Butlins Skyline Pavillion

The Skyline Pavilion is the beating heart of Butlins Minehead - that distinctive building where the real action happens if you're staying at the resort. It's where the evening shows take place, where you'll find the bars and entertainment spaces, and honestly, it's the reason most families book in for a week of traditional seaside holiday chaos.

Inside, it's all red velvet seats, a proper theatre setup, and the kind of energy you only get when you've got hundreds of holidaymakers in one room waiting for the next act. The shows themselves range from live bands to comedy to dance routines - nothing cutting edge, but that's rather the point. There's something wonderfully retro about the whole experience, in the best way possible.

You'll get the most from it if you're the type who embraces the full Butlins experience - kids who want to run around with Redcoats, adults who fancy a few drinks and some live music without leaving the resort. Solo travellers and quiet types might find it a bit much. Access is technically free if you're staying at the resort; if you're not, you'd need to enquire about day visitor rates.

The Pavilion sits right at Butlins Minehead itself, just 0.2 miles from the main accommodation. It's the glue that holds the whole operation together - you can't really experience a Butlins holiday without spending time here. For a nostalgic seaside break with guaranteed entertainment sorted, it works.