Update From Sandy Bay General Manager
Dear Resident(s) I am writing to confirm that Friday 13th November will be my final working day at Sandy Bay, as I will be moving to another role within Park Holidays. With effect from my departure, Dale Horner will take responsibility for Sandy Bay as Interim General Manager while Park Holidays makes arrangements for the park's permanent management. I will complete the appropriate handover with Dale and the park team before my departure to ensure continuity of management. I would like to thank residents for their support and co-operation during my time at Sandy Bay. Yours Sincerely Tracy Clark General Manager Sandy Bay
Management and Staffing Updates - Legal Advice and Tribunal Proceedings
Dear Residents, We are writing to update you on a number of management and staffing changes. Management Changes Tracy Clark will be leaving her position, and Mr Dale Horner will be taking over as Interim Manager. We will provide any further updates regarding management arrangements as they become available. Staffing Update We would also like to inform you that the cook will be leaving. Interviews are currently being arranged to find a suitable replacement, and we will keep residents informed of progress. Legal Advice and Tribunal Proceedings Following our request for residents to indicate whether they wished to seek legal advice or pursue matters through a tribunal, we have received the following responses: • 5 residents have indicated that they wish to obtain legal advice. • 7 residents have indicated that they wish to pursue the matter through a tribunal. As the number of responses received represents only a proportion of the residents, we will not be taking these matters forward collectively or making any further arrangements on behalf of residents. Residents who wish to seek legal advice or consider pursuing a tribunal application will therefore need to make their own individual decisions and arrangements regarding how they wish to proceed. We recognise that residents may have differing views and respect everyone's right to decide on the most appropriate course of action for themselves. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Kind Regards SBPRA
Update Regarding QRA's Request For The 2026-27 Pitch Fee Increase To Be Reduced 50%
Dear Residents, Please find attached the response received from management regarding our request for the 2026/27 pitch fee increase to be reduced from 3.1% to 1.55%. As you will see, management has rejected our request and confirmed that they intend to proceed with the full 3.1% increase. They have referred to both the previous Tribunal determination and the recent Tribunal decision issued in October 2026, stating that neither requires them to reduce this year's increase. The QRA has taken the time to raise residents' concerns and challenge the proposed increase on their behalf. However, given management's response, we now need to consider how residents wish us to proceed. We would welcome your views on what you would like the QRA to do next. Some options may include: • Accepting management's decision and taking no further action. • Seeking independent advice on whether there are grounds for further action, including the possibility of another Tribunal application. • Exploring any other suggestions residents may have. It is important that the QRA represents the views of residents, so we would encourage everyone to read the attached response and let us know their thoughts. Please send your comments and suggestions to the QRA so that we can establish the level of support for any further action before making a decision. We appreciate that residents may have differing views, but it is important that we consider the next steps together. Kind regards, The QRA Committee Kind Regards SBPRA
Important Update – Tribunal Payments and Pitch Fee Increase
SANDY BAY PARK RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION (Sandybayparkra@gmail.com) We would like to update residents who were involved in the tribunal regarding outstanding payments and the new pitch fee increase. 1. Outstanding payments following the tribunal Management have confirmed that they will not be sending out individual invoices. Instead, you will need to visit the office and ask how much you owe from last year's pitch fee. Management will confirm the amount outstanding, and once you have paid, you will be given a receipt. 2. New pitch fee increase Management have explained that the increase letters for tribunal residents are being dealt with by Head Office. Now that the tribunal outcome has been received, we understand that this matter can move forward. Our annual pitch fee review date is 1 November. Under the Mobile Homes Act 1983, Management must follow the statutory procedure when notifying residents of a proposed increase. Where the required notice has not been served within the statutory timescale, the late-notice provisions under Paragraph 17(6) of Schedule 1 apply. This means that the increase cannot simply be backdated to 1 November. If a resident agrees to a proposed increase following a late notice, it becomes payable from the 28th day after the notice is served. Please continue paying your existing pitch fee for now. Do not start paying the increased amount until you have received the appropriate notification and the correct effective date has been established. We will keep everyone informed as soon as we receive further information from Management. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Kind Regards SBPRA
What's On In The Bar This Weekend 6th to 8th November
🎉 GOOD AFTERNOON EVERYONE! WHAT’S HAPPENING AT SANDY BAY THIS WEEKEND? 🎉 We’ve got another fantastic weekend lined up, full of music, dancing, fun and great company! ❤️ 🎨 FRIDAY * Friday morning – Art Club 🎨 * Friday night, 7:30pm – Den is here to test your knowledge you! 💃 SATURDAY * 10am – Line Dancing! Get those dancing feet moving! * 12 noon – It’s time for Music Bingo with 🧡Freddie🧡! Eyes down, everyone! 🎵🎉 * Saturday night – The fantastic *Matt Fisher * will be singing all those wonderful tunes we know and love! 🎤8pm 🌺 SUNDAY – REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY * Sunday morning – Remembrance Sunday in on the green service is at 10:50 ❤️ * Soup and a roll will be available in the bar * 2pm – Paul Jerome will be singing all your favourite hits! 🎶 * 5:30pm – Don’t forget, it’s time for our meat raffle! 🥩🎟️ So come along, bring your friends, and join us for another brilliant weekend at Sandy Bay! ❤️ Great entertainment, great company and great times! WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL! 🥳🍻
Notice From Bar Manager - Bar Open
Hi everyone, Just to let you know that the bar is now open and everything has been fully restored. Thanks for your patience!
Water Outage Today 4th November!
Dear Resident(s) As advised in the email sent yesterday regarding the water outage, we would like to confirm that the repair works are currently scheduled for today only, unless we receive any further updates. We have been informed that the water supply will be interrupted for approximately three hours sometime between 8:00am and 5:00pm. These works are being carried out by Essex & Suffolk Water following the burst water main at the front of the park yesterday. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Customer Care Team
Clubhouse Closed Tomorrow 4th November Due to Essex And Suffolk Water Carrying Out Essential Works
Dear Residents Please be advised that Essex and Suffolk water will be carrying out essential works to the front of the park tomorrow. They have provided no timeline, therefore we recommend you prepare by topping up bottles etc. Due to having no running water available, we will be closing the club and will update residents accordingly. Sandy Bay Management.
The Water Has Been Turned Off To Parts Of The Park Due To A Burst Main
Dear residents Please be advised that the water has been turned off to areas of the park due to a burst main at the front of the park belonging to Essex and Suffolk water. We have been provided with no indication how long the water will be off. Sandy bay management.
Cherished Moment Cafe Cic. Brunch Club
New community drop-in Brunch Club held every fortnight from Wednesday the 7th November between 9:00am - 12:00pm at the Cherished Moment Cafe Cic. Canvey Island War Memorial Hall, High Street SS8 7RB
Music Bingo Has Changed To The 7th November At Noon
Good afternoon, everyone! 😊 Just to let you know, there’s been a slight change to the time of next week’s 🧡Freddie’s 🧡 Music Bingo on Saturday 7th November. We’ll now be starting at 12pm instead of the usual time. 🕛 Looking forward to seeing you all there! 🎶
Remembrance Sunday Service – Sunday 8th November
We would like to remind everyone that our Remembrance Sunday service will take place on Sunday 8th November at 10.50am, on the green by the pool. We will be laying a wreath during the service. This will be taken to the memorial at The Paddocks at a later date. After the service, the bar will kindly be providing soup and a roll for residents. Also, Paul Jerome will be at the bar from 2pm, so please feel free to pop along and enjoy some time together. We hope as many residents as possible will join us as we come together to remember and honour those who gave their lives in service. Kind Regards Amanda - SBPRA Secretary
Date For Your Diary - Santa Visiting Sandy Bay
On Monday 21st December Santa will be making his regular visiting to Sandy Bay on his sleigh (from the Rotary Club). If you have grandchildren don't forget to invite them over to see Santa pass by your home! He should be starting his journey around Sandy Bay from 5:30pm!