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As summer approaches, the crowds are returning to Butlins resort at Skegness - and that means it is time to employ a new crew of Redcoats.

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Join Melanie Summers (left) and Helen Barton during their four-day induction course. (Or you can see them on video by clicking on the links to the right)

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Melanie, 20, from Sutton on Sea in Lincolnshire, shows a fun sense of humour.

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Helen, 19, from Matlock in Derbyshire, impresses the bosses with her singing voice.

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Melanie gets into the swing of things during dance rehearsals.

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While Helen can't keep a straight face on the dance floor.

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Measuring up for that famous coat.

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The coat is handed over at an official presentation ceremony.

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The women are now fully fledged Redcoats and will deal with up to 7,500 visitors a day at Butlins in Skegness.