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04 January 2023

Tribute to Swing Night at The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse seaside bar and restaurant are holding a Tribute to Swing Night on 14th January 2023.

You can enjoy enjoy a 2-course dinner from £22.50pp accompanied by live music from Scott Haynes at 8.30pm. (£10 per person deposit required.)

You can hear the smooth sound of Scott Haynes by clicking here.

More information & Menu:

To book: contact: 01590 718040

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2 FOR 1 SUNDAY COCKTAILS

Buy one cocktail + the other one is on The Lighthouse Team! 

Available Every Sunday, All Day until spring starts.

The small print: Purchase one cocktail, and the second is free. Both cocktails must be the same, purchased and received at the same time. Only cocktails on the menu are included.
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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!

The Lighthouse run a variety of special nights through the year, including Summer Sundowners with live music acts on the terrace on Fridays during July & August from 6pm. Each week The Lighthouse has different artists performing, and you can enjoy the early evening with a meal, or just a beer or glass of wine sitting on the terrace or Sea Wall. No need to book. The perfect way to kick start your weekend! 

As the music is played outside all space is first-come-first-served and weather dependant.



The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY

02 January 2023

Nordic Walking in Milford on Sea

If you would like to try a different type of healthy walk with a friendly group, Suzanne & Trevor Madden offer Nordic Walking in Milford on Sea and across The New Forest. 

Benefits of Nordic Walking

Each week there are 12 dog friendly walks in various local locations.

They are also able to offer Free Tasters weekly, Power of the Poles Courses monthly and Guided Social Adventure Walks once a month, with all abilities catered for. For more information, please click here.

The next walk in Milford on Sea is on:
  • Milford on Sea Nordic Walk on 17th January 2023 - 9.30am. One hour Nordic Walk lead by Suzanne Madden.
This walk meets at Cornwallis Road in Milford on Sea and takes the group along the cliff top with lovely views of the Isle of Wight. They then dip down to sea level and will either stay by the water's edge or loop around the nature reserve before heading back up the cliff. 

For more information, please click here.


Nordic Walking
07903 772181

01 January 2023

Christmas Tree Collection Point

New Forest District Council have set up a Christmas Tree Collection Point in Milford on Sea.

From Saturday 31 December 2022 to Sunday 15 January 2023 you can drop off your real Christmas tree for recycling at Hurst Road East overflow car park (by The Lighthouse & Sturt Pond), SO41 0PY.

The trees will be recycled by chipping, creating mulch which will then be used locally.

All decorations must be removed from the tree before taking it to a drop-off point.


Part-Time Delivery Drivers Needed

Milford News at 19 High Street, Milford on Sea (Opposite the Parish Council Office), are currently looking for early morning delivery drivers to deliver for approximately 2 hours a day. - Your own car is essential. 

The newsagent delivers newspapers to customers homes in Lymington, Milford on Sea and surrounding areas, and they are looking for drivers to cover the 7 day a week deliveries.

If you may be interested, please ring 01590 643188. If no answer, please leave a message, with your name and number, and the owner will ring you back.


Milford News
19 High Street, Milford on Sea  SO41 0QF
01590 643188

Learn to Salsa in the New Year

Join in the Beginners Salsa Classes and learn to Salsa in 2023.

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. We regularly go to a local pub for a drink & chat after class.

For those who have done salsa before we teach LA/NY Cross body style salsa.


The classes are held in the Dance Studio in Milford on Sea Community Centre and run weekly on Fridays from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. 

Suitable for complete beginners or those with some experience of salsa.

No partner needed. £8 per class.

Learning Salsa is a great way to meet new people and get moving to high energy music. Option to head to the pub together for a drink after class.

To book Beginners Salsa Classesplease click here - or text Danie on 07787 428714 to book your place & pay in class.


Your teacher:

Danie Louise says: I've taught and performed salsa all over the world. I have over 15 years teaching experience and I'm now a professional mindset coach - this class is all about bringing those two disciplines together - to move great and feel great!

I love teaching salsa because it's a lot of fun and I've seen how it's helped so many people (including myself) to feel more confident and happy!

My aim is to help people gain the confidence and technique to enjoy dancing salsa, while creating space to have fun and forget about life's challenges for a little while. As someone new to the area I'm also looking to meet new people and I've learned that salsa is one of the most fun ways to do that!

Salsa with Danie
07787 428714
danie@evergreen-coaching.co.uk

Naked New Year's Eve Rugby

Does anyone remember what happened on Milford on Sea Village Green on New Year's Eve 2013?

Nine year's ago we published the article below. As they say; 'Lads, will be lads' - Even in a place like Milford on Sea!

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Word has reached us that there was a rather strange way for a group of local revellers to celebrate the night of New Years Eve, when a game of naked rugby took place on Milford on Sea village green at around 3am into New Year's Day. 

It is understood that this is not a regular fixture, and it was difficult to know who was on which team due to the lack of any clothing. It is thought that around 8 players took part and they were all of an age that should know better!

It is unclear whether they started with any kits, or whether all of their clothes simply fell off simultaneously!

The wet and cold weather meant the match did not last the full game time, and that ample amounts of mud covered the modesty of some.

Thankfully, there were no obvious injuries, but no doubt there would have been suffering later in the day, not just from the exertion of the game, but also as a result of the extended night's celebrations.

Fortunately for us, there are no pictures that we know of. If anyone has any, whatever you do please don't send them in, just delete them from your camera!

Whilst there is a wide variety of clubs in Milford on Sea, we are unable to help anyone who may wish to get involved in any future games, as we do not believe there is a formal Naked Rugby Club to join in the village.

The full list of the night's players is unknown to us, but they know who they are!

PS: The New Milton Advertiser & Lymington Times heard about the story here, and yesterday it was published on the front cover of the 10th January edition of the newspaper for all to see. I bet there are some embarrassed lads around Milford on Sea right now!

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28 December 2022

Celebrate New Year's Eve in the village

If you are looking for somewhere to celebrate New Year's Eve in Milford on Sea, the events below are taking place:
  • NEW YEAR'S EVE EARLY DINING at The Lighthouse
  • NEW YEAR'S EVE DISCO at The Cave
  • NEW YEAR'S EVE at The Beach House
  • NEW YEAR'S EVE at The Lighthouse
  • NEW YEAR'S EVE at The Wash House
  • NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY with Dog Ruff at Milford Club
Before that you can enjoy an afternoon at:
  • BERLINER PHILHARMONIKER LIVE: New Year’s Eve Concert at the Community Centre
To find out more details about all aboveplease click here.

PS: If you want to check out what the other village pubs and restaurants are doing on New Year's Eve, or grab a celebration takeaway, please click here for their contact details.

Big Sale at No64 Biscuit House

No64 Biscuit House, the boutique interior and gift shop in Milford on Sea high street, are holding a Big Sale.

You can also view a range of sale items online by clicking here. As there are many 'one-offs' on sale, not all items are shown online.

The 'online sale page' on their website runs throughout the year and is worth keeping an eye on, as it is regular updated. The page contains uniquely priced products which maybe props from Clare's photograph shoots, hidden gems Clare finds on her tours of vintage markets, one-off's from suppliers, or simply half price sale items. All are available on a first come first served basis.

To be intermittently informed of sale items, you can register for the No64 Newsletter.


Lots of attractive and interesting items for your home are on sale, so why not pop in to take a look.

No64 Biscuit House will be open for Sale Days:

• Friday & Saturday 30th & 31st December until 5pm.
• Friday & Saturday 6th & 7th January.
• Then closed for winter break until Thursday 26th January.

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The building where No64 Biscuit House now resides has an interesting history, including once being a slaughter house and butchers. To read more please click here.

No64 in 1928
(In centre of picture)


Images courtesy of
Milford on Sea Historical Record Society


No64 Biscuit House
64 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD
01590 643765
www.No64.co.uk

Live Music at The Cave tonight

Live Music at The Cave tonight with Guy Stockman from 8pm. (Wednesday 28th December) 

Enjoy an evening of live music over a few drinks or a plate Tapas.

Guy Stockman is a recording artist, singer, songwriter and guitarist.


Watch this space for more Live Music Nights at The Cave, or keep an eye on their Facebook page for updates on who's playing.

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About The Cave

The Cave is a popular and vibrant Wine & Gin Bar as well as a Tapas Restaurant and Off-Licence. The venue specialises in premier quality wines, speciality gin & tonics, spirits and beers.

The Cave has stylish and relaxing surroundings, and is the place to meet friends at any time of day for a light Tapas lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, through to pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks to finish off your evening in style.

This unique business has been in Milford on Sea since May 2013, and can be booked for private hire to host parties and gatherings.


The Cave
2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH
01590 642195

26 December 2022

The Feel Great Winter Cleanse with Sophia

Sophia Handscomb will be starting The Feel Great Winter Cleanse from the 2nd January 2022.

The concept is to get a group of like-minded people together for 21 days to cleanse the body, feel lighter and start the new year feeling great.

Sophia is a local health and fitness coach who focuses on weight loss and fitness and she has a track record in helping people to success. 


Sophia a big fan of meal planning as she feels that it takes pressure off that 'what are we having for dinner' chat each night and also allows you to create lovely fresh meals to stick to for the week.

The Feel Great Winter Cleanse is a 21 Day cleanse to reset, relax and revive the body for just £95, and ideal for anyone who is looking for weight loss inspiration - in the form of recipes, tips, ideas or just someone to chat to.

For more information call: 07946 603873 or contact:



Trained by a Girl
Sophia Handscomb
07946 603873
trainedbyagirl@outlook.com
Instagram - @trainedbyagirl

24 December 2022

Christmas Fun at Milford on Sea Primary School

The Milford on Sea Primary School PFA were delighted to have raised an impressive £2,300 at their recent Christmas Fair. 

Thanks go to everyone who supported and donated to such a fun event - and you can see pictures of the event on their Facebook Page.

The school also had a surprise visitor just before Christmas when Santa & his Elf visited to give the each of the children a Selection Box, which had been generously donated by Sean & Naomi Willson at Everton Hyundai.

Earlier in December, the Collins & Butler Christmas Song Competition had numerous winners in each year, each of whom won a Smyths Toy Superstore Voucher courtesy of  sponsor Collins and Butler.

It is great to see local businesses and residents supporting the village's excellent school and school children.


Milford on Sea Primary School
Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0RF
01590 642945

Milford on Sea Primary School PFA

23 December 2022

Community Centre launch Gift Vouchers

Milford on Sea Community Centre are now offering Gift Vouchers which make ideal gifts throughout the year.

If you are looking for something a little different for a birthday, anniversary or just as a thank you, Gift Vouchers are perfect, as the recipient can choose their own night out at any of the vast variety of events taking place at the Community Centre.

The Gift Vouchers are £5 each and available now.


WHAT'S ON: See all the village events and activities: please click here.

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

Local's Lunch weekly at The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse seaside bar and restaurant have a 'Locals Lunch' on Tuesday lunchtimes throughout January & February.

You can enjoy 2 courses for £10 or 3 courses for £15 for a Tuesday lunch. (Excludes 14th February.)

The dishes on this special menu will be updated weekly. So, it's worth keeping an eye on their Facebook page to see the latest offers.

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2 FOR 1 SUNDAY COCKTAILS

Buy one cocktail + the other one is on The Lighthouse Team! Available all day, every Sunday.

The small print: Purchase one cocktail, and the second is free. Both cocktails must be the same, purchased and received at the same time. Only cocktails on the menu are included.
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About The Lighthouse

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!

The Lighthouse run a variety of special nights through the year, including Summer Sundowners with live music acts on the terrace on Fridays during July & August from 6pm. Each week has different artists performing, and you can enjoy the early evening with a meal, or just a beer or glass of wine sitting on the terrace or Sea Wall. No need to book. The perfect way to kick start your weekend!  

As the music is played outside all space is first-come-first-served and weather dependant.



The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY

21 December 2022

Boxing Day Board Games at The Gun Inn

The Gun Inn are holding an Evening of Board Games on Boxing Day.

Pop in for drinks and lots of fun from 6pm.

The Gun Inn team will provide a few board games and you are invited to bring your own favourite games to share and swap with friends and family.

There will also be some bar games to try your hand at for the chance to win a free drink.


The Gun Inn also has constantly changing seasonal food menu and grill specialities. You could of course take the opportunity to enjoy a bite to eat, or a relaxed drink, before testing your quiz knowledge. Click here to see a sample menu.

To read the History of The Gun Innplease click here.


The Gun Inn
Keyhaven Road, Keyhaven, SO41 0TP
01590 642391

20 December 2022

New Year's Eve Disco at The Cave

The Cave are holding a New Year's Eve Disco with a DJ from 9pm to Midnight. No ticket required.

The DJ takes to the turntables at 9pm, before that The Cave will be open throughout the day and will be serving Tapas from 12pm to 2pm & then 6pm to 8.30pm.

Also, watch this space for Live Music Nights at The Cave in 2023, or keep an eye on their Facebook page for updates on who's playing.
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About The Cave

The Cave is a popular and vibrant Wine & Gin Bar as well as a Tapas Restaurant and Off-License. The venue specialises in premier quality wines, speciality gin & tonics, spirits and beers.

The Cave has stylish and relaxing surroundings, and is the place to meet friends at any time of day for a light lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, through to pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks to finish off your evening in style.

This unique business has been in Milford on Sea since May 2013, and can be booked for private hire to host parties and gatherings.


The Cave
2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH
01590 642195

Free Christmas Lunch for those alone

The Cliff House in Barton on Sea, who also own The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining in Milford on Sea, are offering a number of Free Christmas Lunches to anyone alone.

This warm-hearted and thoughtful offer (detailed below) has been made on their Facebook Page and demonstrates both their generosity and the true meaning of Christmas. 

Christmas Lunch on us

During Covid, we offered a Christmas lunch for those finding themselves alone on Christmas Day. Something we didn’t think would be needed in a post Covid world. We all know 2022 hasn’t been quite as easy sailing as we all hoped. So we are doing it again….

We will deliver a Turkey roast dinner on Christmas Eve, with re-heating instructions to be enjoyed on Christmas Day.

It’s completely free, and for those who are on their own and in need.

If you are alone, or know someone who is. Please give us a call to add you to our list on 01425 61933.

The details- please read!

We only have a limited number of meals we can provide. The meals are for those genuinely in need and alone on Christmas Day, therefore it’s one meal per dwelling. Delivering to Milford on Sea, Barton, New Milton, Highcliffe, Hordle & Lymington.

We would love to help everyone who would benefit from a pre-prepared and free meal, but can only do so much. 

If you read this message and know someone who you could help - please do. Box up some spare food and share it with a neighbour, donate some items to the food bank. Share the love and make someone smile this Christmas.
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The Cliff House is run by husband and wife team Steve Pillinger and Hayley Darbishire.

The thoughtfulness of you guys and your team deserve a warm thank you.

Such a caring and generous gesture, and an impressive way to support those in need in the local community. Brilliant!

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PS: If you are out for a Christmas Walk, the side hatch at The Lighthouse is open from 9am every day for takeaway drinks and snacks.


The Cliff House
Marine Drive West, Barton on Sea, BH25 7QL
01425 619333

The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY

Last minute Christmas Gifts

Have you someone you still need to get a Christmas gift for?

Well, if you do, you can find lots of ideas right in Milford on Sea village centre.

Gifts at The Cave
The Cave have a magnificent selection of gift boxes, excellent wines, and enough different beverages that there's sure to be a little something for everyone. Drop in while stocks last!

As always; The Old Smithy, No.64 Biscuit House and Jabulani Gallery have gifts to brighten anyone's home.

Ray's Italian Kitchen Hamper
Ray's Italian Kitchen have a yummy selection of sweet and savoury treats to create your perfect gift hamper, as well as Gift Vouchers.

Gift Vouchers can also be bought from the local restaurants & pubs at Verveine & Britannia Thai, The Smugglers, Lazy Lion and The Gun. 

The Community Centre also have gift vouchers which people can use to choose which of their many events they would like to attend.

Verveine also have the David Wykes Cook Book and Bespoke Spice Tins.

Moss on the Green & Sassy's can offer ladies fashions, and for the last minute Christmas Cards and wrapping paper; The Village News and Milford Cards & Gifts have a great selection.

Muffins Galore at Braxton Gardens have gift wrapped homemade gluten free gingerbread men.

If I have missed anyone, I'm sure you can discover what they have to offer with a wander around the village shops.

Sparkling Milford on Sea ready for Christmas

Well known local photographer Graham Wiffen has captured some delightful pictures of the village Christmas Lights & Decorations.

Since the 'Switch On and Carol Service' in early December the village has taken on a special Christmas atmosphere that has been appreciated and enjoyed by so many.

To see Graham's pictures, please click here.

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Graham can also offer some last minute Christmas Gifts: Framed Local Scene Prints from only £35, Half-Day Photography Tuition Voucher from only £45, and his 2023 Local Scenes Calendar including delivery for £10. 


Graham Wiffen Photography


The Christmas Lights & Decorations were organised and created by the team at Magical Milford. Funding came from local business and private individual donations. To find out more, please click here.

19 December 2022

Crib Service at 3pm on Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve Crib Service at All Saints' Church from 3pm to 4.30pm. (Not a 3.30pm start as previously published.)

Come dressed as a character from the Nativity scene!

Everyone welcome - bring the family.



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

18 December 2022

New Coach joins team at Milford Tennis Club

Milford on Sea Tennis & Squash Club have new tennis coach.

Caitlin Inglis, has joined the coaching team alongside longstanding coach Daniel Hitchins. Both are LTA Level 4 Senior Coaches - Accredited+.

The best way to find out more about Caitlin is for her to introduce herself:

“My love for tennis started at 4 years old at my local tennis club, Strathgryffe, on the West Coast of Scotland. 24 years later and my love for tennis has only grown. Throughout my junior years I played many County, National and International tournaments which allowed me to compete across the UK and in Europe. My highlight was representing Scotland in the 6 Nations Junior Tournament.

I started my coaching journey at 18. I loved the idea of being able to teach, share my passion and love for the game that meant so much to me with others.

At the age of 21, I completed my LTA Level 4 Senior Performance Coach Qualification. This allowed me to specialise in performance coaching and led me to coach some of the best 12–18 year olds in the country; some of which have gone on to play Division 1 College Tennis in the States or play tennis full time as a career.

I gained more experience coaching at a Tennis Academy in New York. This allowed me to widen my knowledge and experience through understanding the American tennis philosophy as well as our British approach and values.

Most recently, I have been the Junior Tennis Professional at David Lloyd Poole for 6 years, here I was able to grow the junior tennis programme to 150 children a week.

My philosophy is that no matter what age, gender or ability level, tennis is a sport for everyone. My goal is for every tennis session to be challenging, progressive, engaging and most importantly FUN! If someone walks out of a lesson and has enjoyed themselves, learnt something new, with the feeling that they have accomplished their goal that day and want to come back for more challenges, then that is my job done.

I love working with all ages and levels and meeting new people.

Outside of tennis I have a passion for cooking and baking, I’ve been known for making a mean brownie!”

Milford Tennis & Squash Club
Lucerne Road, Milford-on-Sea, SO41 0PL

New Artisan Food & Craft Market

A New Artisan Food & Craft Market is being planned for 2023.

The market will feature locally crafted items and locally made foods, and potential stall holders are invited to get in touch.

It is planned that the stall holders will include; Artisan Crafts: Teddies, Decoupage, Jewellery, Wood, Pottery, Glassware, Cards, Feltwork, Flowers, Candles - & Locally Produced & Homemade Food: Chocolate, Cakes, Cupcakes, Cheese, Chutneys & Jams etc.

The market is is proposed to start in Milford on Sea, and then expand to also visit; Lymington, New Milton, and the Lyndhurst area.

If you are interested in a stall then please send Lindsey a Facebook message with details and photos of your work.


Artisan Food & Craft Market

17 December 2022

Rockpool Cheese on Radio Solent

Rockpool Cheese in Milford on Sea high street were on Radio Solent today as part of their ‘Clued up’ Radio Quiz presented by Suz. 

The appearance gave them the opportunity to mention a number of the artisan & farmhouse cheeses they sell such as; Pevensey Blue, Pitchfork Cheddar, Witheridge Nettlebed, Kern Cornish Yarg and Little She from Whitelake Cheese.

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Rockpool Cheese also have a range of unusual pickles to add to their extensive range of artisan cheeses.

The pickle range includes; Walnuts with a tangy crunch, figs for a mix of hot and sweet, pears for a taste sensation and shallots for a lovely munchy sweetness. 

There is still a few days until Christmas, so why not pop in and make up that special cheese board!

About Rockpool Cheese

Rockpool Cheese is owned by Gillian and Peter Maclean-Arnold, and they offer a wide selection of speciality artisan & farmhouse cheeses and accompaniments, primarily from the UK and south coast but with a few delicious European cheeses thrown in for good measure. The cheese range includes; cow, goat and ewe cheeses; pasteurised, unpasteurised and vegetarian.

Normal Opening Hours
Wednesday: 10am - 4pm
Thursday: 10am - 4pm
Friday: 10am - 4pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday/Monday/Tuesday: Closed

Rockpool Cheese
46 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD
01590 643433

New Year's Eve at The Beach House

Celebrate New Year's Eve dining at The Beach House.

Live music from Carley Varley from 9pm until midnight on the 31st December.

To find out more about Carley Varley, please visit: www.carleyvarley.com

Booking essential, please contact The Beach House.


The Beach House
01590 643044