Butlins Holiday Camp Collection

Barry Island - Butlins Holiday Camp - One of the dining suites packed for lunch - August 1975 - *A NEW era in the history of Barry Island has been put on hold

A Butlins Redcoat entertaining families at a Butlins Holiday Camp. June 1954

Crowds of holidaymakers watching outdoor entertainment at Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

Children in traditional clothing at Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. People playing Tombola. 30th July 1954

Holidaymakers on a train at Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

Dr. Cyril Garbett, the Archbishop of York visiting Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. He visited Filey camp to conduct mass outdoor services once a year. 30th July 1954

A group of children in the Vienna Ballroom, Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

Holidaymakers on the camp train at Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

Knobbly Knees Contest, Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

The Vienna Ballroom, Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

Barry Island - Butlins Holiday Camp - The open air swimming pool, pictured just after it opened - 19th June 1966 - Western Mail and Echo Copyright Image

Bored boys watching a concert at Butlins Holiday Camp, Filey, North Yorkshire. 30th July 1954

The sun comes to greet these two fair holiday makers, and they run to meet it half way. They are nearly holidaymakers to Butlins Holiday camp at Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, England 25 May 1950

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Step back in time to the summer of 1954, where families flocked to Butlins Holiday Camp on Barry Island for a memorable vacation. The dining suites were bustling with excitement as holidaymakers gathered for a delicious lunch, filling the air with laughter and chatter. In June of that year, a charismatic Butlins Redcoat entertained families at the camp, ensuring smiles adorned every face. The outdoor entertainment was another highlight, drawing crowds of eager holidaymakers who eagerly watched captivating performances under the open sky at Filey's Butlins Holiday Camp. The camp embraced diversity and cultural experiences too; children dressed in traditional clothing showcased their heritage while enjoying all that Butlins had to offer. People playing Tombola added an element of fun and anticipation to their stay on July 30th. Transportation within the camp was made easy by the convenient camp train, which whisked holidaymakers around Filey's picturesque surroundings. Even Dr. Cyril Garbett, Archbishop of York himself paid a visit to experience the joyous atmosphere firsthand. The Vienna Ballroom became a hub for socializing and dancing amongst guests - both young and old alike - creating memories that would last a lifetime. And let's not forget about one of Butlins' most famous events: the Knobbly Knees Contest. Participants proudly displayed their unique knees in this quirky competition held on July 30th. But it wasn't just activities that drew visitors; Barry Island boasted an inviting open-air swimming pool where families could cool off from the summer heat while basking in pure relaxation. August brought endless sunshine and countless adventures at Butlins Holiday Camp on Barry Island – truly capturing what it meant to have an unforgettable family getaway during those golden years.