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Jan Pereira:
It is with deep sadness that the Caravan and Motorhome Club have to announce the passing of Jan Pereira, Jan sadly passed away yesterday (16 August 2018).
I know that many of you will have had many dealings with Jan in the past, and she has helped you over the years. Unfortunately Jan had been ill for a while but she was able to return home to be with all her family for her final days.
Until her retirement two years ago, Jan had worked at the Club for 24 years, for most of that time as Divisions, Regions and Centres Secretary, where she reported to the three previous Executive Secretaries.
I am sure that everyone who knew Jan will have their own memories of a very special lady.
It is with deep sadness that the Caravan and Motorhome Club have to announce the passing of Jan Pereira, Jan sadly passed away yesterday (16 August 2018).
I know that many of you will have had many dealings with Jan in the past, and she has helped you over the years. Unfortunately Jan had been ill for a while but she was able to return home to be with all her family for her final days.
Until her retirement two years ago, Jan had worked at the Club for 24 years, for most of that time as Divisions, Regions and Centres Secretary, where she reported to the three previous Executive Secretaries.
I am sure that everyone who knew Jan will have their own memories of a very special lady.
First Aid On A Rally Field:
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. Ralliers who may need assistance look out for the sign to the right.
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. Ralliers who may need assistance look out for the sign to the right.
Bike It At Burton, 7 - 9 September 2018, 36.4:
The Rally Officers are looking for some more support at their bike it at Burton rally. If you fancy lovely scenery overlooking the Welsh hills, a bike ride along dedicated cycle paths, real ale pubs or bird watching then this rally is for you. Please contact Jim Scragg as soon as possible, his details are on page 41 of the rally brochure.
The Rally Officers are looking for some more support at their bike it at Burton rally. If you fancy lovely scenery overlooking the Welsh hills, a bike ride along dedicated cycle paths, real ale pubs or bird watching then this rally is for you. Please contact Jim Scragg as soon as possible, his details are on page 41 of the rally brochure.
Newsletter:
The next edition of the Newsletter will be out for the AGM rally; the cut off date for items to be included is 31 August 2018. Can you send your articles (rally reports, thanks, funny stories, recipes etc) to Barry Chesterson newsletter@cheshirecentre.co.uk
The next edition of the Newsletter will be out for the AGM rally; the cut off date for items to be included is 31 August 2018. Can you send your articles (rally reports, thanks, funny stories, recipes etc) to Barry Chesterson newsletter@cheshirecentre.co.uk
Senior Committee Nominations:
The following committee nominations have been received for the senior committee as of 8 August 2018. To view the committee's resumes you need to log into the secure page. You can use your current credentials to view the information, or you can request a new account.
Chairman:
Andy Gibbs, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Vice Chairman:
Paul Bedworth, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Secretary:
Glenis Chesterson, nomination received 7 August 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Treasurer:
Sandra Bowler, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Rally Secretary:
Rob Daniels, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Committee:
Paul Bowler, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Sue Williams, nomination received 10 July 2018
Pete Taylor, nomination received 26 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Barry Chesterson, nomination received 7 August 2018. Click here to read the resume.
The following committee nominations have been received for the senior committee as of 8 August 2018. To view the committee's resumes you need to log into the secure page. You can use your current credentials to view the information, or you can request a new account.
Chairman:
Andy Gibbs, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Vice Chairman:
Paul Bedworth, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Secretary:
Glenis Chesterson, nomination received 7 August 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Treasurer:
Sandra Bowler, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Rally Secretary:
Rob Daniels, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Committee:
Paul Bowler, nomination received 10 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Sue Williams, nomination received 10 July 2018
Pete Taylor, nomination received 26 July 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Barry Chesterson, nomination received 7 August 2018. Click here to read the resume.
Junior Committee Nominations:
The following committee nominations have been received for the junior committee as of 5 August 2018.
Vice Chairman:
Finlay Geraghty, nomination received 4 August 2018.
Jacob Geraghty, nomination received 4 August 2018.
Treasurer:
Finlay Geraghty, nomination received 4 August 2018.
The following committee nominations have been received for the junior committee as of 5 August 2018.
Vice Chairman:
Finlay Geraghty, nomination received 4 August 2018.
Jacob Geraghty, nomination received 4 August 2018.
Treasurer:
Finlay Geraghty, nomination received 4 August 2018.
2018 Cheshire Centre Brochure:
Version 15 is now available to download on the Latest Rally Brochure Page.
Version 15 is now available to download on the Latest Rally Brochure Page.
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. Thank you.
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. Thank you.
2019 Rally Write Up Form:
To comply with GDPR regulations we will be asking for your permission to publish personal details in the rally handbook. The book is distributed electronically to members as you know and is available for download from the website only to those who have a username / password. In addition we print approximately 300 paper copies each year.
A permission request has be added to the new version of the rally write up form so please be sure to use the latest version of the form when submitting your write ups. Click here for the form.
To comply with GDPR regulations we will be asking for your permission to publish personal details in the rally handbook. The book is distributed electronically to members as you know and is available for download from the website only to those who have a username / password. In addition we print approximately 300 paper copies each year.
A permission request has be added to the new version of the rally write up form so please be sure to use the latest version of the form when submitting your write ups. Click here for the form.
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.
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.
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.
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.
AGM / Committee:
Have you thought of joining the committee? New committee members are welcome and nominations are now being encouraged. If you think you have what it takes to become a committee member, complete your nomination form (available online and in the rally handbook), make sure the Centre Secretary receives it no later than 2 pm on 14th September 2018.
Have you thought of joining the committee? New committee members are welcome and nominations are now being encouraged. If you think you have what it takes to become a committee member, complete your nomination form (available online and in the rally handbook), make sure the Centre Secretary receives it no later than 2 pm on 14th September 2018.
General Information Reminder:
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.
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.
The New Drone Code:
As of the 30 July 2018 there will be a new drone code, to assist ralliers please have a read below, and keep everyone safe.
As of the 30 July 2018 there will be a new drone code, to assist ralliers please have a read below, and keep everyone safe.
Drone Code
Travelling In France:
With the centre organising 3 holiday rallies in France, ralliers should be aware of changes in the law while driving in France.
There is now a requirement for an air quality certificate (Crit'Air) for travelling in parts of France. For further information please check: https://www.certificat-air.gouv.fr/en/
There will be a reduction in the speed limit on two lane roads, click here for further information.
With the centre organising 3 holiday rallies in France, ralliers should be aware of changes in the law while driving in France.
There is now a requirement for an air quality certificate (Crit'Air) for travelling in parts of France. For further information please check: https://www.certificat-air.gouv.fr/en/
There will be a reduction in the speed limit on two lane roads, click here for further information.
Other Centres:
Would you like to see another centre's rally book? Centre Secretary, Glenis Chesterson, now has a wide selection of other centre's books, please contact her if you would like a look at any secretary@cheshirecentre.co.uk
Would you like to see another centre's rally book? Centre Secretary, Glenis Chesterson, now has a wide selection of other centre's books, please contact her if you would like a look at any secretary@cheshirecentre.co.uk
2018 Rally Officer Gifts:
The 2018 Rally Officer gift is a pair of mugs, (see right) .
However, Rally Officers can chose from previous years gifts, old style black folders x 4, new style book covers x 9, coasters x 3 sets and aprons x 8.
Please contact Sue Williams at least 1 month before your rally if you would prefer a previous years gift.
The 2018 Rally Officer gift is a pair of mugs, (see right) .
However, Rally Officers can chose from previous years gifts, old style black folders x 4, new style book covers x 9, coasters x 3 sets and aprons x 8.
Please contact Sue Williams at least 1 month before your rally if you would prefer a previous years gift.
New Mersey Crossing:
For those ralliers who don't know, there is a new Mersey Crossing opening in October 2017. It will be a new six lane toll bridge over the Mersey between the towns of Runcorn and Widnes and will open to relieve the congested and ageing Silver Jubilee Bridge.
The part ralliers need to be aware of is that both the new Mersey Gateway Bridge and the Silver Jubilee Bridge will be tolled, (they will be free for eligible Halton residents to cross providing they have registered with merseyflow).
To help plan your journey or for further information please click here.
For those ralliers who don't know, there is a new Mersey Crossing opening in October 2017. It will be a new six lane toll bridge over the Mersey between the towns of Runcorn and Widnes and will open to relieve the congested and ageing Silver Jubilee Bridge.
The part ralliers need to be aware of is that both the new Mersey Gateway Bridge and the Silver Jubilee Bridge will be tolled, (they will be free for eligible Halton residents to cross providing they have registered with merseyflow).
To help plan your journey or for further information please click here.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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