Tea, Toast & Toys for toddlers at All Saints'

All Saint's Church have launched a new social group for the parents and carers of babies and toddlers.

The group is meeting on Tuesday 8th February from 9:30am to 11am in All Saints' Church Hall and everyone is welcome to come along.

If you are a parent, grandparent or carer with a baby or toddler aged 0-4, or expecting your first baby soon, come along for tea and toast (and toys) to share your ideas and say 'hi'. The team would love to meet you.

To find out more, please click here.

More events will be planned and we will let you know when all are confirmed.

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All Saints' Church & Church Hall
Greenbanks Close, Milford on Sea, SO41 0SQ
01590 644992

office@allsaintsmilford.co.uk
www.allsaintsmilford.co.uk
www.facebook.com/AllSaintsMilfordOnSea

Holiday Camps at Milford Tennis Club

Milford Tennis Club are running Tennis Camps for a range of childrens' ages in the February Half-Term.

The camps are great for all levels of play.

Bookings are now being taken. Please see below for details:

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To book or for more information please contact head Coach, Dan Hitchins at 

headcoach@milfordtennisandsquash.net - or take a look at the other activities they provide on the website link below.

Milford Tennis & Squash Club

Lucerne Road, Milford-on-Sea, SO41 0PL

www.milfordtennisandsquash.net

Kombucha Workshop at Saltwater Café

Saltwater Café are hosting a Kombucha Workshop on Thursday 24th February at 6pm to 7.30pm.

Learn what Kombucha is, how to make it and take home your own kit with your first batch underway.

The session will be run by Nikki, and you can find out more about her and nutrition by visiting her website below.

For more information, please contact Nikki on:

info@nutritionwithnikki.com.

Nutrition with Nikki

www.nutritionwithnikki.com

Saltwater Café

106 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE

01590 643518

www.saltwatermilford.com

www.facebook.com/saltcafe106

Saltwater Café launched new menu

Saltwater Café have launched a new menu from this month which is packed with tasty treats. 

Alongside a range of breakfast favourites are lunches which include burgers, Sushi, Boa buns and vegetarian dishes.

They are also offering a Sunday Brunch Menu as an alternative to a traditional Sunday roast.

In addition to this, they also now have a new website at: www.saltwatermilford.com for you to keep up to date with all they offer.

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Saltwater Café

106 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE

01590 643518

www.saltwatermilford.com

www.facebook.com/saltcafe106

February Offers at The Cave

The Cave on Milford on Sea village green are running a number of Special Offers throughout February.

10% OFF: Monday to Friday - 5pm to 7pm:

• Draught Beers: Peroni, Krombacher, Meantime IPA and Guinness
• All Red, White & Rose House Wines

10% OFF: Monday to Friday - 6pm to 7pm:

• Sharing Platters & Tapas Style Dishes

Sounds like a nice way to start an evening!

The Cave
2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH
01590 642195
www.facebook.com/TheCavewinebar
www.thecavemos.co.uk

Will Hurst Castle be fully repaired?

The Advertiser & Times have published an article in which it says that English Heritage has been engaged in a major project to strengthen the coastal defences surrounding the historic fort, but it is warning that long-term plans for the castle will only become clear once a feasibility study has been completed.

Picture by Graeme Blackwood

To read the full article, please click here.

Hurst Castle

01590 642500

info@hurstcastle.co.uk

www.hurstcastle.co.uk

Success of Milford Village Pantomime!

A few words from Brenda Evans, Director of the Milford Village Pantomime:

A big thank you to everyone involved with “Sleeping Beauty” and to our audiences who were such a pleasure to entertain. The village has been abuzz with compliments and many people have said it was just what they needed after the last two years – a good laugh and lots of fun!

One of the highlights was “The Twelve Weeks of Lockdown Song” so we have now put it on YouTube so that you can enjoy it again.

To view video, please click here.

The pantomime is such a popular community event that every performance was sold out Not only does it provide top quality entertainment to audiences but it brings people together as volunteers in cast and crew who make lasting friendships. As one volunteer put it “It has changed my life”. It involves the local dance school, village children and adults and draws upon the multi talents and generosity of the inhabitants of Milford and surrounding areas.

Brenda Evans, Director

If you would like to be involved in next year’s panto please contact me at: brendavoce@hotmail.com or 07702 858987.

Hairdressing in your own home

Debbie Maidment is a Mobile Hairdresser who lives in Milford on Sea and she has 32 years experience in hairdressing. (Debbie can also been seen on occasions helping out Mark in the Village News at the foot of Milford on Sea green.)

Due to the pandemic, this busy mobile hairdresser now has a few regular spaces for new clients in the local area.

 

To have a chat about what you may need or to find out more, please click here for Debbie's phone number, or send her an email by clicking here.

Occasional Magazine from MoSHRS

The Milford on Sea Historical Record Society periodically publishes an Occasional Magazine full of interesting history of the village. The magazine is now in its 39th edition.

A recent article in the Hampshire Chronical gives an interesting insight to the 2022 edition of Occasional Magazine. Please click here to read.

The Milford on Sea Historical Record Society was founded in January 1909 and is still going strong with 200 members, and of course anyone is welcome to join.

Copies of the Occasional Magazine can be obtained from www.milfordhistory.org.uk.

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The Milford on Sea Historical Record Society has an excellent website with a lot of information and old pictures of Milford on Sea in the past. 

The MOSHRS meet 5 times a year where you can hear an interesting talk and meet people from across the village. There are also annual visits to places of interest. Membership is just £10. 

To find out more; please click here.

MoS Historical Record Society

www.milfordhistory.org.uk 

 

Greening Challenge Reminder

Following the successful Greening Campaign’s Public Meeting on the 1st December, the organisers send their thanks to those who have already completed and returned their Greening challenge cards which were included in the December edition of the Village Voice.

There is still time for you to register your Greening Challenges by either using the QR code below, or by dropping the card off at the Parish Council Office, as we have extended the date to the 6th February. 

We are hoping to announce our community carbon saving at our next public meeting, which will be held on 30th March at All Saints Church hall at 7pm. Further details to follow shortly.

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If you would like to become more involved or have some exciting ideas to share, the Milford on Sea Greening Campaign would love to hear from you. Please contact: 

anne.cullen@milfordonseaparishcouncil.gov.uk or take a look at the Milford on Sea Greening Campaign Facebook page.

Milford on Sea Greening Campaign

www.facebook.com/greeningcampaign

Lost Kitten - Felix

UPDATE: Felix has been found, he is now safe & well and back with his relieved owners. He was actually caught with the support of the Cat and Rescue Charity in the village and the enticement of food.

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Some concerned owners are looking for a kitten named Felix.

Felix is a 7 month old and black & white with mostly white underneath. He was wearing a red collar and lives in the Carrington Lane, Northfield Road and Carrington Close area

If anyone reports him being sighted please contact David Farrow on 01590 644705 or 07981 217757.

Jazz at Community Centre on Friday

An evening of foot-tapping Jazz to enjoy at the Community Centre this Friday. You can book or pay on the door.

Milford on Sea Community Centre

01590 644861

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

Box Office Open:

Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

Saturday: 10am to 1pm

Verveine seek new team members

Verveine Fishmarket Restaurant in Milford on Sea high Street are looking for a confident and polite person to join their small friendly team. 

The role will be mainly front of house. Experience is not essential as training will be given in-house. Excellent rates of pay and flexible hours are offered.

They are also looking for a part-time kitchen Porter, hours can be flexible and ideally suited for lunchtimes and some evenings. 

If you are interested in working at an award wining and innovate restaurant please contact them below or call: 01590 642176.

Verveine
98 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 642176
www.verveine.co.uk

www.facebook.com/VerveineFishMarketRestaurant

A Year at Hurst Castle

Another excellent video has been created by Graeme Blackwood.

Graeme has documented A Year at Hurst Castle in an atmospheric 10 minute airborne video which includes the collapse of the East Wing of Hurst Castle and the ongoing repairs.

As you may expect, the images and scenery are stunning.

To view the video please click here. 

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Hurst Castle

01590 642500

info@hurstcastle.co.uk

www.hurstcastle.co.uk

Friends of NCF supporting Ugandan Village

Did you know that Milford on Sea has a charity that supports a project for one of the largest slum communities in Uganda?

Friends of NCF (Namuwongo Community Foundation) is run by long-term village residents, Matthew & Nicola Brearley. Many in the village will know Nicola, as she was a teacher at the village school for 25 years & is now back again helping out in these Covid times.

The Friends of NCF fundraising goes towards village education of orphans, widows, and the disadvantaged, looking to break the cycle of poverty for some of the most vulnerable in the slums.

Friends of NCF was originally founded as 'Ray of Hope' in 2007 by Steve and Liz Jennings. This occurred after they visited Kampala where 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. This work now continues through Matthew & Nicola and their supporters in the village.

The Friends of NCF supports the project has a primary school, a secondary, student sponsorship in vocational & university education, a medical centre, a social care programme, micro-business programme for vulnerable women, a feeding programme, and more. 

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

Friends of NCF
www.friendsofncf.org

Quiz Night at La Perle

La Perle are holding another Quiz Night on Wednesday 26th January at 7pm where you can enjoy a 3 course meal with quiz rounds between courses.

MENU

Starters

La Perle Caesar Salad with Parmesan, Croutons and Crispy Parma Ham

or

New Forest Mushroom and Truffle Arancini, Pear, Walnut, Cherry Tomato Salad, Garlic Mayonnaise

Mains

Smoked Haddock, Cod and Salmon Fishcakes, Baby Spinach, Poached Egg, Hollandaise

or

Slow Cooked Pork Belly, Mustard Mash, Kale, Apple Sauce, Red Wine Sauce

Desserts

Sticky Toffee Pudding, Salted Caramel Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream

or

Vanilla Creme Brulee with Homemade Shortbread

Teams of 4 / £24.95pp

To reserve your table please click here.

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The La Perle Restaurant is open to Dine In on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and offering Home Deliveries on Mondays to Saturdays 5pm to 8.30pm.

To See the full Menu or to order your meal delivery please click here.

La Perle
60 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD
01590 643557
info@laperle.co.uk
www.laperle.co.uk
www.facebook.com/laperlemilford

Village Pantomime this weekend

The long-awaited and always enjoyed Village Pantomime takes place over various performances this weekend.

If you haven't got your tickets for Sleeping Beauty yet, please contact the Community Centre Box Office.

Milford on Sea Community Centre

01590 644861

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

Box Office Open:

Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

Saturday: 10am to 1pm

Bio Resonance Therapy comes to Milford

A bi-weekly demonstration of Bio Resonance Alternative Therapy Healing is starting in Milford on Sea Community from Next Monday 24th January at 2.15pm, after that the demonstrations will be held every fortnight.

Organiser Tony Fisher said; "Bio Resonance Therapy is to help boost the immune system with naturally pulsed and frequency programmes based on the Acupuncture Meridians of the body. The process is used worldwide with effective health results and we operate safely administering this alternative healing in the comfort of peoples own homes."

 For more information and contact details please click here. 

Dorset Bio Health

www.dorsetbiohealth.co.uk

Recognition for Elmsleigh Cakes

Talented Milford on Sea cake maker, Mandy Black of Elmsleigh Cakes recently had a nice surprise when she discovered that she had been recognised as one of the Top Three Cake Makers in the New Forest for 2022.

Mandy commented; "After a two dreadful years where almost everything has been cancelled and or postponed, I’ll take that, it’s such a boost."

She was also delighted to provide a wedding cake last Saturday. The happy couple had previously had five other dates for their wedding before it actually took place.

Mandy said; "Can you imagine having to rearrange everything that many times, I felt so sorry for the couple, it was a huge relief when it finally happened." 

Hopefully things are now slowly beginning to return to normal and Mandy can get back to baking her excellent creations for lucky customers.

Elmsleigh Cakes can provide bespoke wedding, party, celebration cakes and cheese towers.

Please contact Mandy if you would like to enquire about any cakes by clicking here, or through Facebook and she will be happy to help.

Elmsleigh Cakes

elmsleighcakes1@aol.com

www.facebook.com/Elmsleighcakes

www.elmsleighcakes.co.uk

New Forest Cheese Cake Company

www.facebook.com/elmsleighcheesetowers

Milford’s Magical Christmas - a great success!

Magical Milford at Christmas duo; Tracy Haupt and Diana Brushwood created what many have suggested is the ‘best ever’ village display this Christmas. The ladies were taken aback by the amount of support received from the local community, which allowed them to purchase additional lights and larger trees for the village green.

"Lighting the lime tree at the top of the green created something quite magical and was appreciated by so many people” Tracy said. "It cost £2100 in lights and electrician’s bill, but was so worth it”.

"There are so many people to thank this year", said Di, and we would really appreciate everybody taking the brief survey at the end of this article, “but firstly to our sponsors & supporters”:

• Platinum Sponsor - The Smugglers Inn

• Gold Sponsor - Gen One

• Silver Sponsor - Pennyfarthing

• Bronze Sponsors - Atech Electrical New Milton, Coastal Bakery, Earsense Lymington, Hollands, Huddleston Fireplaces and Interiors, Ice Interiors Lymington, MD Windows and Guttering, Plover B&B Cottage, The Cave and Visit Milford.

Picture by Paul French

Di went on to say that “huge thanks must also go to a number of associations, councils and local churches”:

• Artisan Market (Alison Aldridge)

• Milford Parish Council

• Hampshire County Council

• District Councillors

• Milford W.I.

• Atech Electrical and

• the 4 Milford Churches; Baptist, Church of England, Methodist and Roman Catholic.

….and finally “Tracy and I can’t thank enough, individuals who made cash donations or donations via the JustGiving page. Every single contributor has been absolutely amazing this year and without them, we couldn’t have raised the £7,000 needed to produce the displays.”

Of course financial contributions are just one part of the support the ladies received. There were so many additional individuals who gave their time to create displays for the village green and surrounding areas:

• Pam Wright - litter bins, post box and telephone box.

• Carol Jordan and her team; Milford Floral Art Club - wheels on the bridge.

• Adrian Duckett - Men’s Shed - cutting out of the 3 kings.

• Gillian Key; local artist - painting of the 3 kings.

• Richard Wadley; local artist - additional 3 Christmas card scenes painted for The Smugglers Inn fence.

• Simeon and the guys from Aubrey Farm who erected our two main trees, ensuring they were safe and secure

• and the ladies who created the fabulous knitted snowmen on the bollards by the green; Lyn Atkins, Christine Calder, Lana Rose, Lauren Lilley, Anne Jones and Rachel Barnett.

Picture by Graham Wiffen

Last but by no means - huge thanks must go to all those who made The Carols on the Green such a special event this year. Di and Tracy could not believe the crowds that visited the village - it was amazing!

• Victoria Hopkins and other band members - Caroline Ellis, John Reid and Tony Sargeson.

• Christine Mulgrew and members of The Total Voice Choir.

• Terry Bufton - Audio.

• Keith Williams and others, from Becton Rotary - Marshalls.

• Laura Legg - Rainbows, Brownies and Guides singing festive songs

• Tasha Anderson; Vicar for organising the nativity trail, minced pies and mulled wine.

• Jane Etheridge, Rebecca Webb and Jamie - Santa’s Grotto

So, what now for Christmas 2022?

Di and Tracy are enjoying a welcome break right now, but will soon start planning their next vision for Christmas 2022. To help them, they would love to receive your feedback on the event. 

To complete a brief survey, please click here.

Picture by Graham Wiffen