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Butlin's Skegness Refunds Couple Over Blood-Stained Bedding

7/24/2026

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Butlin’s Skegness resort issued a full refund to Mr. Colin Newton and his wife on July 22 after they complained about unsanitary conditions.
The couple checked in June 26, smelled a foul odor, found blood on the bedding and a yellow quilt mark, and left the next morning after 16 hours.
Butlin’s first refunded £41.50, then £83, and the Newtons filed a complaint with East Lindsey District Council, which is investigating.

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Butlin’s Skegness resort issued a full refund to Mr. Colin Newton and his wife on July 22 after they complained about unsanitary conditions.
The couple checked in June 26, smelled a foul odor, found blood on the bedding and a yellow quilt mark, and left the next morning after 16 hours.
Butlin’s first refunded £41.50, then £83, and the Newtons filed a complaint with East Lindsey District Council, which is investigating.