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The RA Committee have been asked by some members if they should write to Castle Point to confirm that they are in support of the new facilities, Whilst this is not essential, it can of course not hurt.
Therefore, if you do wish to email, or comment on the application you can make your views known by the following means:
email the case officer quoting Reference 25/0816/FUL  alternative reference PP-14472307.
The case officer's name is Jamie Whitby
Or log onto the Castle Point Planning website, register and then leave your comments there.6
 
Kind Regards
 
Tracey Wakeling - Secretary
Sandy Bay Park RA
 
11 hours 24 minutes ago by Graeme Cordell
 
*** 29th January @ 08:21 ***
 
The RA Committee have had many queries regarding the new pitch fee cost and the impending tribunal.  Members have asked when the cut off date for paying is, and what to do if we decide to pay, or indeed decide not to pay.
The last date to pay any increase that you may wish to pay is 31st January 2026.  This date falls on a Saturday and therefore the last working day is, we believe, the 30th January.   You MAY wish to pay, and if you do this is the date you should be looking at.   If you do not pay, then you will receive a letter stating that this is now a tribunal situation.  If you have decided not to pay the increase, you do not need to let the office know, by not paying, they will be aware of your decision.
As previously stated, this is an individual decision, based upon your reasons for not paying the uplift. The QRA are here to talk to you, answer any questions you may have, but we are not able to give you legal advice.
We hope that this is helpful.
 
Kind Regards
 
Tracey Wakeling - Secretary for
Sandy Bay Park RA
 
*** 28th January @ 10:32 ***
 
The QRA have been asked by a number of members if we are able to represent you at Tribunal should this come to fruition.
As we have stated to those that have asked, no members of the Committee have legal training, we do not know the intricacies of legal jargon, and so MAY give incorrect advice.
However, there are a number of agencies that can assist. and they are:
NAPHR  National Association of Park Home Residents  this is a voluntary organisation giving advice to residential park home owners, who also represent their views to the Government.
IPHAS  is another voluntary organisation who assist with all issues of Park Home living.
 
Although both of these organisations are voluntary, they do have staff who are well versed in and have training in the legal processes of Tribunals.
 
You will also find in your Written Statement,  information which you will have received when moving into your home regarding Tribunals and what the process is.
 
We all need to remember that the letters coming to us from Management, are based on legal requirements,  they may seem to some to be aggressive or threatening, but they have to be factual, and clear.  Remember that as long as you are paying your ground rent at its value prior to November 2025, you will NOT lose your home, you will NOT be asked to leave the park, as we know some people have been worried about this.
 
Please be assured that the QRA have and do attend meetings with members and Management when asked to do so, we attend these meetings to, listen,  take notes, and then debrief with the member after that meeting.  This service is always on offer.
 
Given all that is going on, on site at the moment, we hope that this email is useful.   
 
Kind Regards
 
Tracey Wakeling - Secretary for
Sandy Bay Park RA
 
 
09:30, 29 Jan 2026 by Graeme Cordell

Dear Residents,

We have become aware that some residents with Gmail accounts may be experiencing difficulties receiving emails from us.

Our Communications Team has investigated this matter and identified that the issue is related to Gmail security settings, which may delay or block emails sent in bulk.

Unfortunately, this is not something we are able to resolve on our end. We recommend checking the security settings on your Gmail account or, if possible, providing us with an alternative email address.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Kind regards,
Customer Care Team

 

13:05, 26 Jan 2026 by Graeme Cordell

 

Residents are kindly reminded that parking on street roads is not permitted.

Please ensure vehicles are parked in designated areas, including private driveways or communal parking areas such as the bar car park.

All roadways must always remain clear to allow access for emergency services.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Sandy Bay Management

 

12:33, 15 Jan 2026 by Graeme Cordell

Dear Residents,

We have been advised that the water supply will be temporarily shut off from 2:00 pm today for a couple of hours to allow for urgent emergency leak repairs.

As a result, the Bar/Complex will be closed from 2:00 pm until the works have been completed. The launderette will also be unavailable during this period.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience and understanding.

Kind regards,
Sandy Bay Management

13:01, 14 Jan 2026 by Graeme Cordell

Dear Resident,

We are writing to confirm the introduction of a formal complaints procedure for Sandy Bay.

We are currently seeing correspondence being sent or copied in to multiple individuals across the wider business. This has made it more difficult to ensure issues are recorded consistently, reviewed at the correct level, responded to in a timely manner and cover team absence.

To improve clarity, consistency, and response times, we have introduced a clear two-stage complaints procedure (click link below). This sets out the appropriate points of contact and escalation route for complaints relating to the Written Statement, Park Rules, or services provided at the park.

Nothing in this procedure affects your rights as a consumer or under the Mobile Homes Act 1983 (as amended).  It simply provides a clear and structured route for raising concerns so that they can be properly considered and addressed in a timely fashion. 

We ask that, going forward, any complaints are submitted in accordance with the procedure so that they can be logged and handled appropriately.

 

Click here for complaints procedure

 

Kind Regards 

Tracy Clark 

General Manager

 

12:58, 12 Jan 2026 by Graeme Cordell

Dear Residents,

Please be advised that essential electrical works will be carried out at the Park sub-station on Tuesday 13 January between 8:00am and 12:00 noon. These works are in response to the recent power outage that affected the park, which was caused by a fault in Thorney Bay Road.

During this period, it is likely that all areas of the park will be affected, including WiFi services.

For the duration of the works, both barriers will remain in the upright position to allow access and exit. As a result, the Main Office, Sales Office, and Bar/Complex will not be open until 12:00 noon.

Please note that Tuesday afternoon Bingo will go ahead as usual.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

Kind regards,
Sandy Bay Management

 

01:29, 09 Jan 2026 by Graeme Cordell

Wednesday 7th Jan, 16:13

Dear Residents,

Please be advised that there is currently only one television operational in the bar.

We are actively working to resolve this issue and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Kind regards,
Customer Care Team

17:00, 07 Jan 2026 by Graeme Cordell