Using your Motorhome

[AXO66]

Yep, off we go.
Covid aware,
Covid prepared
fully self sufficient
only external contacts willbe........ummmm.......nobody within 2 mts
out in the open air
no inside functions or visits at all.

 

[WillH]

We are in our van now, only 14 miles from home. We only travel within our Health Authority area so long as we are allowed to. Should the guidance change so will we.

Sitting overlooking the sea, not many vans, peaceful, sunny though a little cool. Perfectly safe for us, and others.

 

[Dazza 6863]

Oh yes, I forgot about the gyms as well remaining open at least they are getting fined, when will they ever listen?

Figures released by Pure Gym state that their gyms alone have been used over 300 million times since lockdown was lifted and only 226 covid infections have been linked to them.
How is shutting them and fining them fair!!!

 

[buttons]

Living in such a lovely part of the world why the desire to get away from it...

 

[steve 6644]

Police and locals will get you at any time, regardless of current or similar situations.

The folk of north wales want our money but not us.

Without question, my least favourite place I have ever been to.

Post deleted by me, as too negative.

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[RubyOptics]

When I see these stupid bastards having 100 plus guest weddings etc and the general indiference to compliance amongst youngsters,

I really don't think this type of attitude helps anyone right now. This forum is full of "older" members of society, half of whom are posting about how they are popping off to France, Spain and beyond and yet you are calling out "youngsters" for not complying with Covid-19 rules? I don't particularly feel young anymore (I'm 39), but realise I'm probably in the younger half of the ages represented on this forum. I think that there are people of all ages who are behaving both illegally (such as the wedding you mentioned) as well as either ignorantly or irresponsibly. I'm just as likely to meet some foolish 19 year old who thinks that they are immortal and so don't need to take precautions as I am to meet an 85 year old who says "I never wore a face mask for the Nazis so I won't wear one for this".
Please accept my apologies if this comes across as a personal attack as I really don't mean it that way, it's just that I work a great deal with youngsters in the early to late teen age bracket and all of them are displaying very responsible attitudes to the world we currently find ourselves in. There seems to be a general, society-wide thing of "youngsters not taking it seriously" which I don't believe accurately reflects the truth of the matter.

 

[RubyOptics]

Figures released by Pure Gym state that their gyms alone have been used over 300 million times since lockdown was lifted and only 226 covid infections have been linked to them.
How is shutting them and fining them fair!!!

And how many people did those 226 infect in turn? How many NHS workers were put at risk treating those 226? Should a nurse or doctor be asked to risk their life to help someone who simply couldn't resist "leg-day"??

 

[JJ]

Following "rules" is only sensible if those "rules" make sense...

JJ

PS. I use my motorhome every day and night.

 

[Quackers]

As a site owner have to say been very impressed with our guests efforts at social distancing, we are lucky that we have lots of space here so vans on top of each other is not an issue. We have a couple of pubs nearby but we have noticed recent guests are not so keen on visiting them anymore and prefer to cook for themselves in their motorhomes. People now say they meet up with their families outdoors and do not visit them at home, is the new way of life?
One lovey lady left us a payment the other day in a sealed folded envelope, cut a hole in it and left attached to a crowd stake so we could recover it and keep distanced, lovey thought. Didn't have the heart to tell her that she had also cut through the ten pound note. Never going to make a living out of this.
Have a great weekend folks.
woodsidefield.co.uk

 

[Dazza 6863]

And how many people did those 226 infect in turn? How many NHS workers were put at risk treating those 226? Should a nurse or doctor be asked to risk their life to help someone who simply couldn't resist "leg-day"??

The point i was making is that the figure is low compared to other venues and they are being punished financially while others stay open and Lancashire has just been put on tier 3 lockdown and their gyms do not have to close..... wheres the logic.

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[Wh05apk]

Life short.
Why do you wish to possibly shorten it further by travelling at the moment.?
Not just yours, but mine and possibly many others.

Why would I be at any risk or put others at any risk by travelling?

We have just come back from Germany for 2 weeks, their covid figures are about 1/5 of ours, and they are far more disciplined around masks and distancing, we only went into supermarkets about every 3-4 days, and went nowhere near any bars or restaurants, so personally I felt far safer than at home.

 

[steve 6644]

I really don't think this type of attitude helps anyone right now. This forum is full of "older" members of society, half of whom are posting about how they are popping off to France, Spain and beyond and yet you are calling out "youngsters" for not complying with Covid-19 rules? I don't particularly feel young anymore (I'm 39), but realise I'm probably in the younger half of the ages represented on this forum. I think that there are people of all ages who are behaving both illegally (such as the wedding you mentioned) as well as either ignorantly or irresponsibly. I'm just as likely to meet some foolish 19 year old who thinks that they are immortal and so don't need to take precautions as I am to meet an 85 year old who says "I never wore a face mask for the Nazis so I won't wear one for this".
Please accept my apologies if this comes across as a personal attack as I really don't mean it that way, it's just that I work a great deal with youngsters in the early to late teen age bracket and all of them are displaying very responsible attitudes to the world we currently find ourselves in. There seems to be a general, society-wide thing of "youngsters not taking it seriously" which I don't believe accurately reflects the truth of the matter.

 

[maison]

So, before answering your question, do we assume that you live in area of Wales that is not under lockdown?

We are not even allowed to leave our County.

 

[two]

A worthwhile post, but could I put in a plea for the use of some punctuation, which will help to make posts more readable for those with dyslexia?

Remove your face mask?

 

[Kannon Fodda]

The ability to get out and about in the MH for a number of weekend breaks, and a couple of longer distance trips has been essential to my wellbeing. The enforced lockdown period was bad enough but to curtail getting out since then would be very harmful to my wellbeing in a different way to the risks of Coronavirus. As a singleton I would have gone stir crazy staring at the four walls of my house. Yes I have been out for work but even then one still keeps coming back to the same space, and simply not interacting with work colleagues is an issue. Probably my job where I do have to inspect others houses is far worse than me being out for social purposes. Yes I'm careful to maintain distancing, and reduce risks of Covid to myself and others. I know that as an over 50s obese male who's every cold goes to his chest, I will have a bad time when I get coronavirus. But it remains that I need to get out and about or mentally I'd have issues, and I expect that also applies to many others. We are after all supposed to be social creatures, even though some of us can at times be happy with our own company.

Over Summer and Autumn I have stayed on sites, mostly C&CC but also a couple of CS, but even with a smaller PVC have been fortunate I have my own facilities so apart from getting water and visiting the CDP I've been able to avoid needing the shower toilet blocks. In the current environment I'm not that sure I want to get involved in wildcamping. On sites, I am still able to socially distance, keep myself to myself, whilst acknowledging there are others around.

Yes things have changed. For use of sites I've always needed to book ahead. But now, when I go out for a cycle around the area I am uncomfortable just deciding to stop off at a likely looking spot for a bite to eat and a pint. I miss that spontaneity. I'd still much rather be able to get out and about in a limited distanced way, than to put everything into mothballs and lock myself away completely.

I'll continue to try and get away for the odd weekend as winter approaches., whilst restrictions permit this. That will be perhaps a bit more difficult as many sites close for the end of year. But the thought that I wouldn't be allowed out already creates anxiety from that uncertainty more than the concern of the virus.

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[sweetie]

A worthwhile post, but could I put in a plea for the use of some punctuation, which will help to make posts more readable for those with dyslexia?

Thought it was in the rules you do not pick up on people's spelling or punctuation on the forum

 

[Madcaravanner]

WE have managed a few nights away we have managed 39 nights out BUT that includes 14 on the Drive when we were decorating no refurbishing our bedroom last year we did 6000 miles this year we have scratched up 1500

BUT with now being in a stage 2 state we have decided that we won't be going anywhere else for a while and are waiting for Britanny Ferries moving our February sailing to later on next year

 

[Northernraider]

Life short.
Why do you wish to possibly shorten it further by travelling at the moment.?
Not just yours, but mine and possibly many others.
This situation is absolutely rubbish right now, but unless you have far superior knowledge and data to support your actions , than those who are making these considered decisions, personally I think you should stay put and just accept what is a right Buggers Muddle, like the majority of our green and pleasant land.
Just my opinion though, not an instruction though, so don’t shoot me,thanks.

Because id rather have a shorter fun-filled life than a longer one sat in the house worrying about things that may never happen.

As for the folk making decisions having knowledge.
Hmm excuse me if i reserve opinion on that score.

Anywhere other than america is safer than the uk right now.

 

[Clarky]

We are in the van now.
Just arrived at a site that is an enormous field and there are now three motorhomes and a caravan, all about 20-30 yards apart.
We will be on our own in the van, perhaps going for a walk, but won’t be socialising with anyone else unless it’s a distanced chat outside.
This will be our 58th night in the van this year, well under half our usual number, but we are safe and keep everyone else safe.

Richard.

 

[The general]

Figures released by Pure Gym state that their gyms alone have been used over 300 million times since lockdown was lifted and only 226 covid infections have been linked to them.
How is shutting them and fining them fair!!!

If one thinks it’s ok every biz will start dis respecting the LAW I say fine then every day until they realise they are irresponsible . You only need one super spreader .

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[two]

We are all selfish: we make decisions based on personal desires, even those which are for the benefit of others.

I don’t think you are increasing your personal risk much by using the van but you can hardly do so covertly so I suggest you stay local. That way, you’re not spreading it far should you pick the virus up and you will be noticed by fewer people. You cannot control what others will think but you can be sure that some will take exception to the appearance of someone moving about and ‘endangering lives unnecessarily’ whilst they feel they are not.

It’s sad to see my vehicle standing still and deteriorating. I’ve just shelled-out for another year’s RFL and insurance (which has increased for some reason - surely it’s at less risk at the moment?) yet I fear little prospect of using it for some time...

 

[Lynne Roy]

No you are not selfish, people not wearing masks and not social distancing are selfish. Enjoy your trip. I booked on the tunnel and changed my mind at the last minute because it wasn’t right for me at this time, although I spent 3 months in France over summer, but I wouldn’t criticise anyone who had decided to go. We have to act responsibly and do our own risk Assessment and act accordingly.

 

[Northernraider]

If you're going to be socialising ie going to pubs , bars and restaurants etc everyday then it might be best to stay in your area
If however you plan to travel but keep yourself away from others most of the time then i see no harm.

Inside areas with no masks and social distancing etc is whats spreading this disease in my opinion

Its not air borne ...it doesnt cling to your tyres jumping on people as you drive past

The only places ive been indoors is shops to buy food or fuel or inside visiting a church on one occasion ...masks worn in all of them and keeping my distance ....hand sanitizer in pocket.

Cant see how there can be less risk to be honest

 

[The general]

I really don't think this type of attitude helps anyone right now. This forum is full of "older" members of society, half of whom are posting about how they are popping off to France, Spain and beyond and yet you are calling out "youngsters" for not complying with Covid-19 rules? I don't particularly feel young anymore (I'm 39), but realise I'm probably in the younger half of the ages represented on this forum. I think that there are people of all ages who are behaving both illegally (such as the wedding you mentioned) as well as either ignorantly or irresponsibly. I'm just as likely to meet some foolish 19 year old who thinks that they are immortal and so don't need to take precautions as I am to meet an 85 year old who says "I never wore a face mask for the Nazis so I won't wear one for this".
Please accept my apologies if this comes across as a personal attack as I really don't mean it that way, it's just that I work a great deal with youngsters in the early to late teen age bracket and all of them are displaying very responsible attitudes to the world we currently find ourselves in. There seems to be a general, society-wide thing of "youngsters not taking it seriously" which I don't believe accurately reflects the truth of the matter.

How do you explain the scenes in Liverpool ? A ‘one off ‘

 

[sally47]

We are in west wales and obviously in a non lockdown area (as yet) otherwise we wouldnt even contemplate travelling I didn't mean to get some riled just asking if safe to do so is anyone else making the most of what we have Looking at one or two replies stating we shouldn't be travelling or mixing on campsites, We think we are social distancing more than what we have and are seeing on t.v. with the so called demonstrations and parties by by our younger generation . We intend to tour when and while we can

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[RubyOptics]

How do you explain the scenes in Liverpool ? A ‘one off ‘

How do you explain people on here saying "well yes, I shouldn't go but....". If you honestly think it is just younger people acting irresponsibly, you are very much mistaken.
Yes, until the point that laws are passed, it is up to each of us to behave in a manner that we feel is responsible to both ourselves and others, but to stigmatise one age group is wrong in my opinion.

 

[RubyOptics]

We are in west wales and obviously in a non lockdown area (as yet) otherwise we wouldnt even contemplate travelling I didn't mean to get some riled just asking if safe to do so is anyone else making the most of what we have Looking at one or two replies stating we shouldn't be travelling or mixing on campsites, We think we are social distancing more than what we have and are seeing on t.v. with the so called demonstrations and parties by by our younger generation . We intend to tour when and while we can

And this is kinda my point. You asked for opinions, got a lot that you didn't like and are using the "yes but what about them" argument. If you wish to go touring, then you are free to as long as the law is on your side. It doesn't mean that you are taking as many precautions as you can to protect either yourselves or those you encounter whilst out on your tours however.

 

[Northernraider]

How do you explain people on here saying "well yes, I shouldn't go but....". If you honestly think it is just younger people acting irresponsibly, you are very much mistaken.
Yes, until the point that laws are passed, it is up to each of us to behave in a manner that we feel is responsible to both ourselves and others, but to stigmatise one age group is wrong in my opinion.

I can honestly say for the few months i was still working after the pubs etc were reopened it was mostly folk in their late 30's to their 50's that were piling in to the takeaway at night after the pub out their faces on drink , cuddling each other , singing and shouting no masks and no social distancing .... Stupidity has no age restrictions

 

[MichaelT]

Anybody going away in these desperate times we were away last week and planning on going away again next week we live in Wales and are going into England we adhere to social distancing and follow all the rules especially as we are in the vulnerable group some may say we are wrong but we want to still enjoy our travels are we being selfish

I think as Wales is banning people from England visiting Wales you should stay in Wales

 

[TheBig1]

So the welsh assembly are banning visitors from England, but it does not work the other way round. My opinion of the rules is stay in your local area to minimise spread should be an absolute at the moment. Just one infected visitor to a rural place with limited medical cover and the area is a low covid area can carelessly spread the disease to yet another community.

Selfish attitudes rule though, as we can obviously see

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