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Tuesday 21 May 2024

Bowls Big Weekend - Give it a free go!

Milford on Sea Bowls Club is one of the bowls clubs throughout England who are taking part in Bowls England Bowls Big Weekend on Sunday 26th May 2024 from 2.30pm to 5pm - and everyone is invited.

The afternoon is free and ideal for families, or individual players wanting to try bowls. 

The Bowls Big Weekend event will include the opportunity for anyone, of any age, to have a go at bowls - either in a formal rink arrangement or bowls related fun games. Children 16 years and under should be accompanied by an adult.

For younger children, under shoe size 5, please ensure suitable flat-soled shoes are worn.

There will also be refreshments available at a nominal charge in the pavilion.

This is a free entry, open, fun-day event with absolutely no obligation. Everyone welcome.

To book, please visit: www.milfordonseabowlsclub.org - or select Milford on Sea Bowls Club on www.bowlsbigweekend.com.

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About Milford on Sea Bowls Club

The Milford on Sea Bowls Club was founded in 1933 and provides an inviting seafront location for its members to enjoy the playing of bowls and participate in numerous social events.

The Club’s Green has six bowling rinks that are amongst the finest in the area. Situated on Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, the club enjoys spectacular views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight and the Needles.

Members come from Milford on Sea, Everton, New Milton, Barton and Lymington areas.

The outdoor playing season typically runs from early April until late September. The mixed membership has Club roll ups on Wednesday and Friday afternoons and the club participates in the New Forest and Bournemouth & District Leagues Mens and Ladies Men’s Leagues and are members of the Hampshire County Bowling Association. During the Autumn & Winter months the players enjoy indoor, short mat bowls in the clubhouse.

Milford on Sea Bowls Club-21st June 1933
Photo Courtesy of Chris Hobby
Regular club social events are held throughout the year, both outdoors and in the clubhouse building which has a licensed bar available for the use of members and their visitors.

New members always welcome.




Club Open to the Public to try or play bowls

Locals and visitors are invited to give bowls a go on some days of the week when there are no league matches, competitions and/or special events taking place. Shoes and bowls available to hire for a nominal charge. 

You can see the weekly timetable on the clubs website.

Members from the club will be on hand to help if you want a little guidance whether a new rookie bowler, or an experienced league player.

If you would like to play on the bowling green, please pop in and speak to the Duty Steward at the club who will be able to help you - or contact the club through their website at www.milfordonseabowlsclub.org.

Milford on Sea Bowls Club
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY
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Summer Sundowners back at The Lighthouse Every Friday

The Lighthouse are delighted to once again be hosting live music Every Friday at their Summer Sundowners.

The music is free to listen to, so simply pop down, grab a drink or meal and enjoy the ost of artists coming to entertain throughout the summer.

First up on Friday 24th May 2024: 
Ryan Butterworth

Ryan competed in BBC1's talent show Let It Shine in 2017 where he made it through to the live finals singing 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For' by U2. 

He also performed in the finals alongside The Kaiser Chiefs.

Meet Ryan:

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Summer Sundowners Programme


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Summer Sundowners 

The very entertaining Summer Sundowners are now running at The Lighthouse, with live music starting at 6pm every Friday until September 2024. There is also be Bank Holiday Monday live music at 4pm.

There is a full programme of artists coming to perform, and you can enjoy their sounds for free.

For all of the Summer Sundowners there is no need to book, just grab a drink and a spot on the sea wall, enjoy the music and kick start your weekend!

24th May 2024 Ryan Butterworth | BH Mon 27th May (4pm) Sophia Handscomb | 31st May Gemma Hayward | 7th June Paul Kinvig | 14th June Dave Baker | 21st June Lewis Power | 28th June Jus Jammin | 5th July Fern Barnes | 12th July Scott Haynes | 19th July Ryan & Nat | 26th July Marco Di Gaetano | 2nd August Allan Bailey | 9th August Ray Foster | 16th August David Mein | 23rd August Ed Martin Duo | 26th August (4pm) Sophia Handscomb | 30th August Jack Dippy.

To see the artist performing each week, please visit: 

Please Note: As the music is outside and weather dependent. Please check The Lighthouse social media pages if the weather isn’t looking great. 

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About The Lighthouse

Situated on Milford on Sea seafront, The Lighthouse is an independent & relaxed seaside bar and restaurant serving up fresh, local dishes throughout the day seven days a week, including breakfast, lunch and dinner.

For bright days, the outside terrace is a great place for an alfresco drink or meal.

The Lighthouse also offer a takeaway service with hot & cold snacks, ice creams & drinks for beachgoers and walkers.

Entertainment: Throughout the year, regular entertainment events are held, featuring live music, tribute acts, and dining events. Plus of course the popular Friday Summer Sundowners.

Private Dining and Events: The Lighthouse Function Room can cater for groups of 30 from Sunday to Wednesday, and 50 on Fridays and Saturdays. Ideal for getting together with loved ones, or for a meeting or group event. Sit down meal and buffet options available for exclusive use hire.

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The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY
01590 718040
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'Milford on Sea is a Timeless Treasure in the New Forest' - Video

One of the best tourism videos we have seen promoting Milford on Sea has been published by Visit The New Forest.

The narrator describes Milford on Sea as a 'Timeless Treasure in the New Forest', who can argue with that. - Judge for yourself by clicking the image below to view the Visit The New Forest video.

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Visit the New Forest



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Monday 20 May 2024

Be a D-Day Hero at Hurst Castle over May Half Term

Hurst Castle will be running their 'Be a D-Day Hero' over the May Half Term from 10am to 5.30pm every day from Saturday 25th May 2024 to Sunday 9th June 2024.

Hurst Castle will be commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day landings, and young visitors can become a 'D-Day Hero'.

Bring the family and join the D-Day Landings Trail. Map plotting skills will be tested as visitors find letters around the castle in a Battleship-style 'Hit or Miss' activity. Complete the trail successfully to win a reward and become a D-Day Hero.

As they have fun, the kids will learn a little bit about the history of the D-Day Landings.

Start your family adventure and take a leisurely ferry to Hurst Castle.

Ferries depart daily from Keyhaven at 10am and then approximately every 20-30 minutes.

Activity included in your Hurst Castle admission fee.


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Hurst Castle Opening Times 2024: 

27th March to 4th November 2024 - 10am to 5.30pm Daily.

  • Adult: £7.50 - Concession: £7 - Child: (5-17 years) £5.50
  • Family: (2 adults, 3 children) £24 - Children under 5: Free
  • A Local Resident Annual Pass is available for people living locally to Hurst Castle

Well behaved dogs on short leads welcome in Castle and on Ferry.

Take the Ferry to Hurst Castle: www.hurstcastle.co.uk/how-to-get-here

For further information about your visit please call 01590 642500 or email:
info@hurstcastle.co.uk

See What's On at Hurst Castle, please click here.

Friends of Hurst Castle

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Click & Collect from The Paddle on the Green

The Paddle on the Green on Church Hill Milford on Sea, have a Click & Collect Service to save you time.

This online takeaway service features the entire food & drinks menu from The Paddle on the Green. So, if you are ever in a rush and looking for some tasty food on the go, the click and collect service is ideal.

To use the service, simply visit https://paddleonthegreen.touchtakeaway.net, place your order and pop in to collect when it’s ready.


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About The Paddle on the Green

The delightful small café and takeaway overlooks Milford on Sea Village Green and is owned by Donna  Darbishire and husband Harry.

The Paddle on The Green is an extension of their family run cafe in Highcliffe on Sea. In Milford on Sea they wanted to create a place where people could come to contemplate life and enjoy tasty, homemade food and drink, without having to do the washing up or put on a tie!

A creative range of dishes feature; avocado, smoked salmon, eggs, halloumi and prosciutto. There are also; homemade American pancakes, homemade granola, sourdough toasties, ciabatta rolls filled with bacon ,sausage, egg, cheese and more. Added to this, you can enjoy a large range of speciality coffees, various teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee, smoothies and milkshakes.

There is also a click & collect service if you would like to save time by pre-ordering.

The Paddle on the Green
4 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, United Kingdom
01590 642718

Opening Hours:
Monday and Thursday to Saturday: 8am to 2pm
Sunday: 9am to 2pm
Closed: Tuesday & Wednesday
[Please note: Table bookings on taken]

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Clare cycling from Ho Chi Minh to Angkor Wat for Oakhaven

Clare Southcombe from 'No64 Biscuit House' and her friend Jackie Baybut are peddling more than 400km, from Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam to Angkor Wat in Cambodia, leaving on 2nd November this year.

Cycling for seven days, through two of the worlds most fascinating countries, will be a big test as humidity will be high, and temperatures will be mid-high 30's. But, they determined to complete this amazing challenge as it's to raise money for their chosen charity, Oakhaven Hospice in Lymington.

Both Clare and Jackie have experienced, first hand, the care that Oakhaven has given to their own friends and family. It really is a special place, an umbrella to shelter under during very difficult times.

They would like to clarify that this challenge has been fully funded by them, every penny donated will go straight to the hospice.

Clare commented: "Hand on heart, this is a massive challenge (honestly we are both more suited to having lunch at The Pig), but we are hoping that, through blood, sweat and tears, to raise as much as we possibly can for this fantastic charity, a charity we are so lucky to have in our community.

Anything you can so kindly donate, will definitely make a difference to a person's life.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Clare and Jackie x"

To make a donation, please click here.

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About Oakhaven Hospice

Oakhaven Hospice provides specialist palliative care and support to those facing life-limiting illness and their loved ones in both a home and hospice setting. 

Every year Oakhaven Hospice needs to raise £6.3 million to provide expert end-of-life care and support to our community. By donating you will make a real difference to people living with a diagnosis, facing death or coming to terms with a bereavement.

£47 is the cost of an hours care in the hospice inpatient unit.
£94 could pay for two counselling sessions.

£126 is the daily cost for a patient to attend day hospice.

£245 is a three hour visit at a patients home from a Clinical Nurse Specialist.

The team of specialist Oakhaven nurses, doctors, counsellors and physiotherapists ease physical symptoms and offer psychological, spiritual and social support. The care is tailored to suit the needs of each individual and, with a blend of expertise and compassion, the team offers support for people when they need it most.

No64 Biscuit House
64 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD
01590 643765

Biscuit Cottage

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Half Term Tennis Camps at Milford Tennis Club

Milford Tennis Club are hosting Half Term Camps for ages 5 to 16 years old. All camps are open to both members and non-members.

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Junior Half Term Camp is for ages 10 to 16 years old
Thursday 30th May 2024 - 9am to 3pm

The Junior Half Term Camp is coached by Caitlin Inglis, and features tennis and multi-sports camps.

The day runs from 9am to 3pm with a lunch break from 12noon to 1pm. (Please bring packed lunch, lunch is not included).

Members £30 - Non-Members: £45.

Caitlin Inglis is a LTA Accredited Level 4 Senior Performance Coach.

or for more information contact:

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Half Term Camp is for ages 8 to 10 years old
Wednesday 29th May 2024 - 9am to 12.30pm

Mini Orange/Green Tennis Camp working on the fundamentals of tennis, such as, movement, coordination, technique and matchplay. Ideal for Beginners, Improvers, and Intermediate.

Members £18 - Non-Members: £25

or for more information contact:
headcoach@milfordtennisandsquash.net

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Half Term Camp is for ages 5 to 10 years old
Tuesday 28th May 2024 - 9am to 12.30pm

Mini Red Tennis Camp will cover all aspects of tennis from movement, co-ordination, racket and ball skills and technique. Ideal for Beginners, Improvers, and Intermediate.

or for more information contact:
headcoach@milfordtennisandsquash.net

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Milford Tennis & Squash Club

New members are always warmly welcomed at Milford Tennis & Squash Club, simply pop down to take a look and have a chat!

For more information please contact: club@milfordtennisandaquash.net

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


Milford Tennis & Squash Club
Lucerne Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PL
01590 643899
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Neal’s Yard Remedies from Ellie

Local Milford on Sea resident, Ellie Whitehall is a Neal's Yard Remedies consultant for their award winning health and beauty products that are natural, organic and ethical.

Ellie is an aromatherapist and can supply the full range of Neal's Yard Remedies oils and skincare products.  

She also offers workshops about Menopause, aging well, aromatherapy and skincare. If you are interested in holding any of these or would like further information do get in touch.

To see Ellie's range, please click here.


Neal’s Yard Remedies - Independent Consultant
Ellie Whitehall
07712 484852


PS: Cat Sitting Service

Ellie can also provide a cat sitting service. So if you are out at work, or you are going away for a few days, or a week, she can pop round to feed your cat, and as shes says ' give them plenty of cuddles'. She is also happy to water your plants.

To find out more and to see Ellie's availability and prices, please visit https://catinaflat.co.uk/pet-sitter/540071.

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Sunday 19 May 2024

New Type 1 Diabetes Support Group

We have spotted that there is a new Type 1 Diabetes Support Group on Facebook for local people.

The new group covers those who live in Milford on Sea and across the New Forest, and new members are being invited to provide support and information for each other.

To join the group, or to find out more, please click here.

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The Karen Pitt Sextet at JAM on Friday

 This month’s jazz guests at JAM on Friday 24th May 2024 at 8pm are The Karen Pitt Sextet.

This fabulous group of musicians led by Swing Unlimited Big Band’s talented songstress Karen Pitt was founded in 2009 and has been wowing audiences ever since. The musical talents of SUBB are showcased in a more intimate manner with Karen’s vocals at the forefront of their beautiful jazz sound.

Meet the Band: please click here.

The evening will be hosted by local band, Windmill.

Entry: £12. Buy ticket in advance, or pay on door. 

Bar open on night. Everyone welcome.

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About Jam (Jazz at Milford)
JAM presents live Jazz & Swing Every Fourth Friday at The Bridge.

Entry is £12 and you can buy tickets in advance, or pay on door. The bar is also open for you to enjoy a drink during the show.

Acts are booked several months in advance and can be seen at:
www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk/calendar/whats-on.

Everyone is welcome.

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The Bridge 
Formerly: Milford on Sea Community Centre
Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH
01590 644861

Box Office Open:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

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Miggy Walks a Marathon for Oakhaven

Local Milford on Sea artist, Miggy Flux yesterday completed a 26 mile walk in 10 hours in aid of the Oakhaven Hospice Trust, raising over £1000 so far.

Ten years ago Miggy had a total knee replacement. Before starting training, she had to get her knee checked out as she had been told that the type of prosthesis she had has now been withdrawn due to some causing problems! 

Prior to completing the walk, Miggy trained by walking the entire course in sections, before taking it all on in one go.

Miggy is still accepting donations for Oakhaven, if you would like to know more, please click here.

Well done Miggy, you have shown what can be done when someone has the determination to complete a challenge.

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About Miggy Flux

Miggy is an accomplished artist who lives in Milford on Sea. Her painting are atmospheric and often feature seascapes and landscapes.

She is also chairman of the Milford Art Group.

Miggy has had a colourful life, having been born in Pakistan, childhood in India, Retired Registered Nurse, She loves sailing, the sea, travelling, adventure, painting, her dog and husband, - and food!

In 2023, Miggy won a prize for her painting at the New Forest County Show. She also reached the final round of SAA Artists of the Year 2023. 

You can see more of Miggy's art on her Facebook page. Please click here.

Miggy Flux
07565 591102 - 01590 642706
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Salsa Night with Atlantico and Danie at The Bridge

Anyone who likes to take to the floor with a Latin beat, os simply enjoys watching Salsa Dancing, then the Salsa Night with Atlantico and Danie on Saturday 1st June at The Bridge is just for you.

Get ready to sizzle and shake with our very own village Salsa teacher, Danie Evergreen. She’ll take you by the hand and lead you down the spicy path of salsa, so you can groove to the beats of Atlantico.

Atlantico’s music is a nod to the glorious era of Cumbia in the 1900s, when legends like Lucho Bermudez and Climaco Sarmiento ruled the airwaves. 

But don’t be fooled, their high energy and passion will make your body move to ANY tropical rhythm from Colombia’s Atlantic coast, be it cumbia, vallenato, salsa, merengue or mambo.

So grab your dancing shoes and let’s get this party started!

Tickets: £15 from The Bridge Box Office.

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Salsa Classes with Dani

Danie's also holds Salsa Classes in Milford on Sea every Friday.

The classes are friendly and supportive, with small numbers so that you get more attention and plenty of time to ask questions. It's not just about learning to dance but being part of a community. The dancers regularly go to a local pub for a drink & chat after class.

All abilities welcome. For those who have done salsa before the classes teach LA/NY Cross body style salsa.

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Classes held on Fridays in The Bridge Dance Studio.

- Beginners: 7.15pm to 8.15pm
- Improvers 8.15pm to 9.15pm

Pay as you go. £8 for one class, £12 for both.


Book your class at The Bridge Box Office.

For more information, and questions answered, please click here.

Salsa with Danie

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The Bridge has a wide variety of entertainment with something for everyone. 
Check out what is coming up at www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk/whats-on.

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The Bridge 
Formerly: Milford on Sea Community Centre
Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH
01590 644861

The Bridge Box Office Open:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm
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Saturday 18 May 2024

Look Out for Red Hats This Weekend

As you wander around the village this weekend you may see ladies resplendent in Red Hats and wonder what the red hats signify.

Well, the girls are a fun bunch of members from the Red Hat Society. This weekend a group of 50 members are staying at South Lawn Hotel and looking to have a great time in Milford on Sea.

Give them a wave if you see them, I'm sure they would be happy to chat too.


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About The Red Hat Society

The Red Hat Society is a unique international playgroup for women that promotes our passion of fun, friendship, fitness, the freedom to express ourselves in positive ways, and a dedication to the fulfilment of lifelong dreams, gained all through the power of fun!

The Red Hat Society

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About South Lawn Country Hotel and Cedar Tree Restaurant

South Lawn is a busy hotel in an enviable location with an excellent reputation for both the hotel and its restaurant, The Cedar Tree. This charming country hotel is dog friendly and set in five acres of landscaped grounds, close to Milford on Sea village and the coast.

Since late 2015, the hotel has been privately owned & managed by Tim & Nikki Wedgwood.

The Cedar Tree Restaurant is open to all and serves tasty breakfasts, great value lunches, as well as delicious afternoon cream teas, which can be served in the hotel gardens. In the evenings, traditional and international cuisine is served with a wide range of fine wines available to complement your meal.

The Terrace is ideal for exclusive and relaxed outdoor entertaining and for light lunches and leisurely afternoon teas.

Accommodation: In spring 2022, South Lawn added 24 new bedrooms in a new extension, taking the hotel to 51 en-suite bedrooms with the majority having views over the gardens and beyond. 

The hotel is dog friendly and your furry friend is welcome to stay in a designated room.

Event Venue: In 2023, the hotel added The Pavilion to replace The Cornwallis Suite. This large space is 18m x 9m and can be used as one large private hire room or event space, it can also be divided into 3 smaller suites for use by as few as 20 people. Each side has bi-folds doors which open onto semi-private terraces.

There is also a boardroom for smaller private meetings or gatherings.

Awards: In the Summer of 2023, South Lawn was rated as 'Excellent' on TripAdvisor, and the No.1 hotel in the New Forest. TripAdvisor also recognised South Lawn as the 'No1 Best Value' of 2,955 places to stay in the UK. 

In 2024, South Lawn were accredited with the 'Best of the Best' Award by Tripadvisor, a recognition achieved by only 1% of hotels worldwide, and they were also No.14 in the world in the Tripadvisor Best Pet Friendly Hotels.


South Lawn Hotel & Cedar Tree Restaurant
Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0RF
01590 643911


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Tuesday 14 May 2024

Vote for Verveine in the Good Food Guide Awards

Verveine, the highly regarded fish restaurant in Milford on Sea, have been nominated for the Top 100 Local Independent Restaurants in the UK by the Good Food Guide.

It would be great if the village could get behind them and help them to win!

To find out more, or to vote, please click here.

Address for voting: 
Verveine, 98 High Street, Milford on Sea, Hampshire, SO41 0QE.

All Nomination have the chance to win a £250 restaurant voucher.


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About Verveine Fishmarket Restaurant

Verveine was opened in February 2010 by renowned chef/patron David Wykes. This exceptional fish restaurant provides a unique dining experience, whilst serving imaginative, unusual, and exciting modern dishes. A visit to Verveine ensures high quality dining in a relaxed atmosphere.

The restaurant holds a Five Star Exceptional Food Rating in the renowned Harden's Guide.

To read more about this fascinating restaurant, please click here.


Verveine Fishmarket Restaurant
98 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 642176


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New Facebook page for Silva Handyman Solutions

At the end of last month we ran the article below about Jay and his handyman services in Milford on Sea village. He has now launched a new dedicated Facebook page for Silva Handyman Solutions.

To visit Jay's new Facebook page, please click here.

Silva Handyman Solutions
07415 358532  
jrui.silva@hotmail.com
Facebook - Please click here.

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Jay - The Singing Village Handyman

Jay Laroye originates from Portugal, and now lives with his family in Milford on Sea providing handyman services.

Jay is happy to help out wherever he can, with things such as; odd jobs, flat pack assembly, plumbing, and a lot more... He also has a van for things you might like to move or have collected locally.

His Facebook page also has lots of compliments from satisfied customers.

If you need something doing, you can contact Jay on 07415 358532 or jaylaroye@hotmail.com.

As well as his handyman services, Jay is an accomplished Portuguese musician, and the lead singer/songwriter at Página Jay Laroye.

One of his tracks below, Dáme tú Amor (Give me your Love) has a video featuring Jay and scenes in and around Milford on Sea. 

Click image to listen to Dáme tú Amor by Jay Laroye

You can see more of Jay's music videos on his YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/user/jaylaroye.


Silva Handyman Solutions
07415 358532  
jrui.silva@hotmail.com
Facebook - Please click here.

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