Butlin's Memorabilia Website
1980 - 1989 Research

1980 - The extremely sad news of Sir William (Billy) Butlin passing away

1980 -  The extremely sad news of Sir William (Billy) Butlin passing away

1980 -  The extremely sad news of Sir William (Billy) Butlin passing away

1980 - Special note to Sir William (Billy) Butlin

1980 - Special note for Sir William (Billy) Butlin

1980 - Butlin's Mosney Closes


1980 - Butlin's Top of the Tower Closes

1980 - Butlin's Hotel division expands with the opening of the Butlins Scarborough Hotel

The Butlin's hotel division expands in the location of Scarborough under the ownership of Rank. 

1983 - Butlin's Hotel division expands with the opening of the Butlins Torremolino's Hotel

1983 - Sad news arrives as the first Redcoat in Butlins history passes away.

In loving memory of Norman Bradford - the first Butlin's Redcoat

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1983 - Butlin's Clacton Closes

1983 - Butlin's Filey Closes

1984 - Robert Butlin resigns from leading Butlins

1986 - Butlin's Barry Island Closes

The Butlin's Holiday Hotels Era begins

The Butlin's Holiday Worlds Era begins

Butlins Timeline

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Promotional video showing you the new Butlins Holiday Worlds

From my own personal collection and permission granted by Butlin's to share it with you all. Amazing footage showing the changes coming to Butlins in a new era.

Butlin's Skegness is renamed to Butlin's Funcoast World

Butlins Timeline

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Funcoast World 1988

Showing footage of Butlins Funcoast World in 1988

Butlin's Pwllheli is renamed to Butlin's Pwllheli Holiday World

Butlins Timeline

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Pwllheli Holiday World 1989

Family holiday to Butlins Pwllheli in 1989. Some great footage of the Butlin Camp.

Butlin's AYR is renamed to Butlin's AYR Holiday World

Butlin's Bognor Regis is renamed to Butlin's Southcoast World

Butlins Timeline

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Southcoast World - Wish you were here?

'Wish you were here?' presenter Judith Chalmers visits Bognor Regis in winter to try out a revamped holiday camp - that seems to attract the crowds. 

Butlin's Minehead is renamed to Butlin's Somerwest  World

Further Research with Videos

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Sir Billy Butlin Video - Timeline

A tour around Somerwest World

Sir Billy Butlin Videos - Timeline

Somerwest World

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Sir Billy Butlin Video - Timeline

Somerwest World tour

Sir Billy Butlin Videos - Timeline

Riding the Monorail Train

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Sir Billy Butlin Video - Timeline

Sunsplash Swimming Pool

Sir Billy Butlin Videos - Timeline

Somerwest World

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Butlins Memorabilia Group (Public Setting)
A group where you can discuss any Butlins camp/resort, hotels or parks (public setting)
Butlins Memorabilia Group (private setting)
A group where you can discuss any Butlins camp/resort, hotels or parks (private setting)
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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 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. 

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 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.

Do you have any discounts for bookings?
The Butlins Memorabilia website is not affiliated with the Butlins company, and we do not have any official connection with one another. Butlins is not involved with this site and has not provided any special discounts for visitors to this website. For the latest deals, please visit www.butlins.com, where you can find what is planned for the year and all the information you need to book that well-deserved break.

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. 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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