Vinyasa Flow Yoga Classes with Lucie

Lucie from Ocean Soul Yoga, a Milford on Sea based yoga teacher, is delighted her Vinyasa Flow Yoga Classes are restarting in the village after a summer break.

The classes take place on:

• Friday mornings from 9:30am to 10:30am in the Guide Hut in Sea Road.

Newcomers will be very welcome.

The Ocean Soul Yoga Classes are taught in a vinyasa flow style, meaning movement with breath. This often continuous flow of movement makes for an invigorating practice, and adds to the rewarding feeling during savasana, a relaxed supine pose which is used to bring every practice to a close. 

You do not need to be experienced or able to touch your toes to join this class, just a willing desire to move up and down and around the mat in a fun and judgement free zone!

For more information, or to book upcoming classes, please contact Lucie on 07514 604104 or lucie@ocean-soul-yoga.com.

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About Lucie and Ocean Soul Yoga

Lucie is an ocean lover and yoga enthusiast, and moved to Milford on Sea in 2020. Lucie’s family and friends are a big part of her life here, and when she’s not teaching yoga, or baby and preschool swimming, she is busy being Mum to Rubie-Lynn, Step-Mum to Madalyn and wife to American hubby Daniel.

Lucie takes great pleasure in anything ocean related. Paddle boarding, surfing, and scuba diving are all top of the list when it comes to ocean related sports and Lucie also enjoys sea swimming all-year round locally in the Solent. More often than not you will find her walking her dog Peaches or running to and from the village to pick up Rubie-Lynn.

Lucie has been teaching yoga since completing her yoga teacher training in 2016 and believes passionately in the benefits this practice can bring to the physical body as well as the mind.

 
She teaches vinyasa, hatha and restorative yoga, and is planning to complete a children's yoga training later this year and a pre and post natal yoga training next year.

Prior to moving to Milford on Sea, Lucie had a few transient years between the UK and America. For a number of years she was living and working in the Caribbean as a marine biologist specialising in sea turtles, whale sharks, and underwater buoy systems. She then went on to do a yoga teacher training in 2016 in Costa Rica, after which she moved to New Orleans to be with her then boyfriend, now husband Daniel, and worked offshore as a marine observer at sea on big dredge boats, and taught yoga at downtown yoga studios in New Orleans when on land.  

Lucie and Daniel were married in the village in 2022, and have very happily settled into life in Milford on Sea.

Ocean Soul Yoga

07514 604104

lucie@ocean-soul-yoga.com

www.facebook.com/oceansoulyogamilford

New Ladies Racketball Sessions at Milford Tennis & Squash Club

Do you fancy trying a new sport? Milford Tennis & Squash Club have launched Ladies Racketball Sessions which could be ideal exercise and fun. 

The sessions take place Every Monday from 3.30pm to 4.30pm. (Starting 16th September 2024)

Each session is coach led and ideal for all beginners and improvers. It also gives you a great cardio and mental workout.

To play is just £6 members, or £9 non members. 

Equipment can be provided. Please wear clean, non marking trainers. 

To book or find out more, please contact 01590 643899 or 

club@milfordtennisandsquash.net.

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Date for your diary: Milford Tennis & Squash Club will be holding a Macmillan Coffee Morning on Tuesday 24th September 2024 from 9.30am to 11.30am.

Club members and non members are all welcome.

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About Milford Tennis & Squash Club

Today the family friendly club, provides tennis, squash, racketball, and table tennis that can be played competitively in different leagues and tournaments, or just socially with friends or family. There is also a variety of other activities such as bridge, mah-jong, and social events.

The club has seven high quality floodlit artificial grass tennis courts which are much admired by visiting players, two heated squash/racketball courts with viewing gallery, The clubhouse has a lounge bar and a large function room capable of hosting events for up to 60 people. There are also disabled facilities and more. 

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

To Read the History of Milford Tennis & Squash Club, please click below.

For more information please contact: club@milfordtennisandaquash.net

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

Dan: headcoach@milfordtennisandsquash.net or 

Caitlin: coaching@milfordtennisandsquash.net

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Milford Tennis & Squash Club

Lucerne Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PL

01590 643899

club@milfordtennisandsquash.net

www.milfordtennisandsquash.net

www.facebook.com/milfordtennissquash

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Coastal Strategy Public Exhibitions coming in November

The Environment Agency, in partnership with New Forest District Council, Hampshire County Council, Natural England and JBA Consulting are exploring a sustainable future for the coastal frontage between Hurst Spit and Lymington in relation to all sources of flooding, and coastal erosion risk management.

The next round of engagement will involve public exhibitions on the Draft Preferred Pathways.

Coastal Strategy Public Exhibitions

You can go to see the latest updates on the Hurst Spit to Lymington Flood and Coastal Risk Management Strategy and the early plans for different sections of the 15km coastline.

The team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have, talk through the proposals and the many benefits.

Thursday 14th November 2024: 2.30pm to 6.30pm at South Lawn Hotel, Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, S041 ORF

Friday 22nd November 2024: 12.30pm to 4.30pm in All Saints Church Hall, Greenbanks Close, Milford on Sea, S014 OSQ

Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy

The Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy is assessing the pressures facing this coastline now and in the future, and consider how best to respond to these challenges. This will focus on the next 100 years to 2124.

The aim is to have a completed Strategy by the end of 2024.

The website is a worthwhile read and can provide a lot more information:
www.hurstspit2lymington.co.uk

Range of Knitting Wool now available in The Bridge Charity Shops

The Bridge Charity Shops at The Bridge on the Hill and The Bridge at 78, are now stocking a selection of baby, rainbow print and double knitting wool, so why not pop in to stock up!

Donations: The charity shops are always in need of new stock. If you have any good quality items that are ready for a new home, please take a moment to check the donation guidelines below.

Your generous donations at the Charity Shops are crucial for The Bridge to sustain its mission of serving the community.

Donations are accepted at the Garage beside The Bridge, 9 Sea Road, Milford on Sea S041 OPH

• Mondays from 10.30am to 12.30pm
• Thursdays from 11.30am to 1pm

The Bridge appreciate all donations, but as storage space is limited only certain items can be accepted:

Yes Please: Good quality clothing, shoes, bags and accessories, Jewellery, Books, Toys and games, Good quality homeware & Bric-a-brac, Computer Games, Seasonal items eg Christmas Decorations, CDs and DVD box sets.

No Thank You: Vinyl records, VHS tapes, single DVDs and Cassette tapes. Broken Toys and Games, Electrical items, Safety equipment incl: walkers, Furniture, Duvets, pillows, bed linen and cushions, Suitcases and other bulky items, Large sports equipment incl: bikes and scooters.

Volunteers: The charity Shops can only run with volunteers, if you have a few hours to spare, please get in touch at enquiries@moscommunitycentre.org.uk.

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The Bridge 

Formerly: Milford on Sea Community Centre

Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH

01590 644861

enquiries@moscommunitycentre.org.uk

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

www.facebook.com/MoS-Community-Centre

New Café: Sammy's Opens in Village

Sammy's Café opened on 1st September 2024 in the original building occupied by the popular Saltwater café owned by Tony and Becca Michael. (Who are still providing delicious food as Melleford, at the foot of the village green in 60 High Street, Milford on Sea.)

New Sammy's café owner, Sammy Morris has many years of catering experience. 

Alongside full-time employment, Sammy started her own successful cake business seven years ago, expanding this two years ago to also run a food van, Sammy's Cakes & Grill, at various local events and functions.

Her dream had always been to run her own café, and after working so hard for many years, she has taken the plunge, and her dream has now come true.

Sammy's are now serving every day, with breakfasts from 8am. Lunches, homemade cakes all made by Sammy, afternoon cream teas, and drinks are served until 4pm.

Sammy's café is also dog friendly.

Pop in to meet Sammy and try out some of the tasty dishes she is now offering, the menu looks worth exploring!

To check out menu
please click image.

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About Sammy's Cakes & Grill

Sammy has many years of both catering & cake making experience and she can bake homemade cakes and treats to order and to enjoy at home. Some of her cakes are also served in her café.

Her range includes whole traditional cakes, cupcakes, cookies, flapjacks, crumble pies, gingerbread men, biscuits, and celebration cakes for Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries and more.

If you are looking for any sweet treats please just contact Sammy.

Sammy's

106 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE

01590 718100

info@sammyscafe.co.uk

www.sammyscafe.co.uk

www.facebook.com/SammysCakes90

Free Sign Language Open Day this Saturday Afternoon | Library Book Sale in Morning

Everyone in the village is invited to a Free Sign Language Open Day this Saturday afternoon, 14th September 2024 from 1.30pm to 4pm (Changed from 11am to 3pm) in Milford on Sea Village Hall and Library.

This informal Open Day will give simple tips on communicating with deaf people, or those hard of hearing, and also provides an insight into how British Sign Language helps deaf and hard of hearing people communicate with their silent world.

It is likely that we all know someone who struggles with their hearing, a visit to the open day would give you ways to improve how you communicate with them.

Everyone is welcome to pop in to this informal afternoon, whether as an individual interested in understanding more about British Sign Language, a business or organisation. Just drop in for a chat.

PS: There is no obligation, but should you be interested, you can also find out more about the upcoming Introduction to British Sign Language Course at the same time. 

Please see foot of this article for more details.

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Fundraising Book Sale at Milford Community Library

The Book Sale is prior to the above event on Saturday morning, 14th September 2024 from 10am to 12noon. 

This community library event also takes place every 2nd Saturday of each month at the same time.

Everyone is welcome to come to browse the books and grab some bargain new reads. All funds raised go towards keeping the village's community run library open.

To read more about the village's community library, please click here.

Village Hall and Milford on Sea Community Library

Park Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QU

01590 644040

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Introduction to British Sign Language Course

After two very successful Introduction to British Sign Language Courses in the village, another Ten Week Course is due to start from Monday 30th September 2024 until Monday 9th December 2024.

The course takes place on Mondays from 5pm to 6pm and is held in Milford on Sea Village Hall in Park Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH.

The aim of the course is for to discover how to communicate more effectively with deaf, or hard of hearing people. 

This valuable and caring skill can enhance the lives of those you meet who are unable to hear the world around us.

This fun and informal course is ideal for individuals who want to learn more about British Sign Language. 

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

To read more about the course, please click here.

To find out more, or to register your interest, please contact Nancy at:

nancy@feelhear.co.uk.

PS: Courses suitable for businesses, groups, or organisations can also be arranged.

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To find out more about Nancy, please click here.

To view Signed Songs: www.youtube.com/@nancyweatherson2083

FeelHear

Nancy Weatherson

Deaf Communications Professional

nancy@feelhear.co.uk

www.feelhear.co.uk

Enhanced DBS Certificate holder

NRCPD Registered 213333

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War Talks on Willie Read MC, DFC, AFC and The Lumberjills

If you have an interest in local history, then joining the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society may be just the thing for you.

The society have these interesting talks coming up. The regular meetings take place for members in All Saints Church Hall with complimentary tea, coffee & soft drinks served on arrival for 7.15pm.

New members are always welcome, come along on the night to find out how to listen to the last two talks for £5. If you then wish to become a member it would subsequently be £10 for the next year.

Thursday 26th September 2024 at 7.45pm: 

Talk by Nick Fielding on Willie Read MC, DFC, AFC

Author and journalist Nick Fielding will give an illustrated talk about former Milford on Sea resident Willie Read, who in 1912 made an extraordinary and unprecedented overland journey of 2,500 miles from Kashmir to Siberia. He will talk about Willie Read’s background, early life in Milford on Sea and subsequent glittering career in the Royal Flying Corps and RAF.

Willie was one of only a handful of officers to ever receive a second bar to the Air Force Cross.

To read more about Willie Read. Please click here.

Thursday 28th November 2024 at 7.45pm: 

Talk by Joanna Foat - Discover the exciting tales of the Lumberjills

Author and popular speaker, Joanna Foat will be giving a lively and interactive talk about the Lumberjills. She will share the fascinating stories of what life was like for the young women living in the forests in WW2 while serving in the Women's Timber Corps. 

Joanna has published a history book, her first novel on the Lumberjills and is currently writing her second novel. She has given over a hundred talks, written an exhibition which is touring the forests in the UK and been interviewed on BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour, TV’s How We Won The War, Walking Wartime Britain, BBC South TV and Dan Snow’s History Hit Podcast among many others.’

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About Milford on Sea Historical Record Society

The Milford on Sea Historical Record Society was founded on the 25th January 1909 and is the oldest historical society in Hampshire.

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

The society has an excellent website with an extensive archive of nearly 10,000 records and historical pictures featuring our village history. 

MOSHRS is a registered charity run entirely by volunteers. 

To find out more; please click here.

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Join Milford on Sea Historical Record Society 

They are a friendly and social bunch, so why not contact MOSHRS on admin@milfordhistory.org.uk, then invest your £10 to join, and go along to the next meeting.

You can also register to join by clicking here.

Milford on Sea Historical Record Society

admin@milfordhistory.org.uk

www.milfordhistory.org.uk

Charity Quiz Night at The Lazy Lion

The Lazy Lion are holding a Charity Quiz Night to support The Burnt Chef Project on Tuesday 24th September 2024. The quiz will start at 7pm prompt, so please arrive early.

Come and enjoy a night of quiz whilst enjoying a tasty meal. Bring your friends too!

The evening menu will be Sliders with salad and nachos. 

Dinner & Quiz: £17.50 plus a £5 per person donation to the charity.

To book, please contact: 01590 641111

info@thelazylion.co.uk

The Burnt Chef Project is a non profit organisation which was set up with the sole intention of eradicating mental health stigma within hospitality

They provide education, support, and resources, to tackle mental health stigma and work to ensure the hospitality and leisure industry is healthier and more sustainable by focussing on people's wellbeing first. 

To find out more please visit: www.theburntchefproject.com.

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Thursday 3rd October 2024: 

Autumn/Winter Menu Launch.

Tuesday 26th November 2024: 

Charity Quiz Night for Movember Foundation. 

Menu: Steak skewers with dips. 

Dinner: £17.50 plus a £5 per person donation to the charity.

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Pie & Pudding Night every Wednesday. Your choice of a tasty homemade pie, plus a dessert for just £17.50pp.

Light Lunch Menu every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. Served from 12pm to 4pm. Smaller portions for smaller appetites. 1 course: £10, 2 Courses £14, 3 Courses £17. 

English Breakfast Offer every Monday to Friday. Served from 8am to 10.45am. 2 x Full English Breakfast with tea or coffee and toast with marmalade for £15. (Vegetarian option available).

Specials Board: Special menu options change weekly, making sure you can enjoy the freshest, seasonal ingredients.

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About The Lazy Lion

The Lazy Lion is 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 have a Private Dining Area for to 20 people, and a large garden with outside seating, a gazebo, and children's play area.

In February 2024, The Lazy Lion were presented a Certificate of Achievement for their High Quality Food by the prestigious Harden's Guide.

Private Dining: For that special occasion, party or corporate event, the private dining area, 'The Stable Room’ seats up to 20. For larger groups, there is on option to take over our restaurant or even have marquee in the gardens.

B&B Accommodation: If you have guests who wish to stay over, there are four comfortable double Bed & Breakfast Rooms.

To read more About The Lazy Lion and the buildings fascinating History (with contributions from the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society), please click button below: 

The Lazy Lion
01590 641111
info@thelazylion.co.uk
www.thelazylion.co.uk
www.facebook.com/lazylionmilford

Harden's Guide Certificate of Achievement for High Quality Food 2024.

Enjoy a French Wine Tasting Dinner at Ray's Italian on Wednesday

A French Wine Tasting Dinner will be held at Ray's Italian Kitchen on Wednesday 18th September with a 7pm Start.

Served along with a classic French menu, Clemence Fabre of Famille Fabre, Languedoc has hand-picked a wine selection to compliment each dish.

French Wine Tasting Dinner Menu

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  Mixed Canapés paired with Sauvignon Blanc Grande Courtade Organic

• Fish & Prawn Stew paired with Rosé Grande Courtade Organic

• Duck Breast with cherry sauce paired with Lux de Luc, Corbieres Organic

• Prune Tart & Armagnac Crème Anglaise paired with Pet Nat Brut Nature Organic

£68.00 per person. To book, please call 01590 645300.

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Ray's Italian Kitchen Lunch Club - Starts this month

Enjoy a tasty & relaxing lunch with good company, or meet new people.

The Lunch Club will take place on the Wednesdays: 18th September, 16th October, 13th November, and 11th December 2024.

The varied menu of fresh dishes will be just £15 for two courses, or £20 for three courses.

Bookings are now being taken on 01590 645300, or just pop in.

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Charity Tapas Night

Wednesday 30th October at 7pm.

£55pp (£5 goes to the charity Counselling Together)

More information and menus to follow soon.

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Ray’s Italian Kitchen

11 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF

01590 645300

info@raysitaliankitchen.co.uk
www.raysitaliankitchen.co.uk
www.facebook.com/raysitaliankitchen

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Keith publishes Edition 2 of his ‘Where to Watch Birds’ book

Local conservationist, author, Wings/MCV member Keith Metcalf has published an updated version of his popular ‘Where to Watch Birds’ book.

The second edition of Keith’s local book covers 39 birding places to visit from Studland Common in the west, Hurst Spit in the south to Normandy Lagoon in the east. 

Keith also explains how Wings and Milford Conservation Volunteers (MCV) have been working alongside the RSPB and Hampshire Wildlife Trust in protecting ‘ground-nesting’ birds along our highly protected coastline. 

64 full-colour pages.

Where to Watch Birds (Edition 2) will shortly be available at £10 at both Milford-on-Sea Village Newsagents from 1st October 2024.

SPECIAL OFFER

Keith’s second major wildlife book covered the Historic Bird Records of Milford-on-Sea parish (1802-2022).

Get both books for just £20 or £10 for the Historic Bird Records.

The book includes the birding records of the late Tony Locke and Chris Barrass (bird recorder for the Pans & Avon Water.)

 

394-page record of every species recorded in the parish. Contains many colour maps and photographs.

First published September 2022.

Order directly from Keith by contacting:

keithmetcalf2022@btinternet.com

Free delivery within 5 miles of Milford-on-Sea - Direct Sales Only.

Emma is looking to save you money on your household bills

Milford on Sea based Emma Hounsome is a recently retired police officer, an achievement support assistant in a local secondary school and a busy mum.

For the past three years she has also been an authorised Utility Warehouse Partner and absolutely loves helping people to save money on their household bills.

Emma offers a personal and supportive service as she looks to find the best bill savings that are right for you.

She is also deaf aware with BSL knowledge.

To speak to Emma to discuss what savings she may be able to find, please contact her on emma.hounsome@uw.partners.

To make an appointment, please click here.

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About Utility Warehouse

UW look to offer some of the UK's cheapest energy deals and broadband and mobile plans available today.

Utility Warehouse have over 1,000,000 customers across the UK, and have been offering services for over 25 years.

Utility Warehouse

www.uw.co.uk

SS Shieldhall and The Waverley passing The Needles

At the beginning of last week, talented local photographer Graham Wiffen captured photos of two historic steamships, the SS Shieldhall and The Waverley, as they passed the Needles a couple of days apart.

The pictures were taken from a far distance and the conditions were a bit murky, nevertheless, always a nice sight to see.

SS Shieldhall
click image to enlarge

The Waverley

Jonathan Ruddle also captured this excellent photo of The Waverley as she passed closer to shore on a brighter day last Sunday 8th September 2024.

More about The SS Shieldhall. The largest working steamship in Britain.

www.ss-shieldhall.co.uk 

More about The Waverley. The World's last seagoing paddle steamer.

www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk

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SS Shieldhall Photography Competition 2023

click image to enlarge

Last year, Graham Wiffen also captured a picture which featured the SS Shieldhall with two Red Arrows passing above during the Bournemouth Air Show 2023 

Graham's spectacular photo won first prize in the SS Shieldhall Photography Competition 2023.

Over the years Graham has captured some wonderful images of Milford on Sea which can be seen on his website at: www.grahamwiffenphotography.com.

Graham Wiffen Photography

graham@grahamwiffen.com

www.grahamwiffenphotography.com

www.facebook.com/grwiffen