BOYZONE star Ronan Keating was mobbed today as he went walkabouts at a Sussex holiday camp.

Chart-topping Ronan was at Butlins' new Family Entertainment Resort in Bognor to help the company launch its new image.

The pop star was besieged by holidaymakers and day visitors as he went to try out a merry-go-round chased by dozens of photographs.

Today's launch took place inside a multi-million pound new pavilion nicknamed "Baby Dome" which is at the heart of new entertainment facilities launched by Butlins.

Ronan praised the company's policy of giving young talent a chance. He revealed that his young son would probably one day want to spend a holiday at the centre. He said: "I'm sure he would love it here."

After two hours touring the centre Ronan rushed back to join the rest of BoyZone for a concert at Wembley tonight.

Don't miss tomorrow's Argus for pictures of the star's visit.

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