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Old 20th May 2020, 13:48   #21
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Have you shares in a testing lab

For how long would the test result be valid for? Really need an "at point of entry test "and then be isolated until you have the result.

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For sure it’s not perfect and I can see how it can be flawed in being exposed to the virus after having a negative test. Great point, thank you The airlines here stipulate how the negative result is obtained, within 3 days before the departure date and the passenger has to undergo thermal scanning at the airport checkin. Any high temp would exclude the passenger from flying.
The other thing which is mandatory is wearing face masks. Is it mandatory in the UK? would the campers be going around the caravan site wearing face masks, or would they not bother if it was voluntary?
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Old 23rd May 2020, 22:01   #22
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For sure it’s not perfect and I can see how it can be flawed in being exposed to the virus after having a negative test. Great point, thank you The airlines here stipulate how the negative result is obtained, within 3 days before the departure date and the passenger has to undergo thermal scanning at the airport checkin. Any high temp would exclude the passenger from flying.
The other thing which is mandatory is wearing face masks. Is it mandatory in the UK? would the campers be going around the caravan site wearing face masks, or would they not bother if it was voluntary?
masks not mandatory but I don't know if mandatory on public transport

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Old 24th May 2020, 11:53   #23
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I've recently been in touch with three different caravan/camp sites (two independents and one Camping & Caravanning Club site) to cancel my Summer 2020 booking. It's interesting that all three have similar thoughts as to their hopes for re-opening.
They are hopeful that their sites will be included under the umbrella of "hospitality businesses" and as such, they see a possible relaxing of restriction from early July.
Some of their planning includes:-
  • Restricting pitches use to "every other one", thus creating a wider gap between units.
  • It will be impossible to open the usual facilities blocks, so visitors will be totally dependant on their own on-board facilities.
  • This means that tent camping will be nigh on impossible, unless the campers have a toilet tent etc. - and I've seen very, very few of those
  • Providing hand wash stations with antiseptic available
  • On site offices/small shops will remain closed.
The areas which will be difficult to monitor/make safe include:
  • Waste disposal - both grey water and chemical toilet - most sites have only one disposal facility, so there would be multi-use there.
  • Similarly, fresh water access will still be needed, probably with extra usage to cater for people's on-board showers etc.
  • Children's play areas - may well have to be cordoned off - difficult to monitor that one!
Of course, the biggest problem will be getting people to accept the situation and comply with the rules. You only have to look at what has been happening in the South West in the past few days to see how selfish some people can be. Regrettably, past experience tells me that some of the caravan/camping/motorhome fraternity are no better - you have only to see how they ignore on-site dog & noise rules.
The Camping & Caravanning Club have already said they will discourage long journey plans, and push people towards using sites close to home.

Personally, I've given up on 2020 - the 'van will be unused (unless we decide to spend a few nights in it on the drive ) until 2021. You know who's law will dictate that this Summer will be one of the best (weatherwise that is) for some years.

Of course - it's all theory/guesswork anyway - no-one knows what the state of play will be in 4 - 6 weeks' time.
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Old 24th May 2020, 14:49   #24
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I've recently been in touch with three different caravan/camp sites (two independents and one Camping & Caravanning Club site) to cancel my Summer 2020 booking. It's interesting that all three have similar thoughts as to their hopes for re-opening.
They are hopeful that their sites will be included under the umbrella of "hospitality businesses" and as such, they see a possible relaxing of restriction from early July.
Some of their planning includes:-
  • Restricting pitches use to "every other one", thus creating a wider gap between units.
  • It will be impossible to open the usual facilities blocks, so visitors will be totally dependant on their own on-board facilities.
  • This means that tent camping will be nigh on impossible, unless the campers have a toilet tent etc. - and I've seen very, very few of those
  • Providing hand wash stations with antiseptic available
  • On site offices/small shops will remain closed.
The areas which will be difficult to monitor/make safe include:
  • Waste disposal - both grey water and chemical toilet - most sites have only one disposal facility, so there would be multi-use there.
  • Similarly, fresh water access will still be needed, probably with extra usage to cater for people's on-board showers etc.
  • Children's play areas - may well have to be cordoned off - difficult to monitor that one!
Of course, the biggest problem will be getting people to accept the situation and comply with the rules. You only have to look at what has been happening in the South West in the past few days to see how selfish some people can be. Regrettably, past experience tells me that some of the caravan/camping/motorhome fraternity are no better - you have only to see how they ignore on-site dog & noise rules.
The Camping & Caravanning Club have already said they will discourage long journey plans, and push people towards using sites close to home.

Personally, I've given up on 2020 - the 'van will be unused (unless we decide to spend a few nights in it on the drive ) until 2021. You know who's law will dictate that this Summer will be one of the best (weatherwise that is) for some years.

Of course - it's all theory/guesswork anyway - no-one knows what the state of play will be in 4 - 6 weeks' time.
I've still a few contacts in the leisure industry and the general feeling is for a July reopening of some sort and this includes the Haven holiday parks..
But all dependent on the containment of the virus..
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Old 24th May 2020, 17:20   #25
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I've still a few contacts in the leisure industry and the general feeling is for a July reopening of some sort and this includes the Haven holiday parks..
But all dependent on the containment of the virus..
A fortnight's time and I would have been heading in your general direction Ian. I was booked into Charmouth, near Lyme Regis for a fortnight - alas it's not to be.
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Old 26th May 2020, 19:05   #26
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Much as I would love to get away for a break I think it’s far too early to be opening up sites. I’m prepared to wait until next year if necessary to ensure my family’s safety.
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