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Rocky Mason Story
Rocky Masons Untold Story
Rocky Masons Untold Story
Rocky Masons Untold Story
Rocky Masons Untold Story
Rocky Masons Untold Story
Rocky Masons Untold Story
Rocky Masons Untold Story
Rocky Masons Untold Story

Newspaper Articles featuring Rocky Mason

All newspaper articles featured below are from "The British Newspaper Archive", please click here to visit them.
Rocky Mason Untold Butlin Story
The Telegraph and Argus News paper
Dated: 21st March 2011
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Rocky Mason Untold Butlin Story
The Daily Mail
Dated: 16th March 2012
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Rocky Mason Untold Butlin Story
The Daily Mail
Dated: 15th October 2012
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Rocky Mason Untold Butlin Story
The Pressreader
Dated: 10th October 2013
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Judith's Memory

Rocky Mason Untold Story
Rocky Mason Untold Story
Rocky Masons Story

Marty Mason Memories

Thank you so much for that Stue. I had no idea how it all came together. As you can imagine after Rocky's passing and up to the funeral (and after if I'm honest) I didn't even know what day it was. So many people I wanted to talk to at Rocky's Aureviou but the day just came and went. I know I didn't get around to everyone. I am so, so sorry about that. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Steu (seven years later!), for making it such a wonderful day. It really was perfect, just as he would have wanted it. Thank you. Xxx

Memories of Rocky Mason

Bab's Memories

I first worked with Rocky, one Easter at The Ocean Hotel, it could have been 1965, Rocky came in as an extra Redcoat for the Easter holiday. Now to put you in the picture, in those days all the AEMs and DEMs wore Red & White during the winter, that was the way management could keep their summer jobs open for them. The management l worked with wearing R&W were, Rocky, Jack Wilde, Dave Moore. Dave Sheared, Alan Ridgeway, Alan Keough, Ken Hopson, Roger Roberts, plus one I am sure more, so now you see how lucky I was just being a GD Red that Larry Knight kept me on.

Karen B Memories

Mr Mason was a red with my mum when she was revue and gave me a job as a red. I went on to revue company and he was supportive and a brilliantly mentor xx 

Stephen K Memories       

My boss 75/76 along with the great Ron Stanway . True Butlins legends, they don't make them like that anymore.

Gilly S Memories   

Worked with Rocky at Pwllheli in 1961_63. He truly was a wonderful man. XXX

Liam K Memories    

My Boss and best friend 1970 to 1978.

Chris Chapman's Memories

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Rocky Mason's Books

Rocky Mason's Untold Butlins story
Butlin's in its prime - Written by Rocky Mason
"Over 15 million adults in Great Britain have been to Butlins, and they know Billy Butlin as the man who revolutionised their holiday habits. The general public reveres him as the man who made luxury holidays affordable to the average British family, but do they know the true Billy Butlin? Butlins in its Prime is the second instalment in the life of Rocky Mason, focusing on his 30-year career working for a British holiday institution as well as his own personal tribute to the man, known as “The Holiday Camp King.” With over 50 archive pictures, this book is a must for any Butlins"
Rocky Mason's Untold Butlins story
Here come the Redcoats  - Written by Rocky Mason and Frank McGroarty
A photographic book showing you the memories of Butlin's in the eyes of Rocky Mason and Frank McGroarty.
Rocky Mason's Untold Butlins story
Gumshield to Greasepaint
The story and life of Rocky Mason.
Rocky Mason's Untold Butlins story
Poverty to Paradise
Poverty to Paradise, by Rocky Mason, is a story of courage, fear, deprivation and humour. There are times when you will laugh out loud and others when you will weep. It's the definitive autobiography of a man who has been there, done that and still proudly wears the T-Shirt. It's an eventful life of tough childhood wartime experiences, a successful amateur boxing career of 69 straight wins in 87 fights only to move from "Gumshield to Greasepaint" and a life in showbiz working for the "Holiday Camp King," Billy Butlin. Drawing on a multitude of sources Rocky offers a compelling account of those six gruelling years 1939 - 45. Food shortages, conscientious objectors, head lice, visits of the nit-nurse, rationing, nightly air raids and his own personal experience of evacuation to an atrocious boys camp. During what was a 30-year association with Butlins, Rocky became a personal friend of almost every showbiz star in the country, many of whom have contributed to this book.

Mark and the Butlins Memorabilia website were granted permission by Marty, the wife of Mr. Mason, to showcase the inspiring tale of Rocky Mason. Thanks to Karl and Chris Chapman, you can delve into the story of someone who has made significant contributions to the Butlin's legacy. The stories and photographs featured on this page are not owned by me; they are the property of those who have contributed them. Please do not inquire about their details, as I do not have access to this information, and it would not be right for me to share it if I did. 

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Who and What is Butlin's Memorabilia Website
The Butlins Memorabilia website was originally established as a place on the internet where people could view Mark Banks' Butlins collections. As a passionate enthusiast of the brand, Mark took the initiative to explore the extensive history that led to the website's transformation. Now, the Butlins Memorabilia site has matured into a historical education platform, demonstrating to visitors the meaningful ways in which Butlins has fostered joy and created unforgettable memories.

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There exists only ONE official website that represents Butlins, and that is located at www.butlins.com. The Butlins Memorabilia website is NOT the official archive of Butlins, nor does it serve as the authentic historical record of this extraordinary company. Butlins and their respective parent company have no role in the development of this site and have not participated in its creation. The official source for all Butlins information is the one indicated above. This site is strictly a fan-created platform, and any material presented here should be viewed as unofficial. Butlins and their esteemed parent company have NOT reached out to me to create this site, nor have they requested me to promote them. I undertake this effort solely to demonstrate my appreciation for their remarkable name and brand.

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An exciting addition to the website is the section titled "Untold Stories of Butlin's," which includes a range of personal stories. These stories have been contributed by members of the Butlins Memorabilia social media groups, who have shared their individual experiences at Butlin's. It is important to understand that these stories are not sanctioned by the official company but are personal recollections from the individuals, as indicated on the page. The accounts shared reflect the magical atmosphere of Butlin's and the memorable moments it has inspired.

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