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Butlins Iconic Umbrellas

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Butlins Iconic Umbrellars

The Butlin's Iconic Umbrellas

The Butlins umbrella is included in a large number of postcards in my collection and is definitely easy to notice when researching. It is one aspect that many would initially overlook, only to later understand its role in memory creation. I call these Butlin's icons, as they returned to the Butlins Bognor Regis new swimming pool (shown above) and the significance of this uniquely designed umbrella.

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Butlin's AYR

Butlin's AYR began its journey during World War Two when Billy Butlin was tasked with overseeing the construction of two sites to aid the war effort. After the war concluded, the camp was renamed to Butlins, where it continued to operate until 1998. In 1999, it was rebranded as Haven, which was a sister company at that time. As of 2025, Haven is no longer affiliated with the parent company, Butlin's.
Butlin's AYR Umbrellas
Butlin's AYR Umbrellas

Butlin's Bognor Regis

As of 2025, Butlin's Bognor Regis still stands and is the only site to present a new version of this renowned umbrella. These umbrellas are only featured in the Butlins swimming pool, and they are not used anywhere else as of 2025
Butlin's Bognor Umbrellas
Butlin's Bognor Umbrellas
Butlin's Bognor Umbrellas

Butlin's (non-camp specific)

These photos are from postcards that non specific camps or hotel locations. 
Butlin's Umbrellas

Butlin's Clacton

Butlins Clacton started its story in 1938 when it opened its gates for the first time to welcome campers. As with Butlins Skegness, Billy Butlin would insist that his new camp would also feature the famous Butlin's umbrella. Sadly, Butlins Clacton closed down in 1983, and nothing of the camp remained.
Butlin's Clacton Fountains

Butlin's Filey

Butlin's Filey was the third resort to launch under the leadership of Billy Butlin and was also designed to include the Butlins umbrellas,  a significant portion of Haven continues to operate from that site.
Butlin's Filey Umbrellas

Butlin's Hotels

The Butlins Hotel division would also include the iconic umbrellas.
Butlin's Hotel Umbrellas

Butlin's Minehead

Butlin's Minehead still stands and no longer features the umbrellas
Butlin's Minehead Umbrellas
Butlin's Minehead Umbrellas

Butlin's Mosney

One of the two locations situated outside the United Kingdom, Butlins Mosney, remains in its original position following its closure. 
Butlin's Mosney Umbrellas

Butlin's Pwllheli

Butlin's Pwllheli began its journey during World War Two when Billy Butlin was tasked with overseeing the construction of two sites to aid the war effort. After the war concluded, the camp was renamed to Butlins, where it continued to operate until 1998. In 1999, it was rebranded as Haven, which was a sister company at that time. As of 2025, Haven is no longer affiliated with the parent company, Butlin's.
Butlin's Pwllheli Umbrellas

Butlin's Skegness

Butlins Skegness is the location where it all started and where the first holiday camp fountain would appear. Today (as of 2025), the camp is now known as a resort and continues to present the Butlins logo name; however, the original fountains were removed some time ago.
Butlin's Skegness Umbrella

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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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