We all love living in Milford on Sea, and I would be surprised if we did not all like to support local businesses, and landmarks such as Hurst Castle.
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For this year's Hurst Castle Christmas Card, Keyhaven artist Tessa van Hasselt has kindly donated an oil painting of Hurst Castle in the snow, complete with a Christmas tree.
Last year, sales of Christmas cards raised £700 and it is hoped to match or even exceed this figure in 2012.
The Hurst Castle Christmas Cards are available at £3.50 for a packet of ten from Milford newsagent The Village News on the south side of the green in the centre of the village.
Mark at Village News have very kindly agreed to sell Hurst Castle cards at no cost.
Alternatively, cards can be delivered locally or sent by post for an additional charge. Please telephone Jonathan Goodall on 07831 17770 leaving a clear message with your name and telephone number together with your instructions. He will then call you back as soon as possible to confirm arrangements.
If you are quick, you are also able to buy the original painting by Tessa van Hasselt (minus the Christmas tree) at the Community Centre where it is now on display.
All proceeds from the sale of both the cards and the painting will go directly to the conservation of Hurst Castle. What a nice way to help out maintain our local heritage.
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Talking of Hurst Castle, have you taken a look at their website recently? nope, didn't think so!
There is now a really nice five minute film showing the castle from the air, and if you have the time and interest, you can find out some fasinating facts by listening to Dennis Skillicorn's (former BBC Radio Solent presenter) audio tour of Hurst Castle.
Dennis will show you round Hurst Castle with a fascinating insight into its rich and varied history. From its origins under Henry VIII to the imprisonment of Charles I, through Napoleonic times and two world wars, you'll discover how guns and searchlights were developed and learn about the important role of lighthouses.
The audio Guided Tour is also available as a downloadable digital album, or to buy from the castle itself. All of the proceeds go towards the restoration and maintenance of the building.
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