NFDC Online Survey on Milford on Sea Beachfront Facilities

New Forest District Council are inviting residents and visitors to complete an an online survey to share their experiences and opinions on beachfront facilities at Milford on Sea.

The survey focuses on gathering feedback about the accessibility and appearance of public facilities in the areas, such as beach shelters and toilets which are provided and managed by the council.

Participants are encouraged to express their views on the overall experience, ensuring that these important amenities meet the community's needs. The survey also touches on environmental concerns and asks for views on levels of litter in the areas, and awareness of the council's 'Crabby' anti-litter campaign.

NFDC Councillor Geoffrey Blunden, Portfolio Holder for Environment and Sustainability, said, "Gaining this feedback is invaluable in helping us shape the future of our beachfront facilities. We want to enhance accessibility and ensure an enjoyable environment for everyone to enjoy."

To participate and contribute to the improvement of these local amenities, residents and visitors are encouraged to complete the online survey on the council's website. Please click here.

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As an aside, in November 2023, NFDC unveiled new beach hut style toilets in Barton on Sea, replacing the previous toilets which were installed in 2009.

I think this demonstrates that the NFDC are taking aesthetic design into very practical facilities.

The bright door colours were chosen to provide a visible contrast for visually impaired people, and they are coated in aluminium to offer resilience against the coastal conditions.

The toilets have durable weatherboard cladding and a pitched roof, with integrated solar tiles which power external LED way-finder lighting.

There is also an external shower, water bottle refill station, and a bike rack. The accessible unisex toilet, the larger space with a pink door, is opened with a radar key.

Local New Forest suppliers were used for this project. The metalwork is from a company in Totton, the cubicle systems are from a company based in New Milton, hand washing from a company in Salisbury, and the architects are from Lymington.

It is nice to see such consideration being given to the design of a functional building.

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