Telephone Box Book Share on Village Green

As you wander around Milford on Sea village centre, have you spotted the Telephone Box Book Share at the foot of the Village Green?

Photo by Melleford

This classic piece of British streetwear has been maintained by the Parish Council, and some years ago it was repurposed to provide a local community Book Share. Simply take any books you fancy, or add to the library collection for other people to enjoy.

Photo by Melleford

Members of the Milford on Sea Women's Institute, and local people, often give the books a tidy up as they pass.

It may now be hard to recall, but before the days of mobile phones, these red telephone boxes were the only way to contact people when you were out and about.

Those of us that are old enough, will remember putting 2p coins in the slot to make a telephone call, or if you didn't have the money, making a reverse charge call! 

We also have Milford on Sea Community Library in the village.

The village library is in Park Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QU, and open Monday & Tuesday: 2pm to 4pm - and - Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 10am to 12noon.

The community library offers much more than just books on loan, the library also hosts lots of activities and events for young and old. Everyone is welcome, so just pop in the meet the team or take a look below.

To find our more about Milford on Sea Community Library and all they have to offer, please click here.