC because tent camping is allowed which means that older children can sleep away from their parents in tents.
Both clubs hold rallies, the C&MHC needs to be pre-booked and the C&CC normally doesn't, you simply turn up on the day.
We are members of the C&CC, we are a retired couple and we mainly use the certified sites near to the places that we want to visit, because we don't go on holiday to sit in the caravan, it's just a base.
We sometimes use commercial sites, especially in coastal areas for main holidays, because my mobility is impaired,. If we fancy a night out with drinks we use good well run sites which have bars or restaurants on site so that I can share a glass or two with no late night worries about getting back to the caravan.
We also joined both in order to try them out. They are subtly different as others have indicated, two years on and we remain members of both. We are off on an autumn tour next week and will be making use of both clubs sites.
My membership to the CMC comes free so two years ago I joined the C&CC. Since then I've used the C&CC sites more - not because I prefer them but just because they were where I wanted to be. I still prefer the CMC for travel insurance.
We are members of both but you do need to use the caravan a fair bit to justify it. We need the CAMH as we use their site to store the caravan and only they have sites near to our relatives. Their breakdown cover is also cheaper but on its own would not justify joining.
The C&CC insurance offering is that much cheaper that it justifies membership although they also have sites we want to visit where theirs is preferable to the CAMH.
The breakdowns and insurance cover provided by the clubs are both far wider than you are likely to get elsewhere although value there is a personal thing and some people might regard other businesses as enough for there needs.
When it comes to sites both have a wide spread of these but both have gaps so possibly it depends on where you want to go. The CAMH has a no deposit policy but the sites can often book up early. The C&CC has a very tough deposits system but better availability so you have to choose which suits you. If you can book early the CAMH has the edge, if you book late the C&CC might be better. The CAMH pricing system is far easier to understand and their internet booking service far easier to use.
Both maintain their sites to a high standard but the C&CC a little less so but not enough to worry most people.
The CAMH lets you choose your pitch from the type you have booked mainly awning or non awning but the C&CC pitch you although they discuss what you want and you can refuse a pitch in favour of another if you do not like it and they allow you to book grass or hardstanding.
Both have a large selection of 5 caravan private sites available and in most cases they will both have suitable ones for you.
The continental touring services of both clubs are good with discounts on ferries and specialist insurance and there is nothing to choose between them. We have found their site booking prices are usually cheaper than you can get y just turning up but currency fluctuations might sometimes change this.
Both have advice services for technical and legal problems if you need them.
If you are joining just one then I am afraid you just have to weigh up the pros and cons of each and see what suits you best.l
The C&CC insurance offering is that much cheaper that it justifies membership although they also have sites we want to visit where theirs is preferable to the CAMH.
The breakdowns and insurance cover provided by the clubs are both far wider than you are likely to get elsewhere although value there is a personal thing and some people might regard other businesses as enough for there needs.
When it comes to sites both have a wide spread of these but both have gaps so possibly it depends on where you want to go. The CAMH has a no deposit policy but the sites can often book up early. The C&CC has a very tough deposits system but better availability so you have to choose which suits you. If you can book early the CAMH has the edge, if you book late the C&CC might be better. The CAMH pricing system is far easier to understand and their internet booking service far easier to use.
Both maintain their sites to a high standard but the C&CC a little less so but not enough to worry most people.
The CAMH lets you choose your pitch from the type you have booked mainly awning or non awning but the C&CC pitch you although they discuss what you want and you can refuse a pitch in favour of another if you do not like it and they allow you to book grass or hardstanding.
Both have a large selection of 5 caravan private sites available and in most cases they will both have suitable ones for you.
The continental touring services of both clubs are good with discounts on ferries and specialist insurance and there is nothing to choose between them. We have found their site booking prices are usually cheaper than you can get y just turning up but currency fluctuations might sometimes change this.
Both have advice services for technical and legal problems if you need them.
If you are joining just one then I am afraid you just have to weigh up the pros and cons of each and see what suits you best.l
We are members of both and use the main sites and CL/CS too as it gives the best possible choice of location and availability. Re caravan insurance we always used C&CC but as of 2016 I found CMHC to be cheaper, and Mayday breakdown cover is cheaper than C&CC cover. For Continental touring I have always used CMHC as their website for Travel Insurance is so much simpler in dealing with any temporary or pre-existing medical conditions.
We are currently members of the C&CC and have been for a number of years, use them for both van insurance and there Arrival [RAC] cover.
But things may have to change, my Arrival is up for renewal and looking into it it is going to be cheaper to join both The CMHC and there Mayday service saving about £25.00, its a weird old world.
On that note why dont insurance/breakdown companies look after existing customers who have never claimed
But things may have to change, my Arrival is up for renewal and looking into it it is going to be cheaper to join both The CMHC and there Mayday service saving about £25.00, its a weird old world.
On that note why dont insurance/breakdown companies look after existing customers who have never claimed
Kev.
Years ago 20 + I looked at the breakdown covers available. To this day I can say honestly the two clubs breakdown schemes offer so much more than the main stream . Read the small print and you will see why
BTW. How's the extension issue B)
Years ago 20 + I looked at the breakdown covers available. To this day I can say honestly the two clubs breakdown schemes offer so much more than the main stream . Read the small print and you will see why
BTW. How's the extension issue B)
Dustydog said:Kev.
Years ago 20 + I looked at the breakdown covers available. To this day I can say honestly the two clubs breakdown schemes offer so much more than the main stream . Read the small print and you will see why
BTW. How's the extension issue B)
DD are you saying CMHC's Mayday service is not as good as C&CC Arrival ?
( will let you know about extension progress when I get some!!!, will email you)
Kev , are you going anywhere soon as next week we are out in the van, and would like some nice weather... E now wants to come down to Cornwall , we need some more Pasties. So if your out go south east please.
EH52ARH said:
Sorry to disappoint, due to a few ongoing commitments we are staying yer in Devon,have a nice time though.
Ps had a Pasty today but made in Devon
Gagakev said:EH52ARH said:
Sorry to disappoint, due to a few ongoing commitments we are staying yer in Devon,have a nice t
Ps had a Pasty today but made in Devon
And hopefully very nice too, Here in RMK we have what are known as Bedfordshire "Clangers" same as pasties. But E will not agree. Ok if we come down it will be hugging the North coast.
Gagakev said:Dustydog said:Kev.
Years ago 20 + I looked at the breakdown covers available. To this day I can say honestly the two clubs breakdown schemes offer so much more than the main stream . Read the small print and you will see why
BTW. How's the extension issue B)
DD are you saying CMHC's Mayday service is not as good as C&CC Arrival ?
( will let you know about extension progress when I get some!!!, will email you)
Kev
Read my fingers
BOTH Clubs covers are the bees knees or of you like the dogs :cheer:
Some of the best are in Marazion. If you go there post some up to us please. Oh Hutch, pass on up through Hants and send some lardies up as well. Thank you.
Dustydog said:Gagakev said:Dustydog said:Kev.
Years ago 20 + I looked at the breakdown covers available. To this day I can say honestly the two clubs breakdown schemes offer so much more than the main stream . Read the small print and you will see why
BTW. How's the extension issue B)
DD are you saying CMHC's Mayday service is not as good as C&CC Arrival ?
( will let you know about extension progress when I get some!!!, will email you)
Kev
Read my fingers
BOTH Clubs covers are the bees knees or of you like the dogs :cheer:
Ok Ok no need to shout :lol:
I confess I didnt read it properly the first time
Many Thanks.
:kiss: :kiss: :kiss: :kiss: :kiss: :kiss:Gagakev said:Dustydog said:Gagakev said:Dustydog said:Kev.
Years ago 20 + I looked at the breakdown covers available. To this day I can say honestly the two clubs breakdown schemes offer so much more than the main stream . Read the small print and you will see why
BTW. How's the extension issue B)
DD are you saying CMHC's Mayday service is not as good as C&CC Arrival ?
( will let you know about extension progress when I get some!!!, will email you)
Kev
Read my fingers
BOTH Clubs covers are the bees knees or of you like the dogs :cheer:
Ok Ok no need to shout :lol:
I confess I didnt read it properly the first time
Many Thanks.
Raywood said:
When we realised our AA cover was inadequate and started looking round it seemed there were there 3 options recommended ADAC, Arrival and Mayday. Gave up on ADAC couldn't get replies to our emails, Looked at Arrival as we where already with the C&CC and it was over £200 for the cover we wanted. So then looked at Mayday and although the cover is not quite as good as Arrival, it was coming out at 2/3 nights away cheaper than Arrival with C&MH membership, so for us it was worth it just for the breakdown cover, the bonus being access to the CLs. And we got a £20 M&S voucher
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