paulmold Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 I just can't get it to work,map disappears when you spread it to enlarge. CLs just take an eternity to load, simply unusable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frederic Posted September 28, 2022 Share Posted September 28, 2022 Just done a 7 site tour with no real probs. But a return of the week blocks of area locations availability eg Scotland would be nice frederic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip M Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 I only use their website on my laptop to find CLs and I have to say I think their recent update is utterly appalling. The navigation is clunky, they've removed site guide prices, there's no lat/long or grid ref. any more, all the site reviews have been taken down and you can no longer search for sites without EHUs. How these idiots can think this is an improvement I really can't understand. They're an arrogant shower and if it wasn't for their control over CLs which I do want to use I frankly wouldn't bother with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulmold Posted September 29, 2022 Author Share Posted September 29, 2022 Glad I'm not alone . I can't get the map to move without it disappearing altogether. The whole thing takes an eternity to do anything. I now use searchforsites and contact CLs direct, but I can see me using C&CC more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip M Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 I've not come across searchforsites, do they include all CAMC/CCC sites? If so it would be a pleasure to dump cmac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david lloyd Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 Used to be able to put your dates in and search all sites available - now I have to put in a location which returns a site if there is one! Out of curiosity looked at sites over Christmas and most are full. Surprisingly, I could get in at York Rowntree Park but it would cost me £48 a night - maybe that’s why it’s not fully booked as usual? Have to agree with Philip M - it’s dreadful considering the amount of money this ‘upgrade’ would have cost - we are using CL’s more and more and the excellent Temporary Holiday Sites organised by the C&CC but there are not enough them, more the pity. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithl Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 You can select C&CC, C&MC or CL's or CS's on the campsite finder on OAL https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/campsites/campsite-finder/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip M Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 Thanks Keithl, that's very useful, I'll investigate that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arthur49 Posted September 29, 2022 Share Posted September 29, 2022 2 hours ago, Philip M said: I've not come across searchforsites, do they include all CAMC/CCC sites? If so it would be a pleasure to dump cmac. Yes. https://www.searchforsites.co.uk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulmold Posted September 29, 2022 Author Share Posted September 29, 2022 2 hours ago, Philip M said: I've not come across searchforsites, do they include all CAMC/CCC sites? If so it would be a pleasure to dump cmac. Yes as well as independent sites, CLs and CSs ,pubs that allow overnights, motorhome stopovers with or without facilities. You would still have to book CAMC sites through that website or the call centre. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip M Posted September 30, 2022 Share Posted September 30, 2022 Thanks to all for the information. I've now downloaded the Searchfor sites app, and I have to say it's very impressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snail Posted October 1, 2022 Share Posted October 1, 2022 On 9/29/2022 at 5:18 PM, Keithl said: You can select C&CC, C&MC or CL's or CS's on the campsite finder on OAL https://www.outandaboutlive.co.uk/campsites/campsite-finder/ Just tried it my local area did advanced search for cl and cs sites none listed but there are loads? Am I doing something wrong or is it not any good for this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip M Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 Having had a good look at the searchforasite (sfas) app, I'll certainly be using it for future trips. Since the c&cc don't show phone numbers unless you're a member and camc now give neither address nor phone number to non members, I wondered how sfas gather their comprehensive information - I can't see either of the clubs cooperating. Also now cmac have withdrawn prices, reviews, directions etc. if it will impact sfas. Any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulmold Posted October 2, 2022 Author Share Posted October 2, 2022 As regards prices, I always update entries after contacting the sites and put a review on. You can update any anomalies you notice. I used the free version of s4s for around 5 years before paying the nominal £5 for advanced info , wish I'd done it earlier, it gives autogas locations as well as much more info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hollies Dad Posted October 3, 2022 Share Posted October 3, 2022 I thought it was me, but yes the new CAMC booking “experience” is indeed a nightmare. In reply to a complaint, they told me all “site directions and reviews were on the “Site information” tab…or just click on the “Map” tab” Not sure if they’ve actually used the website themselves, but I did eventually find site information and reviews by selecting the “UK Holidays” tab near the top of the page, go down the page and pick your way through club or CL sites, county, places etc (no search facility!”). Don’t use their “useful links” planning your journey, it just takes you to Google maps, and most sites tell you not to use sat-nav or the likes for final approaches! “searchforsites” is the easiest way to find any CAMC Club or CL site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peedee Posted October 4, 2022 Share Posted October 4, 2022 Depends on what devices you are using as to how good or bad it is. The Android App on small screen devices is useless but it is reported to be ok on Apple devices. The web site works ok on Windows laptops and desktops but as noted above there is lots of missing information from the new pages. It is still availabale on the old pages and I expect it to migrated to the new ones, hopefully sometime soon? peedee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hja Posted October 11, 2022 Share Posted October 11, 2022 It is worth reading the posts on the CAMC forum. There are several threads and must total at least 1500 posts. At least 80% are critical. It was not fit for purpose when launched and although it has improved it still does not have the functionality of the old site. The only way to find prices, directions etc, or even pitch surface, of CLs is by searching by the individual name of the site, which takes you to the old pages. The search facility map is cumbersome. The CL filter (when you find it) no longer includes some criteria and you have to include Club sites in your search! And there is no link from the summary info at the map stage to the full page which there used to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DickB Posted October 14, 2022 Share Posted October 14, 2022 More gripes on this site which haven't been resolved. The app only works online which is a major failing. There is no facility to designate "favourites". On numerous sites EHU is reported as available but the amperage is 0! No answer yet which is correct. No ability to set a radius from a selected point to search. Clearly there has been inadequate consultation with users and testing. Dick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Tyke Posted October 15, 2022 Share Posted October 15, 2022 Just tried the new App on my Android phone and seems to work better than the old app. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyishuk Posted October 20, 2022 Share Posted October 20, 2022 Typical design by persons unfamiliar with the subject and required data handling by average user. Built by another team with no knowledge of subject. Not initial tests by user group. No soak testing by “Try the new site” whilst still having the old, but functional site working. Signed off by the office junior, now promoted to IT manager. rgds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxnJane Posted November 5, 2022 Share Posted November 5, 2022 I've been using search for sites for years now and have found it very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locoman Posted November 8, 2022 Share Posted November 8, 2022 Totally useless when using my Apple iPhone, screen is far too cluttered. bring back the old app at least it worked on a mobile. Search for Sites app has always been very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulmold Posted November 8, 2022 Author Share Posted November 8, 2022 1 hour ago, locoman said: bring back the old app at least it worked on a mobile. You can get the old app back if only for reference.. Apple users should go to the app store, click on today and check their 'purchase ' list and find the old app there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spospe Posted November 8, 2022 Share Posted November 8, 2022 I am optimistic that it will continue to improve after a shaky start. I have used it to book sites and apart from the small screen problem caused by using an old iPhone it worked well. It has been easier than hanging on the phone for ages and or leaving messages on the warden's answer machine (I have not tried booking a CL, only Club sites) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Doughty Posted February 22, 2023 Share Posted February 22, 2023 I tried the classifieds , i asked for help still could not find it ,i tried again for 1/2 an hour then gave up , multiple clicks are silly when browsing club websites . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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