The meeting took place at the Motorhome and Caravan Show in October. Tim Booth, who works for the NaVCIS, held a talk in the Club Stand’s Campitheatre where Bernard and Gillian Wright were able to meet him and share their story to listeners. The couple expressed their excitement of picking up their recovered unit and how upset they had been by the loss. Their biggest advice was to make sure you insure your caravan and register as the keeper.

Bernard and Gillian purchased their caravan in 2019 but by the time they had packed it up for its first outing it had been stolen, before any insurance was set up. The theft was reported to the police and CRiS and recorded with Ian at the NaVCIS. In September 2023, officers from the Garda examined a caravan in County Wicklow and contacted Ian to help identify it.

Ian said: “I was able to speak with Mr Wright and found he had made a unique alteration to his caravan while he owned it, and that alteration was found on this caravan – it was his.”

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20% OFF AT THE INTREPID EXPLORER

Save space with The Intrepid Explorer’s lightweight and eco-friendly hair and body wash, insect repellent and sunscreen.

They’re designed to give you extra comfort and protection, while not taking up much storage space.

Go to the discounts page for more information and the terms and conditions.

LIFESTYLE

20% OFF AT POSTMAN POOCH

Spoil your four-legged friend with Postman Pooch’s 20 per cent off its hand-picked birthday gifts, including coats, beds, toys and treats for them to enjoy, delivered straight to your door.

Go to the discounts page for the discount code to use at checkout  for your saving. Terms and conditions apply.

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15% OFF AT MOUNTAIN WAREHOUSE

Become the trendiest camper on site by using Mountain Warehouse’s exclusive offer to all Club members.

There is a choice of outdoor equipment for all occasions, including hiking, camping, cycling or fitness.

You can claim a 15 per cent discount when shopping online by using the code or showing your membership card at checkout when shopping in store. Terms and conditions apply, visit the discounts page to find out more.

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20% OFF AT HOT DOT LASER

Save money on your gifts when you spend more than £20 at Hot Dot Laser, which supplies a range of personalised camping and regular everyday items for all kinds of occasions.

Homeware, Christmas, wedding and leisure products are all available to purchase from the online store.

To claim the exclusive Club member offer, just enter the discount code at checkout. Visit  the discounts page for the terms and conditions.

To celebrate, it hosted HM The King’s Lord Lieutenant who presented the award at the Purple Line Limited head office in Wherstead, Suffolk in October.

The King’s Awards for Enterprise are awarded to businesses for outstanding achievement in four categories: International Trade, Innovation, Sustainable Development and Promoting Opportunity (through social mobility). Purple Line is one of 148 organisations to be recognised with the award.

The company’s maintenance team has been addressing issues as they arise to ensure play parks on Club Sites are safe and enjoyable for all visitors.

The Club remains committed to ensuring the long-term sustainability of our play parks. At Winchcombe, a trial artificial grass play surface has been installed. It is made from fully recycled
materials and is completely repairable.

The launch comes after the Danish brand experienced an unfortunate hack on its Facebook account in the summer and their original page can’t be recovered.

Outwell prides itself on its strong online community so is keen to re-establish and rebuild those connections and welcome new members through its new Facebook page.

The company’s Clive Garrett said: “The Outwell community is a big part of who we are.

“We’re really looking forward to rebuilding strong connections with all of you — sharing exciting news, competitions, and, of course, all your #outwellmoments.

“With your help Outwell will come back stronger from this challenge.”

The large campsite can accommodate up to 175 tents, caravans and motorhomes and features a café and shop. It boasts impressive eco-credentials and features solar water heating, rainwater harvesting for flushing toilets, and recycled glass insulation beneath the washrooms.

It’s in a fantastic location that offers a wide variety of attractions, activities and scenic countryside, and has excellent transport links.

Sabina Voysey, Director General, said: “We’re really excited to acquire Thornton’s Holt, to build on the fantastic business that Polly and Simon have created and to strengthen our Club Site network.

“We’re delighted to have received the keys to Thornton’s Holt and look forward to raising the barrier for the first time as a Club Site during the 2024 season, when we will be ready to welcome existing and new campers to this lovely campsite.”

Polly and Simon said: “We were really keen to ensureThornton’s Holt continued to be a touring site that provided a warm welcome to our customers, and we felt The Camping and Caravanning Club would be the perfect organisation to take our legacy forward – it’s a fairytale ending for us.

“Our customers will still be able to enjoy their holidays here, which many of them see as their second home, and that’s really important to us.

“We wish the Club every success for the future.”

The Club took ownership of Thornton’s Holt on 1 November, and the campsite is temporarily closed for refurbishment work to begin its transition to a Club Site. It is scheduled to reopen early in the next camping season when it will be renamed Nottingham Club Site.

Find out more here.

Whether you are completely new to owning a caravan or motorhome, or just want to brush up on your skills, there is a course for you.

Confidence Builder
Perfect for new caravanners or those who want to brush up on the basics, the Confidence Builder course will teach you how to load, level, hitch and unhitch your caravan safely. You will also have a classroom session where you’ll learn the legalities around towing, and a one-to-one on the road driving session with an instructor. Members receive a £25 discount bringing the price down to £170.
Course dates: 16 and 17 March; 1, 13 and 14 April; 11 and 12 May; 24, 25 and 26 August

Pitch & Progress
Designed for experienced caravanners, or those who have completed the Confidence Builder course, the Pitch & Progress course will help you take your skills to the next level. On this course you will learn about hill starts, narrow roads, and motorway or dual carriageway driving alongside some off-road exercises. You will also have a one-to-one on-the-road session with an instructor. Members receive a £25 discount, bringing the price down to £190.
Course dates: 24 and 25 February; 23 and 24 March; 20 and 21 April; 1 and 2 June

Two-Day Course
This Two-Day course covers everything you need to know about towing and pitching
confidently. Taking place over a weekend, you will take part in the Confidence Builder
course on the Saturday, and the Pitch & Progress course on the Sunday. Members receive a £50 discount, bringing the price down to £360. You will also receive a 25 per cent discount on a pitch at nearby Kingsbury Club Site.
Course dates: 2-3 and 30-31 March; 27-28 April; 27-28 July; 10-11 August

Motorhome Manoeuvres
Aimed at both new and experienced motorhome owners, the Motorhome Manoeuvres
course covers all the implications of driving a larger vehicle. On this course, you will learn how to load and reverse your motorhome confidently and have a one-to-one on-the-road session with an instructor. Members receive a £25 discount, bringing the price down to £175.
Course dates: 9 and 10 March; 4, 5 and 6 May; 28-29 September

For more information, or to book and secure your 2024 place, visit the Club's website,
or call 024 7767 2797.

Sales of used motorhomes and caravans are up more than 40 per cent versus last year, while campervans have seen a small drop.

Those looking to buy may feel this increase in demand, with the average cost of used motorhomes and campervans up on last year. Pre-owned motorhomes are now priced 42 per cent higher than pre-pandemic levels, with campervans surging to 44 per cent higher. Used caravan prices have remained steady, with a two per cent decrease versus last year.

The alliance aims to give insight into the experience of EV charging for disabled drivers, their families, and caregivers. It will mean Motability Scheme EV drivers will be able to use any of Osprey’s 750 charging points across Great Britain. Users can then pay and review the charging locations against accessibility criteria in the Motability Go Charge App.

CEO of Osprey Charging, Ian Johnston said: “We look forward to seeing the feedback from drivers, which will help us continue to set the bar for inclusivity and user-friendly charging for all.”

10% OFF AUTOSOCK DIRECT

UNIT MAINTENANCE & ACCESSORIES

Feel safer on the road during the winter months by taking advantage of ten per cent off at Autosock Direct. Give your wheels the extra grip they need by fitting the snow socks to your vehicle’s driving wheels. Go to  the discounts page for the code to enter at checkout when ordering.

8% OFF ALL RANGES AT HALFORDS

OUTDOOR CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT

Take advantage of a Club member exclusive offer from automotive and cycling products retailer Halfords to save eight per cent across its ranges in more than 400 stores around the
UK. To claim your discount, print the voucher to take into store.
Visit the discounts page to find out more.

15% OFF AT MILLETS

OUTDOOR CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT

Get your new winter gear from Millets, where Club members benefit from 15 per cent off Discount Card prices, all year round. Use this offer on outdoor equipment, clothing and footwear, with products available for all ages. Simply show your membership card in store or enter the code online, which you can find on the discounts page.

15% OFF AT COTSWOLD OUTDOORS

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Club members can make the most of Cotswold Outdoor’s 15 per cent discount off purchases both online and across its nationwide stores. Take your pick from its vast choice of outdoor equipment and clothing. To claim your discount, show your membership card in store, or visit the discounts page to redeem your online code and find out more about the offer.