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01 August 2023

LR8 at The Lighthouse

Newsflash: LR8 at The Lighthouse, date changed from Saturday 5th August 2023:

Now on Saturday 12th August 2023 from 4pm to 8pm. Change due to extreme weather forecast.

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The Lighthouse seaside bar and restaurant will be keeping the Milford on Sea Music Festival vibes going when LR8 take to the decks between 4pm to 8pm on Saturday 5th August 2023.

Enjoy a Balearic inspired afternoon, with a vinyl session by the beach! Expect laid-back grooves, lovely people and just a little bit of early evening party atmosphere.

Your DJ's will be Keith Willsher (Compere from the music festival) & Joe Muggs (From venues such as: Peach, Ministry of Sound and many more.)

The Lighthouse Tuk-Tuk will be open serving ice cold drinks, and beachside food. 

The event will be outside and therefore weather dependent.

Check for latest information at:

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Summer Sundowners at The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse seaside bar and restaurant on Milford on Sea seafront will once again be hosting their Summer Sundowners from 6pm Every Friday from this Friday (2nd June) until the beginning of September.

The free 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!

Artists performing at Summer Sundowners:
  • 4th August Ed Martin Duo
  • 11th August Krista Green
  • 18th August Kirk Ensor
  • 25th August Lucas Raye
  • 1st September Ray Foster
More Event Information & Menus:

All events or restaurant tables 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


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Enjoy a BBQ Summer Party

You are invited to a a BBQ Summer Party at Milford on Sea Club on Saturday 5th August from 5.30pm. the BBQ will be followed by the Bob West Rock n' Roll Experience.

Everyone is invited to enjoy the day, and great bar prices! 

Non Members welcome with a £2 Entry Fee. 


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Milford on Sea Club is family friendly and relaxed social club which is open 7 days a week. 

You can enjoy live sports on Sky & BT, snooker & pool tables, darts, and a jukebox. There is also a well-stocked bar with guest ales and excellent club prices.

Regular activities include: Weekly Bingo on Sunday's & Thursdays, Tuesday Free Pool Night, Sunday Meat Draw, Quiz Nights, Discos, Live Music and Entertainment Nights.

Non-members welcome to visit the club for a £2 entry fee. Just pop in and see for yourself.


Milford on Sea Club
67 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG
01590 643209

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31 July 2023

Local Author at Milford Monday Madness

The Milford Monday Madness on 7th August at The Bridge will see local author and illustrator, Lawrence Roberts run a little picture book workshop for aspiring young artists and writers.

This kids event runs from 2pm to 4pm, and tickets are a snip at only £5 from The Bridge Box Office.


About Lawrence Roberts

Lawrence is a local author and illustrator from Keyhaven, Milford on Sea and he has released his debut book Snip!

This amusing children’s book has been inspired by his daughter’s hatred of having her hair cut. The book is colourful and vibrant illustrations combined with funny rhyming text.

You can buy copies of Snip! for £7.99, with around 80p from each book sale donated to the Little Princess Trust. It is available to buy at the Imaginarium bookshop in Lymington or via the publisher at: www.applepinepress.co.uk

To read more about Lawrence and his book, please click here.


Milford Monday Madness

Events still to come and open to all, book your tickets now.

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Make Stories: Monday 7th August - 2 to 4pm: £5
Develop a character and make your own book.

Music: Monday 14th August - 10am to 12pm: £5
A Boomwhacker Workshop and make your own instrument.

Movie & Make It: Monday 21st August - 2 to 4pm: £5
Make your own Viking helmet and beard to watch: How to train your dragon - The hidden world.

Tickets £5 per workshop
Children must be accompanied - Free Pre-school area.

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The Bridge (Formerly MoS Community Centre)
Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH
01590 644861

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


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30 July 2023

New Weekly Pub Quiz at The Wash House

Always looking to entertain, The Wash House is introducing a weekly Pub Quiz.

The Wash House Pub Quiz will take place Every Wednesday at 7pm. Entry is £2 per person with a prize for the winner and fun spot prizes along the way. 

Everyone is welcome, and to guarantee a place, please book, as it will be busy.

To book your table with friends, please call 01590 644665.

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Part-Time Bar Vacancy 

The Wash House are currently looking for a part time person to join the team for about 3 to 4 days/evenings a week to include weekends. 

If you want to be part of this buzzing bar please call: 01590 644665 or email thewashhousebar@gmail.com.

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Music at The Wash House

Well-known for a vibrant party atmosphere on event evenings, The Wash House has an exciting ongoing programme of evening music.

To see the latest planned events, please click here or visit 'what's On Calendar' below.




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About The Wash House

The Wash House loves great beer, and stocking ales from talented local brewers. There are also, ciders, gins, wines and a great choice of organic soft drinks.

Having opened in the former village launderette in July 2017, they are constantly on the look-out for new craft ales to offer the beer lovers. CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) constantly list The Wash House in Milford on Sea in their The Good Beer Guide.

This cosy venue also holds live music, DJ's with classic tunes, and rocking party nights, so it is always worth keeping an eye on their Facebook page to see what is happening.

Dogs and children are welcome in the bar, and there is even chest of games to keep the kids amused. 

So, if you are partial to a variety of quality real ales or craft drinks, or enjoy live music you don't have far to go!

The pub is also Dog Friendly.


The Wash House Micro Ale Pub
27 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF
01590 644665


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The Lazy Lion Wine Safari with Jaunt-E Bikes

The Lazy Lion have partnered up with local Keyhaven e-bike hire company, Jaunt-E Bikes to offer a fun Wine Safari.

Simply, pick up your e-bike from Milford on Sea and pedal through the New Forest wine route to an exclusive wine tasting. Then cycle back to top off your day with a gourmet dinner at the Lazy Lion and unwind in our luxurious rooms.

To book your place or to find out more, please contact: info@thelazylion.co.uk - 01590 641111.

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Wine Safaris are also available as a day out.

Enjoy an Jaunt e-bike safari along the New Forest Wine Route for an exclusive wine tasting for just £65pp. You could also add a Cheese Pairing for just £15pp. 

Collect your retro style e-bikes along with your route map and head off from Milford on Sea and enjoy a scenic and fun-filled, power assisted cycle to the vineyard. Hop off and settle in for a tasting led by Guillaume, an expert and passionate oenologist. You could then explore, or enjoy your own picnic, in the New Forest.

You also get a self guided itinerary of 4 hours and of course all you need for the e-bike ride.

The perfect experience for a group of friends, colleagues or family.  

To find out more about Wine Safaris and other bespoke e-bike tours, 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.


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Up to 50% Off Sea Robes & Wetsuits

New Forest Paddle Sport Company in Keyhaven are changing the focus of their business.

Their paddle board and other water-based sports teaching and experiences continue to be a great success, and as a result they have decided to give this part of their business their full focus, and to no longer be a stockist of wetsuits, robes and accessories.

Due to this change, they are now currently offering up to 50% Off all stocks of C-Skins wetsuits Robie towelling robes, and various water sports accessories available on their website. 

To arrange a time to come and view the items on sale at their Container Shop in The Boatyard, Keyhaven, please click here. Free delivery available on orders over £24.99, or you can click & collect.

New Forest Paddle Sport Company will continue to be a Starboard SUP dealer, so paddle boards, paddles and accessories will still be available.

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About the The New Forest Paddle Sports Company 

Since 2015, Sean, Claire and their team have been based in Milford on Sea and providing courses and various fun activities for paddle boarding, kayaking, wing surfing and wing foiling. One hour Taster Sessions are available for anyone wanting to give any activity a go. There are also regular competitions and fun events that can be found on their website.

They also offer Dinghy Sailing Tuition at Keyhaven Quay with a experienced RYA Instructor.

Their container shop has water sports equipment for hire or sale, as well as kayaks to rent for the day. The shop is based in West Solent Boat Builders at The Boatyard, Keyhaven, stocking many items for your water sports needs. The shop is open by appointment. They also have an 'Online Shop' on their website.

All activities are available all year round, so if you fancy getting some fun and exercise on the sea, you can find more details on the links below:


The New Forest Paddle Sports Company
The Boatyard, Keyhaven, Milford on Sea, SO41 0TR
01590 645270
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Milford Art Group Exhibition going strong

The Milford Art Group Exhibition is currently underway, the artists and visitors are having good time, and after only 3 days, 28 replacement paintings have had to be added!

The exhibition is open every day until Saturday 12th August in All Saints Church Hall, Milford on Sea. So, still plenty of time to get down to see the local artistic talent on show.

Photos by Miggy Flux

The Milford Art Group are celebrating their golden anniversary, and this year’s art exhibition will be open every day from Sunday 30th July until is open from 10am to 5.30pm daily, Sundays 11am to 5.30pm and the Last Saturday 10am to 4pm.

If you do take the time to attend, it will be worth it. You will see an array of local talent with a wide variety of original art featuring local scenes, seascapes, animals, portraits, abstract, modern art, mixed media and more. 

Even better, if you spot anything you particularly like, all pieces are for sale at a lot less than gallery prices.

Admission and parking free.
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About Milford Art Group

Milford Art Group were founded in 1973 and are celebrating their golden anniversary in 2023. The group has around 65 full members and 25 associate artists who gather to promote art skills, knowledge, and fellowship and to arrange periodic exhibition of their work.

The artists meet on the First Thursday of each month from 2pm to 4.30pm in All Saints' Church Hall to enjoy demonstrations by professional artists of art in framed pictures of landscape, still life, seascape and portraiture in diverse materials including oils, acrylics, water colour, pastel, inks, mixed media and more.

Visitors are welcome to these demonstrations for a small fee.

When the weather permits, they also meet on Milford Green for a couple of hours on Wednesday mornings to paint and chat.

Milford Art Group hold an annual two-week exhibition at the beginning of August in All Saints' Church Hall where members show and, perhaps, sell their paintings to the public.

Milford Art Group

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Award Winning Dog Friendly Beaches in Milford on Sea

Milford on Sea has again been recognised as having one of the UK's 20 Best Dog-Friendly Beaches for summer 2023 by iNews.

The dog-friendly picture-postcard beach is open to dogs all year round, with spectacular views to the Isle of Wight, The Needles Lighthouse and across Christchurch Bay to the Purbeck Hill in the distance.

In July 2021 Milford on Sea beach was also named the most dog-friendly in Hampshire by Vets Now. The Vets Now '50 best (and safest) beaches in the UK for dogs' guide provides a comprehensive review of pet-friendly beaches. The recommendations were chosen after taking into account: parking and access, water quality deemed high, dogs are welcome all year, and that a Vets Now pet emergency service is within driving distance.

Milford on Sea beach was also recognised for cleanliness and the facilities on offer.

To read the guide, please click here.

Milford on Sea beach is the perfect place for dog walking, whether having the pleasure of living in the village, or just visiting for a short while.

The dog-friendly picture-postcard beach is open to dogs all year round, and there is also plenty of green spaces next to the beach to run your pet.

Situated on the Hampshire coast at the foot of the New Forest National Park, this pebble beach with a sandy waters edge is highly popular with dog lovers.

There are spectacular views across to The Needles, the Isle of Wight, and across Christchurch Bay. You can enjoy a great family walk of over four miles from the beach along Hurst Spit to Hurst Castle, or to Hordle Cliffs beach in the other direction. 

The extensive beachfront promenade on Hurst Road features colourful beach huts, and a kids’ play area next to the beach. There are plenty of 'dog bins' to keep the beach clean, and responsible owners are always welcome.

You will also find lots of dog friendly places to eat, or get a drink, with a couple of seafront cafés with bars, an ice cream kiosk, a hotel, and it is only a shot walk to the village centre for the dog-friendly traditional pubs & cafe's, takeaways, bakers, fish & chips, quality restaurants, and quaint village shops.


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Milford on Sea Village Walks & Tours

If you would like some ideas for walks around the village, please take look here:

- Guided Walk. Then & Now: please click here.
- Guided Walk. Hidden Woodland: please click here.
- Village Walks. 4 to 7 miles: please click here.
- The Pleasure Grounds: please click here.
- Sturt Pond: please click here.
- Keyhaven Nature Reserve: please click here.
- Dog Friendly Walks: please click here.
- Guided Walk. Story of Milford: please click here.
- Guided Walk. Voices from Grave: please click here.
- The Village News: Local walk leaflets. (Including Nature Reserve Walks.)
* Find shop at the foot of Milford on Sea village green.

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Fastnet Race sinking near The Needles

The Rolex Fastnet Race took place last Saturday 22nd July, and a number of hardy souls fought the stormy weather to watch from Hurst Castle, Milford on Sea beach or the cliff top. 

The race however proved to be anything other than smooth sailing.

This biennial offshore yacht race is one of the most famous and challenging yacht races in the world, with around 400 yachts of various sizes and classes taking part. 

It is also one of those rare events where weekend sailors can truly take on the professionals.

The race is a 605 mile sail from Cowes, Isle of Wight, to Cherbourg, via the Fastnet Rock off southern Ireland and back to Plymouth.

This year's race proved to be a very busy day for the Yarmouth RNLI and HM Coastguard, with multiple call-outs to sailors in distress. At around 5pm, the RNLI crew were called to the shifting sands and shingles of Dolphin Bank, west of The Needles Lighthouse. The weather had force of six / seven winds, waves of three to four metre swells in the rough sea, and poor visibility. 

On arriving, the Yarmouth RNLI all-weather lifeboat found the devastating sight of a sunken vessel leaving the two crew in an inflatable life raft awaiting rescue. 

The RNLI successfully transferred both casualties back to Yarmouth Harbour where an ambulance awaited their arrival to treat minor injuries sustained whilst evacuating the sinking vessel onto their life raft. 

This year the fastest boat completed the Fastnet course in just 28 hours, the slowest took over six days.

The RNLI had to contend with four dismastings, illness on board, and of course the sinking yacht. 

To read the full RNLI account of the day, please click here.

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Rolex Fastnet Race
www.rolexfastnetrace.com
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Spectacular Keyhaven Home goes on sale

Have you got £7.85 million to spare?!  If you have (I haven't!) then you might be interested in this spectacular Keyhaven home that has gone on sale with Caldwells in Lymington.

The house is set in two acres of landscaped grounds with views over The Solent, Hurst Castle and the Isle of Wight.

The property is advertised as: "A truly unique opportunity to acquire one of the finest homes along the South Coast, commanding views across Keyhaven River towards the Solent, Hurst Castle and the Isle of Wight. The house itself has been finished to take full advantage of its unrivalled position, with seven bedrooms and spacious reception rooms including a kitchen/dining/family room, drawing room and sitting room. Outside, the property enjoys approximately two acres of beautiful gardens and grounds with an impressive leisure complex featuring an indoor pool and gym, and two separate cottages which enjoy their own private gardens."

The impressive estate and its location is going to make someone and their family very happy.



To see more details, please click here.

Caldwells

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Beach Church Service with Breakfast!

Enjoy Breakfast on the Beach on the Sunday mornings of 6th & 13th August at 10.30am, outside Beach Hut 102. 

Come along and join a service by All Saints' Church on Milford on Sea Beach including breakfast!

Everyone welcome. Weather permitting of course!

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All Saints' Church & Church Hall
Greenbanks Close, Milford on Sea, SO41 0SQ
01590 644992
office.allsaintsmilford.org.uk
www.allsaintsmilford.org.uk
www.facebook.com/AllSaintsMilfordOnSea

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Another Group forms over Manor Road Development

A group of residents local to Manor Road in Milford on Sea, have come together to form an additional group focussed on engaging with NFDC and local councillors to discuss the proposed new development of 190 houses north of Manor Road.

The group are called; 'Milford Residents for Sustainable Development', and are working closely with the SLAM (School Lane and Manor Road) group to try to ensure what they consider the best outcome for the village.

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PRESS RELEASE
Milford Residents for Sustainable Development

Milford Residents, We need you!!

The majority of Milford residents may be aware of the plans by New Forest District Council (NFDC) relating to building additional homes across the New Forest. These plans are captured in the NFDC Local Plan. 

Currently there is a huge development in underway in Fordingbridge, significant building projects planned for Hordle and a number of larger (20+) developments being proposed in Everton. 

For Milford on Sea, following the development of 40+ houses in an area now known as The Swifts close to the school, the fields in Manor Road have been designated as land for housing development. Earlier this year an outline planning proposal was submitted in relation to building 190 dwellings across the fields in Manor Road. The link to the planning proposal is here: 23/10476.

Following its submission, there have been 247 objections raised to the development and this planning proposal goes to the planning committee in Autumn 2023. The link appears to be still be open for additional comments to be added.

This proposal is the single biggest thing to happen to Milford on Sea for over 50 years in terms of increased density and capacity to the village. It will have a significant impact on Milford’s already stretched resources. There has to be a recognition that development on this site is inevitable but at this scale it would be disastrous. (The Local plan mentioned above identifies the Manor Road site suitable for 110 houses). As a result, a group of residents local to Manor Road have come together to form a group focussed on engaging with NFDC and local councillors to engage and discuss the proposed development.

We are calling ourselves Milford Residents for Sustainable Development. The group has already met our local elected councillors from NFDC and will be meeting with the planning officer for this proposal. Our intent is to engage, discuss, raise questions and share concerns. The group is also working closely with the SLAM group to ensure the best outcome for the village.

To all residents of Milford, your involvement is critical. We want you! - If you would like to get involved then please contact milford.residents@outlook.com. Everyone is welcome.

The key concerns relating to the development are as follows listed in no particular order:

1. Access. The proposed development will create 3 additional access points onto Manor Road. Traffic issues are already well known and were highlighted in the local plan from the early 2000’s. Parked cars create a single lane all day and represents a danger to children walking to and from school.

2. Poor quality consultation and lack of subsequent response to their proposals.

3. Environmental impact and damage. This development will lower the water table, will damage to the veteran Oak trees that line Manor Road through root damage by heavy construction vehicles. The sheer volume of housing will create a negative impact on the wildlife corridor that exists around Lymington Road, Manor Road and Barnes Lane.

4. Density. This development will significantly create an increase in population density

5. Traffic. Potential for a few hundred cars to be added into local area on already busy roads.

6. Concerns relating quality of design and layout. The local plan states very clearly that new developments must be kept in keeping with local character and retain the characteristics of the New forest area. The currently published designs do not adhere to this requirement.

7.Milford housing requirements. Within the plan, the site was designated for 110 houses which is in line for the current need for the village in terms of affordable housing but this proposal is in massively excess of that requirement.

8. Impact on local infrastructure and services. We already know the school is full and the GP surgery is at capacity. The roads are already busy and will only get busier.

9. House Purchases. If there is a failure to prevent new homes being sold as second homes and as buy to let investments then the local housing issues do not get addressed.

10. Failure to provide the lower cost housing. If the new houses are not affordable then what is the point? We know through the building of the Swifts that the developer reneged on their Affordable housing commitment once the planning proposal was approved.

For more information, please contact, Milford Residents for Sustainable Development on: milford.residents@outlook.com

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Holiday at Home with Milford on Sea Baptist Church

Are you unable to get away for a summer break? Would you welcome some fun and friendship? 

If so, why not come and join Milford on Sea Baptist Church at their ‘Holiday at Home’ on Wednesday 16th to Friday 18th August from 10am to 3.30pm each day.

"Jewels in the Crown" will include: puzzles, painting, poetry, quizzes, crafts, singing, table games, food, a drama each day based on two Bible Kings and one Queen – and lots of laughs!

Cost £5 per day, including tea/coffee and a light lunch. 

Booking essential. Transport available if needed.

To book, or find out more, please contact Christine on: 01590 645253 or chrisden1943@outlook.corn.

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Milford on Sea Baptist Church
Barnes Lane, Milford on Sea SO41 0RN
01590 645469
pastormosbaptist@gmail.com 
www.milfordonseabaptist.org.uk

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Concert for Tony raises over £1300

The recent free musical extravaganza 'Concert for Tony' raised £1331.60 for Oakhaven Hospice in memory of Tony Hales. 

Tony was a long time member of Total Voice Choir, Milford Choralia, West Gallery Choir and a regular volunteer at the Community Centre (Now The Bridge). He was a big part of Village life – someone who would always say ‘Yes’ and do whatever he could to help. Tony bore his illness with great spirit and his strength and character were an inspiration which is why we want to make this an event to honour his memory.

The concert was a celebration of Tony's life, and included many of his favourite songs 

Everyone was invited to enjoy an afternoon of uplifting music with beautiful harmonies and a touch of humour.

Grateful thanks go to All Saints Church and Terry Bufton for their help in organising this event.

To read more about the concert, please click here.

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Shieldhall Steamship coming past Hurst Castle on Sunday

The Shieldhall Steamship, the largest working steamship in Britain, will be passing Hurst Castle on Sunday (30th July) as part of their cruise to the Needles. Be sure to look out for it and it's another great reason to visit Hurst Castle.

A member of the National Historic Fleet she serves as a sea going tribute to Britain’s maritime heritage. 

Operated by a team of dedicated volunteers, you too can experience the golden age of steam by booking on an excursion or visiting her in Southampton. 

Trips are described as: As part of your Shieldhall experience, see the impressive engine room with its original steam engines at work and the bridge, with its traditional instruments and gleaming brass work; admire the ship’s steam assisted steering gear (similar to that used on Titanic); talk to the Captain and our crew and listen to the commentary as you pass the sights of Southampton Water and the Solent.


To read more about the Shieldhall Steamship, please click here.

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Hurst Castle

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27 July 2023

You are Invited to come along to the Free Sign Language Open Day

Please make a diary note to come along to a free Sign Language Open Day on Friday 8th September from 2pm to 7pm at The Bridge. (Formerly Milford on Sea Community Centre). 

The cafe will be open, so please just walk in anytime for a chat. Entry is free and everyone is invited.

This informal Open Day will give simple tips on communicating with deaf people, or those with hearing impairment. It will also give an insight into how British Sign Language helps deaf people communicate with their silent world.
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To see Rose's Dance
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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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Free Sign Language Open Day

Friday 8th September from 2pm to 7pm at The Bridge

It is likely that we all know someone who struggles with their hearing. A visit to the open day would give you valuable tips on the best way to communicate with them.

Everyone is welcome to pop in to this informal afternoon, whether as an individual, business or organisation.

Just imagine the smiles if you could communicate better with any deaf people you know or meet.


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Deaf Awareness Course: Introduction to British Sign Language

For those that might be interested, after the Open Day, it is planned to hold an Introduction to British Sign Language Course in the village later this year. 

This course will be ideal for individuals, businesses, groups or organisations.

The aim is for you to be able to communicate with deaf people, and this valuable and caring skill can enhance the lives of those you meet who are unable to hear the world around us.

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

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 a Deaf Awareness Course designed to introduce some useful communication tactics to you as an individual, or your group.

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

If you are interested in finding out more about the Open Day, or the Deaf Awareness Course, please contact Nancy at: nancy@feelhear.co.uk. There is no obligation if you register your interest.

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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, they are huge ambassadors of the deaf world raising awareness with charity events and deaf socials. Nancy travels regularly to clients in Bristol, London, Fleet and beyond.

To find out 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

Enhanced DBS Certificate holder | NRCPD Registered 213333


The Bridge (Formerly MoS Community Centre)
Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH
01590 644861

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

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