WE ALL need dreams to keep us going.

Dreams can be the batteries that power us up. And for pensioner Brenda Mack-fall, being a Butlins Red Coat has always been one of her most ardent desires.

At 67, Brenda has been granted her dearest wish and is to put on the famous jacket for a day at a Butlins holiday camp in Skegness, where she will greet visitors, organise games and help to raise a smile.

Brenda is thrilled and says this is "another challenge to tick off" her list.

The only trouble is, now she will have to come up with a fresh life-long ambition.

Updated: 10:27 Tuesday, September 11, 2001