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After Butlin's

Butlin's used to be a large holiday camp empire that had two camps in Wales, one in Ireland, one in Scotland, one in the Caribbean and five in England. There were also hotels that added to Butlin's atmosphere. Sadly, with the change to the expectations and demands for holidays, the owner at the time had to make the hard decision to close some down to keep the name going. 

One of the biggest changes was in the late 1980s when the name Butlins was only represented in five remaining camps. They were Pwllheli, AYR, Skegness, Bognor Regis and Minehead. Rebranded into worlds, the Butlins Holiday Worlds had started. What was interesting is that the hotel division grew with only Ingoldemells, Caribbean and Heads of AYR closing. 

However, the shape of the company changed once again as in 1999, Butlins would only have three remaining camps, now known as resorts and all hotels were closed down and sold.  Rank had then called it time on their holiday division as the company was sold to Bourne Leisure Limited. Over time, they brought back the hotel division in Bognor Regis resort and reinvested it back into the sites.

Today, the last three remaining resorts (Bognor Regis, Minehead and Skegness) are owned by the Harris Family Trust. Below is some information about the former sites that you might find interesting to read about. I have attached safety warnings to those who might find it hard to see their Butlins become no more. 

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Butlins Bognor Regis changes
Butlins Bognor Regis Changes (remains)

The location in the South of England is Bognor Regis. They offer a rich history to the Butlin's name as it was here Billy had the challenge to get the camp built. Click on the postcard above or the button below to see the changes to the current Butlin's resort.

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Former Butlins Filey
Butlins Filey (Part Haven and Bay Filey)

Butlin's Filey is the location that was the biggest of all the camps and the third eldest location of Butlin's timeline. Click on the photo above or the button below to view more about this wonderful location.

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Former Butlin's Mosney
Butlin's Mosney Camp
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The second camp to be outside the United Kingdom was Butlin's in Mosney Ireland. Come and view more about this wonderful location and its meaning in the timeline. 

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Butlin's Minehead
Butlin's Minehead Changes (remains)

Bases in the lovely Somerset, Butlin's Minehead remains today and is now called a resort. Most of the original buildings remain and is one of the last three locations to continue the name Butlins. 

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Butlin's Minehead
Butlin's Skegness Changes (remains)

Where the Butlin's holiday camp had started and where my hero walked the grounds to allow the campers to have fun and to create memories

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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.

Are you the official Butlins Archive?
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 singular 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.

If you want to know more about this website
If you would like to read more about this website, you are more than welcome to click on these words. This special page will show you more about this site, how my Butlins collections started, how to get in touch with Mark, Social media links, our Facebook experts and the friends of this website. 

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The Untold Stories of Butlin's
An exciting addition to the website is the section titled "Untold Stories of Butlin's," which includes a range of personal stories. These narratives 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.

Can I get in touch with you about my situation at Butlins for some help?
For any issues related to bookings, inquiries on how to use the app, or to file a complaint, it is essential to follow the official procedure by contacting Butlins directly. Unfortunately, the Butlins Memorabilia website is not equipped to handle these matters, and no assistance can be provided through this platform. Complaints must be directed to Butlins, as they are the only ones capable of addressing them; this site lacks the direct control or involvement necessary to assist. The sole website that can provide help is the Butlin's official site, www.butlins.com. Everything you need can be found there, including their contact page, which is available on this link, and assistance with the Butlins app can be found on this link.

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