Celebrating Butlin's History with Butlins Memorabilia Website

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Butlin's Minehead history with Mark Banks Photos

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The Monorail Train
The Monorail Train

The Butlins Monorail Train is an iconic ride that has created countless memories and can only be found in two locations: Minehead and Skegness. Visit the icon of Butlins pages to read more about this marvelous ride that has created so many memories. Click on the photo above or the button below to see more

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Regency Building Downstairs
The Regency Building (Downstairs)

The Regency Building has been a prominent feature of Butlins since 1962, undergoing significant changes such as the addition of an outdoor stage, swimming pools, day and night clubs, and the funfair entrance.In 2024, it will be transformed into the Playxperience. Click on the photo above or the button below to learn more.

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Sunsplash Swimming Pool
The Regency Building (Upstairs)

The Regency Building has been a prominent feature of Butlins since 1962, undergoing significant changes such as the addition of an outdoor stage, swimming pools, day and night clubs, and the funfair entrance.In 2024, it will be transformed into the Playxperience. Click on the photo above or the button below to learn more.

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Yellow camp and Oysterbay
The Yellow Camp history and Photos

Explore the story behind the Yellow Camp in Butlins Minehead. Learn about the double-deckers that transformed into Exmoor Village, now known as Oyster Bay. Discover Yellow Camp, Yellowstone, Beachwood, Atlantic Bay, Exmoor Village, Oyster Bay, and Pacific Wharf in this area. Click on the photo above or the button below to see more.

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Blue camp and Ocean Point
The Blue Camp History and Photos

Explore the story of the Blue Camp at Butlins Minehead. Delve into the history of Beachwood, Ocean Point, and Pacific Wharf in this vicinity. Click on the photo above or the button below to uncover more about this fantastic location. 

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Red camp, Redwood, Surfers Point, Sunset Wharf and West Lake Village
The Red Camp History and Photos

Explore the history of the Red camp chalet's transition to Redwood during the Holiday Worlds era. Learn about the change from Sunset Wharf to West Lake and the significance of Surfers Point. Click on the photo above or the button below for additional information.

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Green Camp, Greenacres, Lagoon Bay and Holnicote Village
The Green Camp History and Photos

Explore the journey of the Green Camp's evolution into Greenacres. It was later known as Lagoon Bay before being renamed Holnicote Village. Click on the photo above or the button below to delve deeper into the story.

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The Flatlets, Mendips Court, Brendons Court and Quantocks
The Flatlets History and Photos

Explore the Flatlets, these quaint chalets were introduced later in the history of Butlins Minehead. The Flatlets were later rebranded as the three mentioned above during the Holiday Worlds era. When major changes took place in 1999, Brendon Court became staff accommodation, and Quantock and Mendips underwent significant changes.

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Who and What is Butlin's Memorabilia Website

Mark Banks is the individual responsible for the creation and ownership of this website, which displays his collection of Butlin's memorabilia. It was created in my spare time after work as a hobby and has since grown into a site that gives others a chance to smile. It is important to note that this website is not associated with Butlin's and is not an official archive of the company. Furthermore, it includes stories, with the consent of the individuals involved, that recount memorable moments at Butlin's from both customers and former staff members. This website pays homage to the esteemed company and its founder, Sir William Butlin. Additionally, it provides information on the history of Butlin's, based on personal research.

Butlins Memorabilia extra areas

This website is a fan site dedicated to celebrating the Butlins brand. It is created and maintained by Mark Banks. Further information about the website and answers to any questions can be found below. In case of any additional inquiries, please feel free to contact Mark.

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Butlins Memorabilia Support and help

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The Untold Stories of Butlin's

The website now includes a section called 'Untold Stories of Butlin's', featuring personal anecdotes shared by members of my group. The website now includes a section called 'Untold Stories of Butlin's', featuring personal experiences shared by members of my group. Members of the group have graciously shared their personal experiences at Butlin's and added these stories to the website. These stories are not affiliated with the official company but rather represent the memories of the individuals who shared them.
 
If you are not official, who is Mark?

Please note that Butlin's Memorabilia is an independent website and is not affiliated with the official Butlins website or archive. The owners of Butlin's and Butlins.com have not been involved in the development of this site, nor have they approached me to design it. However, I am grateful for their willingness to allow me to continue to share the rich history of their company with you.

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