Ray's Italian nominated for the Muddy Stilettos Awards

Ray’s Italian Kitchen are delighted to have been nominated for the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2023 in two categories: Best restaurant in Hants & IOW and Best Café in Hants & IOW.

Anyone can vote and nominations are open until Sunday 8th May for the first round ‘favourite local business’. If they win in either of the categories, Ray’s will go into the Regional Finals.

To Vote for Ray's, please click here, you then enter your email and you will be sent a voting form. (Login twice from the email to vote for both categories.)

About Ray's Italian Kitchen

Ray’s Italian Kitchen opened in December 2018 and is owned and managed by local restaurateur, Stacey Crouch. Located in the heart of Milford on Sea, which is a foodie-renowned seaside village in the New Forest, the restaurant, takeaway and delicatessen is a place not to be missed for anyone living in or visiting Milford on Sea.

Lovingly named after Stacey’s father, Ray’s Italian Kitchen offers relaxed and sophisticated dining options throughout the day. 

In 2021 the delicatessen with a wonderful range of Italian ingredients, and hot & cold sweet & savoury treats to enjoy at home was added, alongside a luxury picnic menu to takeaway and enjoy at the beach.

Every detail of the restaurant has been carefully selected by Stacey, down to the sophisticated interior in gold and blue tones, creating a place for eating, drinking, talking and sharing.

The restaurant is open as a cafe during the day, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch. In the evening there is an extensive and tasty a la carte menu full of home-made Italian dishes with vegan and gluten free options. All of the dishes are carefully selected to be big on flavour and taste with the option of a 'Small Plate' grazing menu for sharing. To tempt you further, there is also a naughty, but delicious dessert menu. To compliment your meal there is also a comprehensive wine list.

If you would rather eat at home, there are pizza and pasta meals that you can order and enjoy as a takeaway. 

Alfresco dining can also be enjoyed in the warmer months in the sun-soaked courtyard, where flatbreads and small plates can be enjoyed until 9pm.

Ray’s Italian Kitchen, with its vibrant atmosphere, is a must eat place for both locals and visitors alike.

Ray’s Italian Kitchen

11 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF

01590 645300

info@raysitaliankitchen.co.uk

www.raysitaliankitchen.co.uk

www.facebook.com/raysitaliankitchen

Excellence Award for Milford Cards & Gifts

Milford Cards & Gifts were delighted to be rated as Excellent for Customer Experience by NFDC's New Forest Shop Doctor programme.

Owners, Sinan and Kayleigh, were delighted to receive their award, and commented: "We did it! We are so thrilled to be rated Excellent for Customer service. Thank you to everyone who has believed in us and continues to support us."

To add to the good news, Milford on Sea village shops were rated at 90% for overall customer service.

The New Forest Shop Doctor programme aims to improve the customer experience in identified town centres throughout the New Forest through a series of Shop Doctor (Mystery Shopper) visits to participating high street businesses. www.newforest.gov.uk/shopdoctor

Milford Cards & Gifts have also been nominated for 'Best Children's shop in the South' in the Muddy Stiletto Awards. 

If you would like to vote for them, please click here - you will then be asked to enter your email address at the foot of the page to receive voting details.

King's Coronation Party Supplies at Milford Cards & Gifts. The shop still has a large range of colourful hats, bunting, flags, balloons, party essentials and lots more all in stock. Please pop in to take a look, and get ready to party!

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About Milford Cards & Gifts

Sinan and Kayleigh opened Milford Cards & Gifts in Milford on Sea high street on 24th November 2018 and are now approaching the end of their fourth year in the village.

The shop specialises in a wide selection of greeting cards, gifts, beach & crabbing items and toys & games for children, with something suitable for every occasion.

In April 2023 Milford Cards & Gifts were rated as Excellent for Customer Experience by NFDC's New Forest Shop Doctor programme. In May 2023 they were also announced as finalists in the Retas Awards for their efforts in collecting for the Turkey earthquake Appeal.

Milford Cards & Gifts

35 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF

Facebook: click here

Free Family Open Day at Milford Tennis Club

Milford Tennis Club are hosting an Open Day with Free Tennis for all ages and abilities on Saturday 13th May from 10am to 12.30pm.

• 10am to 10.45am: 8 & under Coaching & Family Time
• 10.45am to 11.30am: 9+ Coaching & Family Time
• 11.30am to 12.15pm: Family Cardio
• 12.15pm to 12.30pm: Raffle Prize Draw

Prize draw for junior memberships, caps, junior t-shirts and hoodies. Refreshments available.

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If you have any questions about coaching sessions, please do not hesitate to contact:

Dan: headcoach@milfordtennisandsquash.net or 

Caitlin: coaching@milfordtennisandsquash.net

Milford Tennis & Squash Club

Lucerne Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PL

club@milfordtennisandsquash.net

www.milfordtennisandsquash.net

www.facebook.com/milfordtennissquash

Free Live Music at The Cave on Wednesday

Come down and enjoy the free live music at The Cave on Wednesday 3rd May with Emma Hardy & Paul Denson on stage.

This duo both play guitar as they sing in unison. A definite favourite with regulars at The Cave as they play to the crowd and have a nice mix of genres in their repertoire.

To hear Emma & Paul performing, please click here.

Enjoy this evening of live music over a few drinks, and if you fancy, you can also enjoy some tasty dishes from the Tapas menu.

Still to come later this month: Gavin & Chloe Wyatt on Wednesday 17th May and Lucas Raye on Wednesday 31st May.

Watch this space for more Live Music Nights at The Cave later in the year, or keep an eye on their Facebook page for updates on who's playing.

WHAT'S ON: See all the village events and activities: please click here.

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About The Cave

The Cave is a popular and vibrant Wine & Gin Bar, as well as a Tapas Restaurant and Off-Licence. The venue specialises in premier quality wines, speciality gin & tonics, spirits and beers.

The Cave has stylish and relaxing surroundings, and is the place to meet friends at any time of day for a light lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, through to pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks to finish off your evening in style. There are also regular Live Music Nights and Tasting Evenings.

This unique business has been in Milford on Sea since May 2013, and can be booked for private hire to host parties and gatherings.

The Cave

2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH

01590 642195

info@thecavemos.co.uk

www.facebook.com/TheCavewinebar

www.thecavemos.co.uk

Top Reviews for Lazy Lion's New Menu

The Lazy Lion pub /restaurant in Milford on Sea high street has been receiving excellent reviews on TripAdvisor following the launch of their Spring seasonal menu at the beginning of April.

If you need an excuse to make some time to get together with family or friends to enjoy quality food and friendly service, trying this menu could be it!

Simply book your table to enjoy a tasty home-cooked meal and warm welcome at the same time.

Take a look below to see what you fancy next time you visit!

To see all of the menus, or to book; please click here - or call: 01590 641111 or email: info@thelazylion.co.uk. 

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Forthcoming Lazy Lion Events

Pie & Pudding Night every Wednesday.

Taster Dinner Evenings. Launching their new seasonal menus:

• Thursday 29th June: Summer 5 course Taster Dinner
• Thursday 26th October: Autumn 5 course Taster Dinner

Charity Quiz Night

• Tuesday 30th May
• Tuesday 26th September
• Tuesday 28th November

WHAT'S ON: See all the Village Events & Activities: please click here.

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About The Lazy Lion

A popular village pub serving quality food for breakfast, lunch, and evening meals and situated in an historic Grade II Listed former eighteenth century inn with stables.

The pub is dog friendly, and they run regular events such as Quiz Nights & Dinner Evenings. They also hold a Pie & Pudding Night every Wednesday with a changing menu of tasty homemade pies.

Garden: The pub has a large garden with outside seating, a gazebo, and children's play area.

Private Dining Area: should you wish to enjoy a meal with family or friends (Up to 20 people) a private dining area is available.

B&B Rooms: If you have guests who wish to stay over, there are four comfortable double Bed & Breakfast Rooms. Each have modern facilities such as free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee facilities, and of course optional lunch and evening dining on hand.

The Lazy Lion was formerly known as The Red Lion until being renamed after a major refurbishment in July 2019 by current landlord Iain Robertson.

To read the history of the pub and building with contributions from the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society, please click here.

The Lazy Lion

01590 641111
info@thelazylion.co.uk
www.thelazylion.co.uk

www.facebook.com/lazylionmilford

Bingo Night coming to The Bridge

 Eye's down! Bingo Night coming to The Bridge on 10th May.

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WHAT'S ON at The Bridge: please click here. 

WHAT'S ON: See all the village events and activities: please click here.

The Bridge

Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH

01590 644861

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

www.facebook.com/Milford-on-Sea-Community-Centre

Box Office Open:

Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

Formerly: Milford on Sea Community Centre

The Millennium Clock needs funds for repairs

Back in 2000 The Millennium Clock was a wonderful addition for the village. This beautiful double-sided illuminated clock sits on the wall of Collins & Butler in Milford on Sea High Street. However, funds are needed for specialist repairs to take place.

Councillor Peter Jennions writes: In 2008 an appeal for funds to move the clock to a lower position was held. Due to the generosity of villagers, that appeal raised £3,000 and the Millennium Clock was serviced and moved lower down making it easier for villagers and visitors to see it.

Unfortunately due to the pandemic, lack of regular service and its exposed position the clock now keeps a time of its own, either six hours fast or six hours slow depending on your viewpoint.

Approximately £5,000 is now required to repair and service the clock “in-situ” by renowned clock specialist “Smiths of Derby”

Once again I am looking to our residents to raise the money needed please. I appeal to all those who would like to see our attractive clock serviced and repaired to come forward with any funds they can spare.

The Parish Council will also commit to the cost of undertaking a regular service every 18 months going forward.

To prime the fund I have pledged the first £50 and I hope there are many other prospective donors.

The Parish Office will keep a “pledge” list of prospective doners and the sum committed.

This will breathe new life into our exquisite clock once again.

Thank you. Peter 

To donate to The Millennium Clock repairs, please drop a line to:
clerk@milfordonseaparishcouncil.gov.uk, or call into the Parish Council office.

Milford on Sea Parish Council
The Old Clockhouse, 22 High Street, Milford on Sea SO41 0QD

01590 644410

clerk@milfordonseaparishcouncil.gov.uk

www.milfordonseaparishcouncil.gov.uk

The Parish Office is open most days from 10am to 3.30pm on Monday to Friday.

Adrian going to Coronation - for the 2nd Time!

Local Milford on Sea resident, Adrian Dence sang as a 13 year old chorister at the Queen's Coronation 70 years ago in 1953, and he is about to go to his second Royal Coronation.

The Sun on Sunday newspaper, on hearing the news that he dreamt of attending the King's Coronation next weekend, have somehow arranged for him, and his wife Anne, to have grandstand seats at this very special occasion.

It sounds like this will be another day that he will never forget.

To read more in an A&T Article, please click here.

Forest School Provider Award for Milford Pre-School

Milford on Sea Pre-School Plus has been recognised as a one of only a few in the whole of Hampshire to achieve becoming a Forest School Provider with the Forest School Association.

To achieve this accreditation, the school team have to send in lots of evidence of their practice, which includes evidence of illustrating the six principles that make up the unique ethos that is a Forest School.

This includes regular sessions, so the children can see changes within Little Wood (inside the school grounds) and can re-visit and develop their play, and risk taking which is so important for children to understand their limits and how to deal with risks in the future. Not to mention physical development and confidence building. 

Free play, fire lighting and the tasty snacks provided are also high up on the children’s list!

About Milford Preschool Plus

 

Milford Pre-School Plus is located in the grounds of Milford Primary School, with their own purpose built building with an immediate outdoor play area. They also have use of the school field, playground and Little Wood area where children take part in regular Forest School Activities.

In addition to the Preschool they offer out of school facilities, outdoor learning, an Afterschool Club and Holiday Clubs for Primary school aged children. 

The pre-school have a team of highly qualified and committed early years practitioners supporting the children to reach their full potential. 

Many of the team have been working with at the pre-school for over 15 years, enabling them to support the children well beyond their pre-school years. Children often return to our setting when they join after school and holiday clubs, finding it easy to settle with the same familiar faces caring for them. It also means our staff can offer better and greater support to families and siblings starting at the preschool.

Milford Pre-School Plus

Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0RF

01590 644684

www.milfordpreschoolplus.co.uk

www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063788594150

Mister Pink's looking for Evening & Weekend

Mister Pink's Fish & Chip shop in Milford on Sea village centre are looking for seasonal evening and weekend front of house members for the team. Hours range between 12 to 20 hours per week.

Candidates would need to polite and confident in talking to customers. 16 years old plus.

Please pop in for more information.

Mister Pink's

Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH

01590 642930

Learn about Aromatherapy and Essential Oils

Ellie Whitehall of Botanical Notes in Milford on Sea, is running an Introduction to Aromatherapy Workshop at The Lighthouse on Saturday 20th May from 09.30am to 11.30am.

This two hour workshop is a beginners guide to using essential oils safely.

In this workshop you learn about four different essential oils, their benefits and features, also you can discover how to make your own bespoke blend and make a hair and body wash and a massage oil to take away with you.

Ticket: £35

To book, or find out more, please click here. *There are only 10 places available.

Botanical Notes

ellie@botanicalnotes.co.uk

www.botanicalnotes.co.uk

www.facebook.com/BotanicalNotesMilfordonSea

Free Bank Holiday Live Music at The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse seaside bar and restaurant on Milford on Sea seafront have free live music with Lucas Raye at 4pm this Bank Holiday, Monday 1st May.

The free live music is outside on the terrace, and if the sun isn't shining the music will be inside.

No need to book, just grab a drink and a spot on the sea wall to enjoy your Bank Holiday!

Restaurant tables for events can be booked here or by calling: 01590 718040.

Summer Sundowners are again going to be held from 6pm Every Friday during June to the beginning of September. Enjoy free live music outside on the terrace (weather dependent). No need to book, just grab a drink and a spot on the sea wall to kick start your weekend! - Full line up coming soon.

More Event Information & Menus:

www.thelighthousemilford.co.uk/functions

All events can all be booked online or by giving The Lighthouse a call on: 01590 718040.

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About The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Restaurant

Situated on the seafront in Milford on Sea, The Lighthouse is an independent seaside bar and restaurant serving fresh, local dishes 7 days a week across Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner… and the bits in between! 

Enjoy Free Live Music at the Summer Sundowners, which are held at 6pm Every Friday during June to the beginning of September. The live music is outside on the terrace, if the weather is not great, it can sometimes be moved inside. No need to book, just grab a drink and a spot on the sea wall to kick start your weekend! 

The Lighthouse run a variety of special deals and entertainment throughout the year. To see their latest offers and events, please click here.

Private Function Room at The Lighthouse. Celebrate any occasion in the function room which can cater for private dining and small functions of 8 to 20 people. Ideal for a party, meeting or group event.

 

The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining

Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY

hello@thelighthousemilford.co.uk

www.thelighthousemilford.co.uk

www.facebook.com/thelighthousemilford

Sports Pavilion reopens after £45,000 refurbishment

A recent article in the Advertiser and Times by Roz Waters reported that the Chris Walford Pavilion at Barnes Lanes Recreation Ground has reopened following a £45,000 refurbishment.

The sports pavilion in Milford on Sea is predominantly used by the Milford on Sea boys and girls youth football and our village cricket teams.

The upgrade has now taken the building and facilities up to FA standards.

The Football Foundation funded £25,000 of the cost, the local district councillors contributed £1,600, and Milford on Sea Parish Council funded the remaining project costs. An application to New Forest District Council’s Community Support Fund for £10,000 was unsuccessful.

To read the full article and details of the changes, please click here.

About The Chris Walford Pavilion

Chris Walford looked after the pitches and facilities at the Recreation Ground in Barnes Lane for over 33 years. 

In 2021 the sports pavilion and clubhouse, which Chris almost single-handedly built, was renamed to The Chris Walford Pavilion by the Parish Council to honour the longstanding groundskeeper.

The sports pitches are used by Milford Youth FC, and Milford on Sea adult & girls cricket teams.

In 2022 a major refurbishment project commenced to bring the building and facilities up to FA standards. The work was completed and the clubhouse reopened in April 2023.

Milford on Sea Football Club is set to mark its 25th anniversary in 2023.

Chris Walford Pavilion reopening April 2023
Picture by the Advertiser and Times

Do you have an hour to spare for Milford Celebrates?

The organisers of Milford Celebrates are in urgent need of some more volunteers for the village green event to celebrate the King's Coronation on Monday 8th May. Can you spare an hour or so to ensure everything runs smoothly on the day for everyone?

No qualifications necessary, other than a willingness to help.

If you can spare a little time, please contact Clara at The Bridge* by email at: volunteer@moscommunitycentre.org.uk or call the office on 01590 644861.

*The Bridge is formerly Milford on Sea Community Centre. 

Deaf Awareness Course for Local Businesses in Milford on Sea

There is now an opportunity to teach your team or group about Deaf Awareness in Milford on Sea.

British Sign Language helps deaf people communicate with their silent world, and your business or organisation can learn about the importance of Deaf Awareness, and a enjoy a brief overview of this amazing language, in a valuable 90 minute course in Milford on Sea.

We are fortunate to have Nancy Weatherson running the course, she is a qualified Deaf Communications Professional living in the village, and she supports deaf and hard of hearing people throughout the UK.

Nancy is now offering a short course on Deaf Awareness in the village for your business or organisation. Just imagine the smiles, if you, or any of your team, could communicate with any deaf people you meet.

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DEAF AWARENESS COURSE

Normally: £350 - but, special Milford on Sea price of just £175 for your whole group.

The session is for 90 minutes, and you can have as many attendees as you want. (Subject to size of venue.)

How to book a course:

• Contact Nancy to agree a suitable date (nancy@feelhear.co.uk)
• Course Dates can be daytime, evenings or weekends
• Provide a venue to host the training
• Invite your attendees
• Come and learn about Deaf Awareness

If you only have a couple of people and wanted to pair up with another local small business or organisation for a course, that would be fine. (Maximum numbers would apply.)

If you think this is something you may be interested in, please contact Nancy now so that she is aware and can answer any of your questions. There in no commitment, but it would be useful for Nancy to know what interest exists in Milford on Sea.

Should these initial courses prove successful, more advanced courses may follow.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy on:

nancy@feelhear.co.uk

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In 2022 the BSL Act was passed, meaning that British Sign Language has now been recognised as a language of England, Wales and Scotland in its own right. This is a wonderful success for the deaf community.

Nancy works closely with Deaf Professionals and together they have created this Deaf Awareness Course, which is designed to introduce some useful communication tactics to you as an individual, or your group.

If this is something that you believe your team, or your organisation will benefit from and enjoy, now is your chance to learn something new that will really make a difference.

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To see Rose's Dance
please click here

Few that saw it, will ever forget the stunning and highly emotional dance by Rose Ayling-Ellis, as she perfectly danced in silence on Strictly Come Dancing.

Rose is a big supporter of British Sign Language. She has been deaf since birth and uses BSL herself to communicate with the world. 

She & Giovanni became Strictly Come Dancing Champions in 2021, during which they performed 'Silent Symphony', without doubt, the best ever dance on this long-running and much loved show. 

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About Nancy

Nancy is a warm and friendly person with great communication skills, and she is also a qualified Enhanced DBS Lipspeaker for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people.

Her aim is to deliver deaf awareness across the whole of the New Forest and surrounding Coastal areas and promote and highlight us as leaders in this great new initiative.

Nancy has over 20 years experience in Hotel Management where she completed her CIPD – HR Masters qualification. This is also where she started her love for British Sign Language when she passed BSL L1 back in 2006. She did this to enable her to communicate with deaf guests that visited her hotel.

Based in Milford on Sea with partner Jon, Nancy travels regularly to clients in Bristol, London, Fleet and beyond.

To find our more about Nancy, Please feel free to visit her website for further details, qualifications and testimonials: www.feelhear.co.uk

FeelHear

Nancy Weatherson

Deaf Communications Professional

nancy@feelhear.co.uk

www.feelhear.co.uk

Enhanced DBS Certificate holder | NRCPD Registered 213333

Your Editor is supporting YoungMinds

You may not be aware, but in the business world, and away from writing Milford on Sea News, I have a company with a great team at Sourcing City.

Our team are doing a 310k Step Challenge in support of YoungMinds, a charity which aims to support troubled teenagers as they make their way through difficult times in life. 

We are doing this in memory of Flo, who was was a lovely, vibrant, talented and well-loved young member of our team, and who was tragically lost to many who loved her earlier this year.

The link to Milford on Sea is tenuous. However, we have a home here, I have this platform, and I also know how generous people in Milford on Sea are when they can be! So, it would be remiss not to take this opportunity to get more support for lots of vulnerable kids if I can.

Below, is a press release we have recently published to our industry, and it may be something you might like to support if you can.

Sourcing City supporting YoungMinds and more

The team at Sourcing City have decided to support a number of charities that may be less in the limelight, but no less deserving, for the critical work they do.

YoungMinds is particularly in our thoughts at the moment, as they support, and save, troubled teenagers as they make their way through difficult times in life.

The Sourcing City team have formed a team for the YoungMinds ‘Out in the Open’ 310k Step Challenge in May. 

During our lunch breaks, and after work, we will be collectively smashing that goal. We are doing this in memory of Flo, a lovely, vibrant, talented and well-loved young member of our team, who was tragically lost to many who loved her earlier this year.

We have already hit our £500 target, but we are sure that the YoungMinds charity would benefit greatly from any more that we can raise.

If anyone would like to support us, or just keep an eye on our progress, please visit: www.justgiving.com/team/sourcingcity

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Each month throughout the year the Sourcing City team donate £250 to each of three chosen charities. This month YoungMinds, the North Guildford Food Bank and Depher have all been selected.

Every month the team will consider if we want to change any of the charities we support, and any charity close to any of us will be added.

More about the charities supported:

• YoungMinds: www.youngminds.org.uk

• North Guildford Food Bank: www.northguildfordfoodbank.co.uk

• Depher: www.depher.com

Charity Open Gardens - Enjoy or Join In

Charity Open Gardens will be taking place in Milford on Sea and surrounding gardens on Sunday 25th June from 2pm to 5pm. As well as coming to enjoy the local gardens, you can also get involved by opening your own garden to visitors.

A Map to all of the Gardens, along with a timetable will be published nearer the time.

Whilst the gardens are open, tea, coffee and cakes will be available at Tideswell, West Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0NZ, and there will also be a sale of Steve Jennings’s culinary goodies at Cobwebs, 15 Keyhaven Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QW

More information to follow nearer the event, or available from Steve on: friendsofnamuwongo@yahoo.com

All monies raised from the Charity Open Gardens will be going to Friends of NCF.

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Would you consider opening your garden this year? 

You can get involved if you have a pleasant garden of any size, shape or design, it really doesn’t matter what the garden is like. 

The Friends of NCF would love to add new gardens in Milford on Sea to this event, and all you need is a warm welcome to visitors & t be willing to put out a donations bucket. 

If you are interested please let Steve or Matthew know below:

Matthew Brearley

Tideswell, West Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0NZ
matthew@thebrearleys.net

Steve Jennings
Cobwebs, 15 Keyhaven Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QW

friendsofnamuwongo@yahoo.com

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About Friends of NCF

In 2007 the founders of Friends of NCF, Steve and Liz Jennings went to Kampala. Whilst there they met some inspirational local Ugandans who had begun a small mission teaching slum children and supporting their families. They returned home determined to help the children and families living in the slum community in Namuwongo and ‘Friends’ was born.

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Support started with the sponsorship of children in secondary education and then developed into fundraising for a school building. As the project continued to grow, ‘Friends’ began to finance a feeding programme to help the undernourished children receive a meal during their school day.

Friends of NCF also provide a free newsletter for moral or financial supporters, and welcome anyone wishing to do a fundraising event or challenge. To find out more please contact Matthew at: office@friendsofncf.org

To see more information on the work of Friends of NCF, please visit:

www.friendsofncf.org.

Donations can also be made on the website.

Friends of NCF (Namuwongo Community Foundation)

office@friendsofncf.org

www.friendsofncf.org

Coronation Sunday on the Village Green

CORONATION SUNDAY on Milford on Sea Village Green will be a fun packed afternoon from 12noon to 5pm.

The Cave is hosting this family friendly few hours of fun, laughter, magic, singing and a BBQ for everybody to enjoy.

Let’s celebrate King Charles’s Historic Coronation in true British fashion. 

• BBQ 12noon to 5pm: Supplied and cooked by our local butcher, ‘The Butchers on the Green’
• Live Music: 1pm to 2.15pm: Emma Hardy 
• Live Music: 2.15pm to 2.45pm:Max Elmore
• Magician: 2.15pm to 4.15pm: Jamie Adams
• Family Games: Dad/Mum in the Stocks, Rat down a Drainpipe, Basketball Hoops, etc…

WHAT'S ON: See all the village events and activities: please click here.

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About The Cave

The Cave is a popular and vibrant Wine & Gin Bar, as well as a Tapas Restaurant and Off-Licence. The venue specialises in premier quality wines, speciality gin & tonics, spirits and beers.

The Cave has stylish and relaxing surroundings, and is the place to meet friends at any time of day for a light lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, through to pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks to finish off your evening in style. There are also regular Live Music Nights and Tasting Evenings.

This unique business has been in Milford on Sea since May 2013, and can be booked for private hire to host parties and gatherings.

The Cave

2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH

01590 642195

info@thecavemos.co.uk

www.facebook.com/TheCavewinebar

www.thecavemos.co.uk

Ray's Italian brings Italy to Milford on Sea

Your Italian larder, and sweet & savoury takeaway in the heart of Milford on Sea!

In addition to all the restaurant has to offer, there is a whole range of speciality Italian goods for you take home, from olive oil to cheese, pasta, Italian ingredients and much more.

Also, not to missed is the tasty selection of hot and cold freshly baked savoury treats, together with ever changing delicious home-baked cakes and other sweet delights.

The images below are likely to get your taste buds going, but nothing beats calling in and seeing these delights in person.

Regional Italian Wine Dinner

Ray's Italian will be hosting another special Wine Dinner on Thursday 9th June. the evening will consist of 4 regional Italian courses, paired with a  selection of Italian wines.

Booking now being taken at £59.95 per person

Please note: The Wine & Cicchetti Dinner on 17th May is now sold out with a waiting list. So please book early for the dinner above on 01590 645300.

About Ray's Italian Kitchen

Ray’s Italian Kitchen opened in December 2018 and is owned and managed by local restaurateur, Stacey Crouch. Located in the heart of Milford on Sea, which is a foodie-renowned seaside village in the New Forest, the restaurant, takeaway and delicatessen is a place not to be missed for anyone living in or visiting Milford on Sea.

Lovingly named after Stacey’s father, Ray’s Italian Kitchen offers relaxed and sophisticated dining options throughout the day. 

In 2021 the delicatessen with a wonderful range of Italian ingredients, and hot & cold sweet & savoury treats to enjoy at home was added, alongside a luxury picnic menu to takeaway and enjoy at the beach.

Every detail of the restaurant has been carefully selected by Stacey, down to the sophisticated interior in gold and blue tones, creating a place for eating, drinking, talking and sharing.

The restaurant is open as a cafe during the day, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch. In the evening there is an extensive and tasty a la carte menu full of home-made Italian dishes with vegan and gluten free options. All of the dishes are carefully selected to be big on flavour and taste with the option of a 'Small Plate' grazing menu for sharing. To tempt you further, there is also a naughty, but delicious dessert menu. To compliment your meal there is also a comprehensive wine list.

If you would rather eat at home, there are pizza and pasta meals that you can order and enjoy as a takeaway. 

Alfresco dining can also be enjoyed in the warmer months in the sun-soaked courtyard, where flatbreads and small plates can be enjoyed until 9pm.

Ray’s Italian Kitchen, with its vibrant atmosphere, is a must eat place for both locals and visitors alike.

To book, please call 01590 645300 or email: info@raysitaliankitchen.co.uk

Ray’s Italian Kitchen

11 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF

01590 645300

info@raysitaliankitchen.co.uk
www.raysitaliankitchen.co.uk
www.facebook.com/raysitaliankitchen