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Claires untold Butlins story


Claire's Untold Butlin's Story

Amazing photos of Butlin's Minehead in the early days of Butlin's Holiday Worlds, known as Somerwest World. These photos show the chalets, swimming pool, donkey derby, and funfair. A truly amazing addition to the Butlins Memorabilia website.

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Marks notes: "This photograph shows the Gaiety Green and the Donkey Derby. The Gaiety Green is still there, but the Donkey Derby is not so much".

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Marks notes: "Show you the outdoor swimming pool, which was in the middle of the camp at the front. From 2024, you will sit on tables and chairs facing the pavilion stage.".

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Marks notes: "An amazing photo that shows the front lake, meaning this is a photo from the early 90s. The funfair did not move this area until sometime between 1991 and 1995, not sure of the exact year.".

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Marks notes: "This area still exists today (as of 2024). The difference is that the building you see in the background is the Yacht and Deck Dining.".

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Marks notes: "Known as the Twister Ride".

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Marks notes: "The building at the rear of this photo was where the arcade was based. It was demolished some time ago however, a little bit still remains as of 2024. When you go to Reds, look opposite and its there on the side.".

Claires Untold Butlins Story

Marks notes: "The building on the left is known as the Beachcomber building, formerly the Stadium building. It was demolished in the early 2000s to make way for the new Blue Skies. During the Covid, a new entertainment building called Studio 36 was built in its place, which still stands today."

Claires Untold Butlins Story


Permission has been given to Mark and Butlins Memorabilia website by Claire to show his wonderful Butlin's story. All stories and photos shown on this site do not belong to me and belong to those who have shared them. Please do not ask for their details as I will not share them with you as I do not hold their details and it's not my place to give them away if I did.


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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.

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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.
 
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