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Junior Rally 2020 - This Is The Greatest Show!, 3 - 5 July 2020, 27.2:
It is with great disappointment that we have made the decision to cancel this years Junior Rally. This is the Greatest Show 3rd - 5th July. We have made the decision based on current government advice on social distancing measures which are likely to still be in force at this time. The good news is that we have rebooked for July 2021 and hope to see you all there. Unless you contact me to ask for your cheque to be returned by31st May, I will shred all cheques.
Thanks both, hope you are staying safe and not too stir crazy. Judith
It is with great disappointment that we have made the decision to cancel this years Junior Rally. This is the Greatest Show 3rd - 5th July. We have made the decision based on current government advice on social distancing measures which are likely to still be in force at this time. The good news is that we have rebooked for July 2021 and hope to see you all there. Unless you contact me to ask for your cheque to be returned by31st May, I will shred all cheques.
Thanks both, hope you are staying safe and not too stir crazy. Judith
Mersey Gateway Bridge:
Back in February, whilst returning from a centre rally at Southport, I found myself crossing the River Mersey on the Mersey Gateway Bridge. So on getting home I logged onto the MerseyFlow web site and paid my £6.00 toll as a Class 3 Vehicle (My Motorhome weighs 4 ton).
Later on, looking through the MerseyFlow web site, I found out that, as a Motorhome, I should only have paid £2.00 as a Class 2 Vehicle.
I then complained to MerseyFlow, and my complaint was rejected, as they said that as my vehicle was over 3.5 ton, it was a Class 3 vehicle.
The outcome was I escalated my complaint through to the Mersey Gateway Crossing Board, who accepted that my vehicle was a Motor Home and should have been charged as a Class 2, blaming the complexity of the system, that classifies the vehicle by weight if it does not recognise the vehicle as a Motorhome.
They have stated that they are addressing the problem to ensure that it does not happen again.
If any member, diving a large Motorhome over the crossing has been, or is charged as a Class 3 vehicle (Currently £6.00), they should complain to MerseyFlow, as they have likely been overcharged.
Peter Beeston
Back in February, whilst returning from a centre rally at Southport, I found myself crossing the River Mersey on the Mersey Gateway Bridge. So on getting home I logged onto the MerseyFlow web site and paid my £6.00 toll as a Class 3 Vehicle (My Motorhome weighs 4 ton).
Later on, looking through the MerseyFlow web site, I found out that, as a Motorhome, I should only have paid £2.00 as a Class 2 Vehicle.
I then complained to MerseyFlow, and my complaint was rejected, as they said that as my vehicle was over 3.5 ton, it was a Class 3 vehicle.
The outcome was I escalated my complaint through to the Mersey Gateway Crossing Board, who accepted that my vehicle was a Motor Home and should have been charged as a Class 2, blaming the complexity of the system, that classifies the vehicle by weight if it does not recognise the vehicle as a Motorhome.
They have stated that they are addressing the problem to ensure that it does not happen again.
If any member, diving a large Motorhome over the crossing has been, or is charged as a Class 3 vehicle (Currently £6.00), they should complain to MerseyFlow, as they have likely been overcharged.
Peter Beeston
2020 Rallies:
Following Monday’s announcement from the Prime Minister that everyone should avoid non-essential travel and avoid gatherings in crowded places, and having spoken to the committee, who are in full agreement, that there needs to be a suspension of all centre activities until Government advice changes.
Following Monday’s announcement from the Prime Minister that everyone should avoid non-essential travel and avoid gatherings in crowded places, and having spoken to the committee, who are in full agreement, that there needs to be a suspension of all centre activities until Government advice changes.
Andy Gibbs
Chairman
Cheshire Centre
Chairman
Cheshire Centre
Cheshire Centre 2020 Rally Brochure V2:
Version 2 of the electronic 2020 Rally Brochure is now available to download via the centre's Secure Page.
The physical handbook is now available for purchase on the rally field for £1 per book. All committee members have copies for sale. If you require a rally brochure sent via surface mail please send a cheque for £2.35 (£1 for the book plus £1.35 for package and postage) made payable to the "The Caravan Club Cheshire Centre" to the Secretary or Chairman.
Version 2 of the electronic 2020 Rally Brochure is now available to download via the centre's Secure Page.
The physical handbook is now available for purchase on the rally field for £1 per book. All committee members have copies for sale. If you require a rally brochure sent via surface mail please send a cheque for £2.35 (£1 for the book plus £1.35 for package and postage) made payable to the "The Caravan Club Cheshire Centre" to the Secretary or Chairman.
St Andrew’s Dancing at Cranage Village Hall, 27 - 29 November 2020, 19.1:
Rally 19.1 Mouldsworth has moved to Cranage on week 48 (27th - 29th November) with a new Rally Officer team lead by Martyn and Nicola Shaw. Join them in tartan to celebrate St Andrew's day with dancing and a small Scottish supper. Contact Martyn by email: martynshaw@cheshirecentre.co.uk
Rally 19.1 Mouldsworth has moved to Cranage on week 48 (27th - 29th November) with a new Rally Officer team lead by Martyn and Nicola Shaw. Join them in tartan to celebrate St Andrew's day with dancing and a small Scottish supper. Contact Martyn by email: martynshaw@cheshirecentre.co.uk
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 70 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 and exercised around the perimeter of the field.
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:
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 14 May 2020