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Martin's Untold Butlin's Story

Welcome to the untold story of Martin's story, a former Redcoat named Worzel. Working during the Butlin's Holiday Worlds era in Somerwest World, Martin would contribute towards the smiles and memory creation for many customers. Working from 1990 to 1992, Martin would be known for his impressions. I remember Martin during my time at Butlin's Somerwest World and it was a great joy to see him in my group and agree to be added to this site. Thank you Martin for what you did in the early 90's as it really helped me feel that I was in another place and I needed it greatly.

The reason my nickname was Worzel happened because when I arrived on my first day there were three martins. I had done a couple of years before in Falmouth the stage musical Worzel Gummidge for the summer season so it was a natural choice of nickname.

Martin's Memory as a Redcoat in Somerwest World

One very wet day I was compering in an unusually packed ballroom...the Wessex rooms. A blond-haired girl about 3 walked up to me while I was talking on the microphone and said very clearly...Can I say a poem? The people all were heard to say...aahhhhhhh. I handed her the microphone and that was my big mistake... With the microphone in her hand, she clearly said

"Two little dickie birds sitting on a wall, one named Peter and one named Paul....fly away Peter fly away Paul, piss off Peter piss off Paul"

She then ran back to her parents who were laughing very loudly as was everyone in the room. I said Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls I'd love to thank you for a very successful career here at Somerwest World I'm now popping next door to the personnel office to collect my p45. There were no complaints which was good and obviously, everyone in the room had a great sense of humour

Martin's Untold Butlins Story

Martin's Untold Butlins Story

Martin's Untold Butlins Story

Martin's Untold Butlins Story

Visiting Butlin's Minehead in 2023

Martin's Untold Butlins Story

Visiting Butlin's Minehead in 2023 - two former Butlin's Holiday Worlds Redcoats, working to help create memories. 

Martin's Untold Butlins Story

I've been doing some decluttering and came across this which some kind person drew and gave to me...oddly enough over 30 years later some of my ex colleagues and visitors still call me worzel xxx 

1991 - Entertainment Guide

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Martin's Collection

Memories of Redcoat Martin

Stephens Memories: "I remember working with Worzel - I sold Bingo tickets from the booth as was working in the accounts office. Thankyou wobblers"
Lau's Memories: "Can’t believe this, fab to see, my family knew Martin, he came to our local carnival event in Devon . Long time ago but I’ve often wondered where he was now." 
Brenda's Memories: "Omg I got photos of him somewhere in my hall cupboard we had great times with him" 

Permission has been given to Mark and Butlins Memorabilia website by Martin 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 anything with you as I don't hold their details and it is 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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