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Who we are
Joining a camping community in the UK, such as Norfolk & Suffolk DA offers a plethora of benefits for outdoor enthusiasts. Our community provides a platform to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for exploring the great outdoors and creating lasting memories. Members can enjoy organized meets throughout the year, where they can socialize, exchange camping tips, and build friendships that extend beyond the campfire.
Being part of a camping community also opens doors to new camping locations, insider knowledge on the best spots to visit, and a sense of belonging to a supportive and welcoming group. Whether you are a seasoned camper or a beginner looking to embark on new adventures, joining a camping community in the UK enriches the overall camping experience and creates a sense of camaraderie that makes every trip more enjoyable.
CHAIRMANS AWARD
CHAIRMANS AWARD
The inception of the Chairman’s Special Award Trophy by Michael Lawler, Chairman at the time.
” It all started at the Goose Fair at Walesby Scout Camp Site on Friday 3rd October 1997. A few Norfolk and Suffolk D.A. members sat outside Chris and Isobel Orris’ caravan enjoying an evening drink. Chris got out of his chair to go to the toilet and tripped over a guy rope from the toilet tent and accused his wife Isobel of pushing him.
Although not true Eric Rose thought it was hilarious and said he would make a Trophy to be presented at the Norfolk and Suffolk D.A. Agm to the member who had done the most stupid act whilst camping during the year.”
After great discussion it was decided to accept his kind offer of a Trophy, but it would be given to a person or couple who the Chairman felt had contributed most or gone the extra mile during NSDA events.
The Trophy is presented annually at the DA Agm,along with a free ticket to our Dinner Dance .
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Chairman’s Special Award Trophy Recipients
1997 Yvonne Baldwin
1998 Brian Boldero
1999 Gordon Belling
2000 Roy England
2001 Jane Read
2002 Joy Carlton
2003 John Hydon
2004 Sid & Dorothy Fowle
2005 Maurice Newson
2006 June Yeats
2008 Joy Carlton
2009 Jillian Cossey
2010 Jim & Elaine Roe
2011 Dennis & Doris Young
2012 Andy & Vicky Barker
2013 Hillary Howells
2014 Mitch & Denise Young
2015 Michael & Ros Lawler
2016 Bob & Jackie Moore
2017 Peter Needham
2018 Gillian Gooch
2019 Ros Lawler
2020 Bev Carter
2021 Paul Southam
2022 Stuart Lawler
2023 Jane Read
2024 David & McGhie
2025 Jane Davis
PAST CHAIRMAN
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Join The Camping and Caravanning Club today to benefit from over 100 years of expertise as well as specially selected discounts tailored to our members. As soon as you are a member you will be assigned to a District Association (DA). This will be the closest DA to where you live and shown on your membership card. You are then free to go camping with any of the 93 DA's over 13 Regions in the UK.
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