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Cheshire Centre Web Master:
Please remember, I do not have direct access to committee information as I once did, I am now reliant on the committee sending me updates. Thank you for understanding. Andy Gibbs
Please remember, I do not have direct access to committee information as I once did, I am now reliant on the committee sending me updates. Thank you for understanding. Andy Gibbs
Dennis O'Connell:
Dennis O'Connell passed away Friday 15th October after a short illness. He started rallying in 1975. He ran many sports rallies in the early years of the centre. He was one of the founder members of the Cheshire Centre Golf Society and remained a member up until the present day.
His funeral arrangements are as follows Stockport Crematorium (Rowan Chapel) Buxton Rd/ A6, postcode SK2 6LS. Service at 12:15, Friday 5th November. Reception to follow at the Alma Lodge Hotel also located on the A6 postcode SK2 6EQ.
Dennis O'Connell passed away Friday 15th October after a short illness. He started rallying in 1975. He ran many sports rallies in the early years of the centre. He was one of the founder members of the Cheshire Centre Golf Society and remained a member up until the present day.
His funeral arrangements are as follows Stockport Crematorium (Rowan Chapel) Buxton Rd/ A6, postcode SK2 6LS. Service at 12:15, Friday 5th November. Reception to follow at the Alma Lodge Hotel also located on the A6 postcode SK2 6EQ.
Towing Regulations:
15th November has been set as the date for the removal of a BE towing requirement. From this date anyone with a 'new license' can tow any car and caravan combination. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-rules-for-towing-a-trailer-or-caravan-with-a-car-from-autumn-2021
15th November has been set as the date for the removal of a BE towing requirement. From this date anyone with a 'new license' can tow any car and caravan combination. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-rules-for-towing-a-trailer-or-caravan-with-a-car-from-autumn-2021
Sutton Sheep Dogs Charity Success:
At a very wet and muddy Sutton Sheep Dogs rally in August, we held a raffle and raised £140.00 for the 'The Christie At Macclesfield'. We have received this letter, below, of thanks from the Christie Charitable fund for our donation and would like to thank the ralliers who helped raise the money.
Barbara, Allan, Sue and Derek
At a very wet and muddy Sutton Sheep Dogs rally in August, we held a raffle and raised £140.00 for the 'The Christie At Macclesfield'. We have received this letter, below, of thanks from the Christie Charitable fund for our donation and would like to thank the ralliers who helped raise the money.
Barbara, Allan, Sue and Derek
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Colin Spann:
It is with deep sadness that the Cheshire Centre has to announce the passing of Colin Spann. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Colin passed away during last weekend (9 October 2021).
Colin and his late wife Dawn, were very active members of the centre, organising many rallies. Colin also served on the committee as Secretary, Rally Secretary and Sports Officer. He was also a founder member of the centre's Golf Society. Colin will be sadly missed.
The funeral details are: 2 pm on 1st November 2021 at St Peters Church, Little Budworth.
It is with deep sadness that the Cheshire Centre has to announce the passing of Colin Spann. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Colin passed away during last weekend (9 October 2021).
Colin and his late wife Dawn, were very active members of the centre, organising many rallies. Colin also served on the committee as Secretary, Rally Secretary and Sports Officer. He was also a founder member of the centre's Golf Society. Colin will be sadly missed.
The funeral details are: 2 pm on 1st November 2021 at St Peters Church, Little Budworth.
Rally Officer Gifts For 2020 and 2021:
2021 - This year's Rally Officer gift has been a voucher worth £15 to be used in part payment for any Cheshire Centre rally. We can also offer 50th Celebration glasses again, but there will be a delay in receiving them due to ordering and then distributing them to you. Please e-mail vicechairman@cheshirecentre.co.uk with your preference.
2020 - If your rally was cancelled due to Covid-19 during the 2020 rally year, you are still eligible for your gift which was our 50th Celebration glasses. If you didn't receive these then please e-mail vicechairman2@cheshirecentre.co.uk so we can arrange delivery.
2021 - This year's Rally Officer gift has been a voucher worth £15 to be used in part payment for any Cheshire Centre rally. We can also offer 50th Celebration glasses again, but there will be a delay in receiving them due to ordering and then distributing them to you. Please e-mail vicechairman@cheshirecentre.co.uk with your preference.
2020 - If your rally was cancelled due to Covid-19 during the 2020 rally year, you are still eligible for your gift which was our 50th Celebration glasses. If you didn't receive these then please e-mail vicechairman2@cheshirecentre.co.uk so we can arrange delivery.
AGM / Rally Officers Meeting Update:
The committee and I would like to thank those who were able to attend our Centre AGM in person or via the Zoom link, however the number of attendees was extremely low. With over 3,300 registered Cheshire families we had approximately 2% attendance which is a very disappointing show of support for the centre. (We did receive a small number of apologies).
At our rally officers meeting we were able to confirm 75 rallies, which is an excellent number for 2022, down on this year and previous years but far better than other centres in the club. The meeting also gave out important information for all our rally officers that run rallies.
During the AGM meeting we had a couple of questions from the floor that I advised, the committee would review, which we did during our our committee meeting following the AGM. The questions and answers are below:-
1). With the centre funds being so healthy would the committee consider a removal of the centre contribution? Answer - We recognise the importance of encouraging and supporting our members, rather than a reduction in the centre contribution and for accounting reasons, the committee have agreed for 2022 rally year only we will reward each rallying family with a £10 voucher for every 10 rallies attended to be redeemed against attending a centre rally. A register sheet will be in the 2022 brochure explaining the process.
2). With the large number of weekends with no rallies would the committee consider rallies being added after the Rally Officers meeting? Answer - For 2022 rally year, providing a Rally Officer submits a rally with a minimum of 6 weeks notice and on a weekend where no other rallies are running the committee will consider its entry to the programme.
We all hope 2022 is a much better year for rallying and that our centre is able to thrive once again. Your committee and I look forward to seeing you all on a rally field soon.
Best regards
Paul Bedworth
Cheshire Centre Chairman
The committee and I would like to thank those who were able to attend our Centre AGM in person or via the Zoom link, however the number of attendees was extremely low. With over 3,300 registered Cheshire families we had approximately 2% attendance which is a very disappointing show of support for the centre. (We did receive a small number of apologies).
At our rally officers meeting we were able to confirm 75 rallies, which is an excellent number for 2022, down on this year and previous years but far better than other centres in the club. The meeting also gave out important information for all our rally officers that run rallies.
During the AGM meeting we had a couple of questions from the floor that I advised, the committee would review, which we did during our our committee meeting following the AGM. The questions and answers are below:-
1). With the centre funds being so healthy would the committee consider a removal of the centre contribution? Answer - We recognise the importance of encouraging and supporting our members, rather than a reduction in the centre contribution and for accounting reasons, the committee have agreed for 2022 rally year only we will reward each rallying family with a £10 voucher for every 10 rallies attended to be redeemed against attending a centre rally. A register sheet will be in the 2022 brochure explaining the process.
2). With the large number of weekends with no rallies would the committee consider rallies being added after the Rally Officers meeting? Answer - For 2022 rally year, providing a Rally Officer submits a rally with a minimum of 6 weeks notice and on a weekend where no other rallies are running the committee will consider its entry to the programme.
We all hope 2022 is a much better year for rallying and that our centre is able to thrive once again. Your committee and I look forward to seeing you all on a rally field soon.
Best regards
Paul Bedworth
Cheshire Centre Chairman
For 2021 only, rally attendance has been reduced to 0 so you don’t need any signatures on your form for the Children’s Christmas Party. Just fill in the form below, join in the festive fun and meet Father Christmas!
Hurry! Spaces are limited.
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Latest Rallying Guidance 18 August 2021:
Dear all,
In light of the easing of restrictions from the UK's devolved governments, all restrictions have now been eased for Club rallies.
In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, there only remain restrictions on wearing a face mask in enclosed spaces. Please check the Republic of Ireland Government website for restrictions as there still remain limits on indoor gatherings.
You are encouraged, where possible, to continue to mitigate any viral transmissions and to continue with good practice measures, e.g. hand sanitiser. The virus has not gone away and we need to be sensible and sensitive to fellow members' concerns. Please do not attend a rally if you are feeling unwell or have been asked to self-isolate and contact the Rally Officers to notify them of your cancellation.
In light of the easing of restrictions from the UK's devolved governments, all restrictions have now been eased for Club rallies.
In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, there only remain restrictions on wearing a face mask in enclosed spaces. Please check the Republic of Ireland Government website for restrictions as there still remain limits on indoor gatherings.
You are encouraged, where possible, to continue to mitigate any viral transmissions and to continue with good practice measures, e.g. hand sanitiser. The virus has not gone away and we need to be sensible and sensitive to fellow members' concerns. Please do not attend a rally if you are feeling unwell or have been asked to self-isolate and contact the Rally Officers to notify them of your cancellation.
Clean Air Zones:
With the introduction in more and more towns / cities of Clean Air Zones (CAZ) please ensure you check your routes prior to leaving home. The zones have heavy penalty charges applied for motorhomes that are not in vehicle taxation Class M1 and / or weighs over 3500kg that have not pre-booked entry prior to entry.
With the introduction in more and more towns / cities of Clean Air Zones (CAZ) please ensure you check your routes prior to leaving home. The zones have heavy penalty charges applied for motorhomes that are not in vehicle taxation Class M1 and / or weighs over 3500kg that have not pre-booked entry prior to entry.
Rally Officers Please Note:
There is a minimum charge for plaques, so if the number of vans on your rally are low, please take this into account when calculating your revised rally fee. Currently the minimum charge is £15.14 which includes the plaques, postage, and packing.
Please note that the reduction in VAT to 5% ONLY relates to the pitch element of the rally fee and not the whole of the rally fee. The balance of the rally fee including plaques, centre contribution etc is charged at 20%, as shown on the accounts sheet. If you only charge 5% VAT on the whole of the rally fee, then the centre contribution will be decreased.
If you are in any doubt when recalculating your revised rally fee, please contact the Treasurer before finalising.
Sandra Bowler
Cheshire Centre Treasurer
There is a minimum charge for plaques, so if the number of vans on your rally are low, please take this into account when calculating your revised rally fee. Currently the minimum charge is £15.14 which includes the plaques, postage, and packing.
Please note that the reduction in VAT to 5% ONLY relates to the pitch element of the rally fee and not the whole of the rally fee. The balance of the rally fee including plaques, centre contribution etc is charged at 20%, as shown on the accounts sheet. If you only charge 5% VAT on the whole of the rally fee, then the centre contribution will be decreased.
If you are in any doubt when recalculating your revised rally fee, please contact the Treasurer before finalising.
Sandra Bowler
Cheshire Centre Treasurer
2021 rally Brochure Version 2:
Version 2 of the 2021 Rally Brochure is now available on the Secure Page (with all personal details). Click here to go to log in to the Secure Page.
Version 2 of the 2021 Rally Brochure is now available on the Secure Page (with all personal details). Click here to go to log in to the Secure Page.
Centre Rules and Reminders
Centre Rules:
Spacing On Rallies - General Letters To Centres (GLCs): Amendment Notice (AN) NO 5:
38. Pitch Spacing. The Club places great importance on the correct layout of rallies to ensure that safety standards are maintained and that the requirements of the exemption certificate are met. Every effort should be made to keep the density as low as possible. A minimum spacing between facing walls of adjacent motorhomes and caravans (the unit) of 6 metres is required. There must also be 3 metres clear between outfits, where an outfit is taken to mean and include the unit, an awning, pup tent and a car. An explanatory diagram is at Annex D. There must also be 6 metres separation between the facing walls of a caravan or motorhome and a building; however, that 6 metres space could be used for a towing vehicle or awning so long as there is still 3 metres clear space within that 6 metres. Whilst there is no spacing restriction with regard to rally field boundaries, e.g. fences, trees and hedges, the siting of outfits must not be allowed to interfere with the activities of local people, their privacy or enjoyment of their property. For health and safety purposes, emergency vehicles should also be able to secure access at all times to within 90 metres of any unit on the site. The layout of the rally site and the general appearance of outfits can impact on member satisfaction; moreover, overcrowding and low standards will harm the reputation of The Club and the Centre.
Ball Games Near Caravans:
Could we kindly remind members that we do not allow ball games near caravans on rallies. The matter of footballs being used close to caravans seems to be a growing issue with concerns over damage and cost. Please ensure your children (and some adults) play well away from the caravans on a rally. Thank you.
Towing Assistance:
Ralliers are reminded of the Caravan Club's Letters To Centres: Care should be exercised when offering assistance to other ralliers to tow units off waterlogged pitches and fields to ensure that the operation is carried out safely. Those offering such assistance need to be aware that the Club’s Public Liability insurance does not provide cover for this activity. Cover would need to be provided under the personal insurance policies of those involved. In addition, if payment is made for doing so, the person providing the assistance needs to ensure that he is not in breach of his insurance policy by ‘plying for hire’ should an accident occur.
Thank you, the committee.
Thank you, the committee.
Dog Owners:
Ralliers are reminded of the centre's General Information on page 58 of this year's rally brochure: All animals must be kept under the full control of a responsible person. Pets must be kept on a lead at all times, exercised around the perimeter of the field and kept away from the water taps. You must remove your pet waste from the rally site and dispose of appropriately.
Thank you, the committee.
Thank you, the committee.
Plaque Ordering:
The Plaque Officer would like to remind Rally Officers that the Plaque Manufacturer needs the following timings:- For normal weekend rallies 10 working days + delivery. For extended weekend and holiday rallies (special plaque configuration and colours etc) the Plaque Manufacturer needs 15 working days + delivery. The 2018 plaque order forms are to be sent to the Centre Plaque Officer prior to this time scale. All plaque details are available on the Baypress web site www.baypress.org.uk or contact the Plaque Officer for assistance.
Smoking At Socials:
Please remember that smoking is not permitted at socials, inside or outside. This includes the use of e-cigarettes and vapour cigarettes. Thank you, the committee.
First Aid:
There is no requirement for Centres to have a first aid qualified person on a rally; however, it is advisable for ralliers to have their own in-date first aid kit. It is also recommended that rally officers maintain a list of useful local telephone numbers for use in the
event of an emergency, e.g. local doctor, vet, and are also able to advise members of the exact location of such service providers, including directions to the nearest hospital.
event of an emergency, e.g. local doctor, vet, and are also able to advise members of the exact location of such service providers, including directions to the nearest hospital.
Towing Assistance:
It is everyone's individual responsibility to ensure they are able to enter and leave a venue safely in inclement weather conditions.
Ralliers are reminded of the CAMC's Letters To Centres: Care should be exercised when offering assistance to other ralliers to tow units off waterlogged pitches and fields to ensure that the operation is carried out safely. Those offering such assistance need to be aware that the Club’s Public Liability insurance does not provide cover for this activity. Cover would need to be provided under the personal insurance policies of those involved. In addition, if payment is made for doing so, the person providing the assistance needs to ensure that he is not in breach of his insurance policy by ‘plying for hire’ should an accident occur.
Ralliers are reminded of the CAMC's Letters To Centres: Care should be exercised when offering assistance to other ralliers to tow units off waterlogged pitches and fields to ensure that the operation is carried out safely. Those offering such assistance need to be aware that the Club’s Public Liability insurance does not provide cover for this activity. Cover would need to be provided under the personal insurance policies of those involved. In addition, if payment is made for doing so, the person providing the assistance needs to ensure that he is not in breach of his insurance policy by ‘plying for hire’ should an accident occur.
Drone Code:
December 2020 saw an update to the Drone and Model Aircraft Code: It is against the law to fly a drone or model aircraft without having the required IDs. You can also be fined for breaking the law when flying. In the most serious cases, you could be sent to prison. Click here to read the latest information.
Please could all members be aware that as of March 2019, the Caravan and Motorhome Club have banned drones from being flown from a rally field. If they are flown from a different field they must not be flown over caravans or motorhomes.
Please could all members be aware that as of March 2019, the Caravan and Motorhome Club have banned drones from being flown from a rally field. If they are flown from a different field they must not be flown over caravans or motorhomes.
Centre Reminders:
Emergencies On The Rally Field:
Following the recent successful First Aid rally and in line with the Caravan and Motorhome Club guidance for organising rallies, the committee would ask Rally Officers to include a list of useful local locations and telephone numbers for use in the event of an emergency, e.g. the local A&E, local doctor, vet, etc. on all Rally Welcome Letters. Thank you.
To find the nearest A&E hospital, search for www.nhs.uk then search for A&E (top right hand corner), select "Find accident and emergency services" then in the search box type in the rally location post code.
This will display the nearest A&E to your rally.
If you are First Aid trained and happy to assist on a rally should emergency First Aid be needed nearby, please notify the RO when you arrive. Window stickers are now available for those trained individuals from the committee.
To find the nearest A&E hospital, search for www.nhs.uk then search for A&E (top right hand corner), select "Find accident and emergency services" then in the search box type in the rally location post code.
This will display the nearest A&E to your rally.
If you are First Aid trained and happy to assist on a rally should emergency First Aid be needed nearby, please notify the RO when you arrive. Window stickers are now available for those trained individuals from the committee.
Rally Visitors:
Just a polite reminder to all ralliers, visitors to a rally are welcome. However if you are expecting visitors please ask them to report first to the Rally Officers before moving on to the rally field so that the rally officer is aware of who is on site. If possible, please remind your visitors of the 5 mph speed limit before they arrive.
Unable To Attend A Rally At The Last Minute:
If you book a rally and are unable to attend for whatever reason, it is polite and courteous to inform the rally officers that you will not be attending either by phone call or e-mail.
Your non attendance at the rally means that other ralliers that are on waiting lists etc cannot be given the option of taking your place and rally officers are left waiting until late for your arrival.
Your non attendance at the rally means that other ralliers that are on waiting lists etc cannot be given the option of taking your place and rally officers are left waiting until late for your arrival.
Renewal Of Your Centre Registration:
If you pay your annual subscription by continuous credit card and the expiry date of your Club Membership has passed you will be unable to re-register to the Centre of your choice on the website.
If you pay your annual subscription by Direct Debit you will be unable to re-register to the Centre of your choice once you are within 10 days of your Club Membership expiry date.
Therefore to re-register to a Centre outside of the above dates, please call the Contact Centre on tel 01342 318 813 Monday to Friday between 0845 and 1730.
If you are registering to a Centre for the first time, this can be processed on the website in the normal way.
If you pay your annual subscription by Direct Debit you will be unable to re-register to the Centre of your choice once you are within 10 days of your Club Membership expiry date.
Therefore to re-register to a Centre outside of the above dates, please call the Contact Centre on tel 01342 318 813 Monday to Friday between 0845 and 1730.
If you are registering to a Centre for the first time, this can be processed on the website in the normal way.
Space For A Rally Chairman:
Rally Officers are reminded they must reserve a place for the Centre Chairman or his / her representative. E.g. if your rally limit is 30 vans, it is suggested that when you have received 29 bookings (you can create a waiting list), you contact the Centre Chairman to establish who has been nominated to Chair your rally. The Rally Chairman’s caravan should be sited next to the Rally Officers unless he / she requests to be sited elsewhere and should be signed CHAIRMAN with the sign provided. (Rally Chairs are decided at committee meetings for the following 2 months). Thank you. The Committee.
Multiple Rally Plaque Presentations:
Could ralliers who wish to have their Multiple (100, 200, 300 etc) Rally plaque presented at a certain rally please give the Rally Sec at least 1 months notice, this will enable him to pass the plaque to the relevant Rally Chairman. Thank you.
Sky Lanterns / Chinese Lanterns:
New guidance for use with Sky Lanterns or Chinese Lanterns have been released by Trading Standards. The code includes advice not to launch lanterns within 30 metres of trees or buildings, 100 metres of fields, power lines or haystacks and users must notify the authorities if they wish to launch within10 miles of airfields or by the coast. If you plan to use these lanterns on your rally please read the full code which is at: http://bit.ly/1uND9pl
The Committee.
The Committee.
Dry Waste:
Please can all ralliers be reminded that all dry waste should be taken home - this includes dog waste. Scoop that poop and take it with you! Thanks.
Rally Kit:
Please can all centre members take good care of rally kit. Try not to bend any signs and replace neatly in the bag for handover. If your flag is wet, please allow it to dry before repacking if possible. Thank you, the committee.
Booking A Rally:
To book a space on a Cheshire Centre rally please ensure that your booking form is filled in completely and sent to the rally officer along with your payment and SAE.
1. Include an SAE (the recent Wirral Country Park rally that had to be cancelled by the land owners caused the Rally Officers a great deal of additional work returning individual payments to ralliers as most booking didn't have an SAE).
2. Add the rally number on the rear of the cheque. Most of our Rally Officers organise multiple rallies through out the year and this will assist them greatly.
3. If you are paying rally fees for friends with one cheque, could you list the ralliers on the rear of the cheque, again this will assist our Rally Officers.
Thank you, the committee.
1. Include an SAE (the recent Wirral Country Park rally that had to be cancelled by the land owners caused the Rally Officers a great deal of additional work returning individual payments to ralliers as most booking didn't have an SAE).
2. Add the rally number on the rear of the cheque. Most of our Rally Officers organise multiple rallies through out the year and this will assist them greatly.
3. If you are paying rally fees for friends with one cheque, could you list the ralliers on the rear of the cheque, again this will assist our Rally Officers.
Thank you, the committee.
This Page Was Last Updated On 23 October 2021
