A question that tends to crop up time and time again is “which caravan club has the most sites?” There are plenty of little caravans clubs in the UK and Europe, but the main two are The Caravan and Motorhome Club and The Camping and Caravanning Club. So let’s take a look at which caravan club has the greatest variety of sites.
To answer this question, I’ll compare the two Clubs on these factors:
- The number of sites available
- The variety of the sites available
So let’s take a look at the sites available with each caravan club.
The Number Of Sites Available
Variety is the spice of life. That’s why I thought it would be good to compare the two main clubs on the number of sites they have, as well as how varied the sites are.
The Caravan and Motorhome Club own and manage approximately 200 main club sites in the UK. Furthermore, as a member of the Club, you will have access to over 2,500 certificated locations.
On the other hand, the Camping and Caravanning Club owns and manages 103 sites throughout the UK. As a member of the Camping and Caravanning Club, you will have access to approximately 1,550 certificated sites in the UK. Moreover, you will have access to over 150 Club-approved sites in Europe, as well as 15 Camping-in-the-forest sites.
While the Caravan and Motorhome Club have more sites, the Camping and Caravanning Club seemingly gives you access to a wider variety of sites. To find out whether this is true, I took a closer look at the site types to see what you can look forward to.
Caravan and Motorhome Club Sites
The Caravan and Motorhome Club own and manage around 200 sites across the UK, in areas and locations including Devon, East Anglia, Southern England, and Scotland.
The sites owned and managed by the Caravan and Motorhome Club normally have very high standards, with plenty of staff keeping sites spotless and helping holidayers with all their requests.
As well as the exemplary staff and fantastic views, sites owned and managed by the Club tend to have a lot of site amenities that aren’t found on most sites. For example, WiFi access, swimming pools, pubs, activities onsite or located nearby, and fishing ponds.
Let’s take a closer look at a Caravan and Motorhome Club site and see what you can expect. The picture above is taken of the Southland Caravan Club Site, in Sandown, Isle of Wight. This beautiful campsite is ideal for family holidays and has plenty of amenities that make it an ideal place to stay. Amenities include:
- WiFi
- Laundry facilities
- Motorhome service point
- Electric hook-up
- Gas
- Children’s play area
The campsite is also nearby to plenty of activities, including beautiful walks, cycling routes, and over 120 attractions a short walk or car journey from the site.
Of course, this is just one example of a Caravan and Motorhome Club site. Suffice to say, however, that many Club-owned sites will be of a similar standard to this one.
Caravan and Motorhome Certificated Locations (CL)
There are thousands of Certificated Locations available to members of the Caravan and Motorhome Club. Certificated Locations are privately-owned, relatively small sites for caravans, folding campers and trailer tents across the UK.
Certificated Locations are relatively cheap and can be found across the entirety of the UK. Sites are exclusively for the use of Club members, and the sites have to meet the high standards set out by the Club to be certificated.
Every CL must have the following:
- Emptying point for waste
- Drinking water supply
- Bin for dry rubbish
- Public liability insurance cover
Some sites will also offer electrical hook-ups, gas, showers, and toilets. However, owners of the sites don’t have to provide these amenities. Let’s take a look at one of these sites to see what you can expect.
Pictured above is Toynes House, a quaint site located in Fowey, Cornwall. As with all Certificated Locations, this campsite allows for 5 caravans at any given time and has all the basic amenities required by the Caravan and Motorhome Club.
As well as the facilities required by the Club, the site also offers:
- Electrical hook-up
- Battery charging
Nearby, there are plenty of activities to partake in, such as scenic countryside walks. There are also a range of attractions nearby, including the Charlestown sailing port, the Carlyon Bay golf course, and the Eden project.
Camping and Caravanning Club Sites
The Camping and Caravanning Club run and manage 103 sites across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
As with the Caravan and Motorhome Club sites, the Camping and Caravanning Club sites are maintained to a high standard. There are always staff on hand if you ever need any assistance.
Club-owned sites usually have several amenities that you won’t find on smaller sites. For example, most Club-owned sites will include some, if not all, of the following:
- Toilets
- Showers
- WiFi
- Walking areas
- Shop
- Electric hook-up
- Battery charging facilities
- Laundrette area
- TV room
- Children’s play area
Let’s take a closer look at one of the Camping and Caravanning Club’s sites to see what you can expect.
The Boroughbridge Camping and Caravanning Club site is a beautiful site located on the River Ure, not far from York. The site is well-placed for the multitude of activities available across the York region and North Yorkshire.
The site has all the amenities listed above, so it’s the ideal campsite for families. There’s plenty to do for the entire family, with a TV room, children’s play area, several relaxing walks, and a public house mere minutes away.
It’s also worth noting that this site, and many other Camping and Caravanning Club sites, accepts all of the following:
- Caravans
- Motorhomes
- Tents
- Trailer tents
- Folding campers
This is notable because some Caravan and Motorhome Club sites only accept caravans and motorhomes. So if you have one of the other units, such as a trailer tent, the Camping and Caravanning Club sites could be best for you.
Camping and Caravanning Club Certificated Sites
The Camping and Caravanning Club have a network of over 1,550 small sites across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland available exclusively to their members. The Camping and Caravanning Club’s Certificated Sites only accommodate up to 5 caravans or motorhomes and up to 10 tents at any one time, so these member-only sites are perfect for quiet weekend getaways!
Certificated Sites are much smaller than your average site, which means there are typically fewer facilities and amenities available on-site. However, every single site is inspected by a C&CC site officer every year to ensure all sites are up to standard. It’s also worth mentioning that staying at one of these sites can cost as little as £10 per night!
Every Certificated Site will the following available:
- Dustbin
- Drinking water supply
- Chemical deposit point
Some sites will have additional facilities, such as electric hook-ups. However, these are not required by the Camping and Caravanning Club’s regulations.
Let’s take a look at an example of a Certificated Site and see what you can expect.
The Sandringham site is a beautiful location to stay, located within the grounds of the Royal estate. Despite being located close to a popular tourist spot, this campsite is both quaint and quiet all year round.
As well as the necessary amenities mentioned above, this site also has the following facilities:
- Dishwashing facilities
- Electric hook-up pitches
- WiFi
Because of the site’s location within the Royal grounds, there is plenty to explore. If you enjoy a scenic walk or two, this site is absolutely perfect. It goes without saying that exploring the gardens and woodland that make up the estate makes for a beautiful day out.
Camping and Caravanning Club Camping In The Forest Sites
Camping and Caravanning Club members can stay at 15 beautiful campsites located in forests across England and Scotland, thanks to the Club’s partnership with Forestry Locations.
Club members receive a 15% discount when stopping at these sites all year round. The pitch prices differ greatly between sites because some are larger campsites with plenty of facilities, whereas others are more stripped back, similar to Certificated Sites.
Let’s take a closer look at one of the several sites located in The New Forest. This is one of the larger Camping in the Forest sites, as it has 600 pitches.
The Holmsley site is one of the most popular Camping in the Forest campsites. The campsite is surrounded by beautiful woodland – as you’d expect from a Camping in the Forest site. It’s a stunning location perfect for family camping holidays.
The site has plenty of facilities, including:
- Toilets
- Shower facilities
- Grocery store
- Chemical disposal point
- Laundry facilities
- Battery charging facility
- Play area
This campsite has plenty of facilities and amenities, which cannot be said of all the sites that make up the Camping in the Forest group. However, this is one of the sites that accepts all of the following units:
- Caravans
- Motorhomes
- Tents
- Trailer tents
- Folding campers
