The Gun Inn undergoes refurbishment

The Gun Inn in Keyhaven has temporarily closed for a small refurbishment from the 6th February with the aim to reopen by Easter.

The pub will soon be back with their constantly changing seasonal food menu and grill specialities, plus of course their entertainment nights. 

To read the History of The Gun Inn; please click here.

The Gun Inn

Keyhaven Road, Keyhaven, SO41 0TP

01590 642391

www.facebook.com/theguninnkeyhaven

www.theguninn.co.uk

Village What's On Calendar Redesigned

The Milford on Sea What's On Calendar has been redesigned.

Having launched at the beginning of the year, it has quickly become clear that so much is happening the village that it was become difficult to present the information as we would like.

Working within the confines of the Google Calendar there is only so much that can be done on the presentation. So, we have converted to an 'Agenda format' to make it easier to read. 

Once in the What's On Calendar:

• You can change the view to weekly or monthly simply by selecting the tabs in the top right hand corners. (Use the same tabs to change back.) 
• You can also Select the Dates you want to look at by using the calendar and arrows in the the top left corner, or you can simply scroll down the page.

We have also taken the opportunity to build a new website to host the village What's On Calendar.

We hope you enjoy the new format - and find plenty to enjoy and do!

To take a look at the new design, please click here.

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If you have any events or activities in Milford on Sea to add, please drop me a line at: david@milfordonsea.org. All entries are Free.

The Lazy Lion launches Events for 2023

The Lazy Lion have launched a series of events for everyone to enjoy throughout 2023. As always you can enjoy a tasty home-cooked meal and warm welcome at the same time. 

Why not pop them in your diary so as not to miss out - or keep an eye on the the village's What On Calendar to see these and other village events. (click here)

Taster Dinner Evenings. Launching their new seasonal menus:

• Thursday 30th March: Spring 5 course Taster Dinner
• Thursday 29th June: Summer 5 course Taster Dinner
• Thursday 26th October: Autumn 5 course Taster Dinner

Charity Quiz Night

• Tuesday 21st February
• Tuesday 30th May
• Tuesday 26th September
• Tuesday 28th November

Mother's Day

• Sunday 19th March: Special menu for mums!

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

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About the Lazy Lion (Formerly The Red Lion)

In July 2019, what had been The Red Lion for many years was renamed The Lazy Lion.

This historic listed village landmark was built as a Georgian inn. The pub was later extended into the former stables and hayloft and the front entrance has a porch with Doric pillars. 

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The large bar has a central open fireplace and the pub is renowned for serving hearty, home-cooked, refined and tasty breakfasts, lunches and diners.

The pub also has three en-suite B&B rooms that face the large lawned garden with a children's play area to the rear of the pub. 

The extracts below are from an article published by the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society, written by Ron Kirby in 2018. To read the full article, please click here.

The original Red Lion was opposite where the ‘Old House’ is today on the Lymington Road. It was demolished in 1787, and shortly afterwards re-opened in a cottage on its present site. By 1795 the appearance of the Red Lion was very similar to today. 

Alfred Cole tells the story during the Crimean war [1854 to 1856], when some Irish Militia who were based at Hurst Castle were enjoying a pint in the Red Lion and became a bit boisterous. George Barnes asked them to behave or else he would bring in his small army. When they continued, George went outside and threw his beehive into the bar and they all fled.

The old stables have now been absorbed into the pub itself, you can still see the hayloft door at first floor level. In the 1950s and 1960s, Spreadburys had that part of the stables which was beneath the hayloft door as a hardware shop.

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

Celebrate Valentine's Day in the village

If you are looking for a special way to celebrate Valentine's Day in Milford on Sea, here are some ideas to take a look at:

Ray's Italian Kitchen

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www.raysitaliankitchen.co.uk

To book call: 01590 645300

The Lighthouse

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www.thelighthousemilford.co.uk

click here to book

The Beach House

Valentine's Day Set Menu:

3 courses for £32.95 running all day

along side their main menu.

www.beachhousemilfordonsea.co.uk

Elmsleigh Cakes

Talented Milford on Sea cake maker, Mandy Black is running Valentine's Day Special Offer.

You can get a box of 12 mixed cupcakes, all decorated with a personalised message for Just £30. To find out more, please click here.

www.elmsleighcakes.co.uk

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

Live Music for February & March at The Cave

The Cave have announced the acts playing at their Wednesday Live Music Nights in February & March 2023.

Enjoy an evening of live music over a few drinks, and if you fancy enjoy some tasty dishes from the Tapas menu.

Starting on Wednesday 1st February from 8pm to 10pm Ben Poore will be playing live. This will be followed by performances from Static Tandem, David Mein, Meander and Brendan Coles.

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

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

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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 lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, through to pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks to finish off your evening in style. There are also regular Live Music Nights and Tasting Evenings.

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

www.facebook.com/TheCavewinebar

www.thecavemos.co.uk

Future of village's Millennium Clock under question

Local Advertiser & Times reporter, Roz Waters has published an article regarding the questionable future of the village's Millennium Clock.

The clock sits above the Lymington Cat & Kitten Rescue charity shop opposite The Smugglers Inn in Keyhaven Road and is currently not working.

The Parish Council is now faced with the difficult decision as to whether they should fund the costly repair and introduce regular maintenance, when their limited fund are under demand from a range of other worthy causes.

It is understood that the Parish Council will be contacting householders to canvass their views.

Should you wish to express your thoughts, the Parish Council's contact details are at the foot of this article.

In the article, Roz also answer a question I had mulled over for a while. At present you can clearly the fitting marks where the Millennium Clock once sat in the eaves of the building. I had always wondered when and why the clock was moved to different position on the building.

Roz explains: The Millennium Clock was originally installed on the eaves of the building but following a 2013 fundraising campaign £3,000 was raised to relocate it to a more visible setting.

To read Roz's full article in the A&T, please click here.

Milford on Sea Parish Council

The Old Clockhouse, 22 High Street

Milford on Sea SO41 0QD

01590 644410

clerk@milfordonseaparishcouncil.gov.uk

www.milfordonseaparishcouncil.gov.uk

The Parish Office is open most days from 10am to 3.30pm on Monday to Friday.

Valentine's Cupcake Offer from Elmsleigh Cakes

Talented Milford on Sea cake maker, Mandy Black of Elmsleigh Cakes is running Valentine's Day Special Offer.

You can get a box of 12 mixed cupcakes, all decorated with a personalised message for Just £30.

Mandy specialises in bespoke celebration cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, parties, and weddings. She also make impressive cheese towers. To see some of Mandy's work please click here.

Last year she was recognised as one of the Top Three Cake Makers in the New Forest for 2022.

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

Sherlock Holmes and the Music Hall Mystery

See if you can solve the crime at Sherlock Holmes and the Music Hall Mystery, and have a hatful of laughs along the way!

Please note: Previous date published of 4th & 5th February was incorrect, it is actually on Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th February.

WHAT'S ON: See all the Village Events & Activities: please click here.

Milford on Sea Community Centre

01590 644861

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

www.facebook.com/Milford-on-Sea-Community-Centre

Box Office Open:

Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

Travel Blog visits Milford on Sea

As I was looking at Facebook, a travel blog called 'Our Hampshire' popped up with a post about their 'Winter day trip to Milford on Sea'.

The family certainly seemed to have a good time in the village. Starting with breakfast at Saltwater Cafe, followed by a fun wander around the village, then exploring the cliff top and seafront. All interspersed with fish & chips from Mr Pink's and ice cream from Needles Eye Café.

The pictures they took really captured the special village we live in.

A few of their images are below, but to see them all, please click here to visit their post.

Our Hampshire

www.facebook.com/ourhampshire

Another successful Village Pantomime Season

As this season of the Milford on Sea Village Pantomime came to a close last week, hundreds of local children and adults have been entertained watching local performers in Red Riding Hood.

Brenda Evans, Pantomime Director has asked us to send this message: "My thanks to everyone involved with “Red Riding Hood” and to our audiences who supported us again this year. Many people have said it was the best ever and was just what they needed – a good laugh and lots of fun! 

The highlight this year was the synchronised swimming. If you didn’t see it, ask someone who did!

The pantomime brings together people of different age groups, as volunteers in cast and crew, and who make lasting friendships. We were lucky to have lots of new volunteers this year but always need more so if you would like to be involved in next year’s panto please contact me: brendavoce@hotmail.com or 07702 858987

We would like to find someone for the next panto who could act as Production Secretary. If you’re a good organiser and have a computer please get in touch."

Verveine Awarded Top Score in Hardens Guide 2023

Verveine, Milford on Sea's high-end fish restaurant, are very happy to announce that they have been awarded a top 5 out of 5 for food by the extremely prestigious Hardens Guide 2023.

This puts Verveine in the top 2% restaurants for their quality of food in the UK. 

David Wykes, chef/proprietor sends his thanks to all of his customers, and to those who took the time to write reviews after dining with him. He really appreciates all of your kindness and support.

To see the latest menu at Verveine, please click here. (A 2 course lunch starts from £23pp, up to an 8 course evening menu for £95pp)

To book a table to dine please call: 01590 642176 or visit:

www.verveine.co.uk.

Also available at Verveine:

The Verveine Cook Book which would grace any kitchen or coffee table.

Verveine Spice Tin Blends, please click here to view range.

Plus, Gift Vouchers. All available in the restaurant shop now.

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

www.facebook.com/VerveineFishMarketRestaurant

A glimpse into Milford on Sea's past

Local historian, Barry Shurlock of MoSHRS recently had an interesting article on the history of Milford on Sea Historical Record Society published in the Hampshire Chronical.

Barry writes: 

The latest work of a long-established historical society wonderfully demonstrates how many stories there are still to tell…

Local history societies come and go. They generally depend on a few people, often outsiders. Fitting the bill, and still going strong after more than a hundred years is the oldest society in the county, Milford-on-Sea Historical Record Society.

Issues of its Occasional Magazine, edited by former naval officer and prize-winning local historian Barry Jolly, is full of interesting stories that belie the view of its committee in 1959, which decided “that all possible research on Milford had been completed”.

Charles 1

A fascinating article by Lynton Robins tells of the time when in 1648 “for 19 days Milford’s local history ran in tandem with England’s political history”. This was the period when Charles I was staying at Hurst Castle “on the royal road to death”.

This is a serious piece of research that contrasts with conventional accounts of the county during the Civil War. Whilst battles were being fought in the north – at Cheriton, Alton, Andover, Basing and elsewhere – Milford remained out of the fray. It was an “island of peace” and “apart from its illustrious visitor” stayed clear of any conflict.

Until Milford had been recognised in the nineteenth century as an agreeable place to spend time or retire by the sea, it had little going for it. Life was difficult for ordinary people like Charles and Mary Crowfoot, who in 1814 came from Norfolk to Milford to work in service. Their lives were hardened by the fact that five of their children had hearing impairments (‘deaf and dumb’).

Also, three of the daughters with impairments had illegitimate children. It was only the enlightened attitudes of some people in the village that ensured they were not cast into homes for ‘fallen women’. Largely due to the Crowfoots’ employers, they were therefore able to “experience a fairly normal existence for working-class people”.

Under the rubric ‘a life of silence’, Anne and Bob Braid, together with Barry Jolly, have in this article opened up a subject that is difficult to research and often taboo, yet powerfully illustrates an important facet of life in the past.

Just published, the 2022 edition of Occasional Magazine demonstrates the importance of biography as a window on the past. The “roving eye” of Captain Thomas Symonds (1817-1887) gives one picture, whilst Samuel Manktelow’s “short but eventful stay in Milford” in the building boom of the 1890s gives another.

Anne and Bob Braid write: “In the short space of a little over two and half years, Samuel Manktelow came, established a building business and steam-powered saw mill, was landlord of the Red Lion, dabbled as a potato merchant, became bankrupt and left.”

In another piece Bob tells the story of another failed cause, a short-lived golf course in Milford that was lost to development (plus ça change!), despite support from a famous golfer of the day, James Braid (no known relative).

Less dramatic, but probably more typical of the comfortable middle classes who came to settle in the village was Mrs Catherina Chetham-Strode. Her father was a wealthy cleric, her first husband an Army officer “later venerated as a national hero”, and her second a wealthy landowner.

She retired to Milford, initially to a substantial house with 22 acres of land, and a few years later benefited from a share of £2,595 (about £260,000 in today’s money) from slaves owned in Jamaica following the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833.

These articles, and many more like them, demonstrate thoroughly researched, carefully written local history that goes beyond the immediate locality. Almost every piece in MOSHRS Occasional Magazine sheds light on issues outside Milford. Eagerly awaited are plans for digitising the entire run – now standing at 39 editions – as part of a wider digitisation project.

The story of MOSHRS has itself become a classic example of local history in action. It started on January 25 1909, as told in the centenary issue of the magazine by current chairman, Chris Hobby and Joanna Close-Brooks. On that day seven people came together and decided to set up a society. Three months later, with retired chest specialist Dr Vincent D. Harris in the chair, a committee of eight was chosen and 13 members elected.

The idea came from Edward Agar, whose father WT Agar had made a fortune selling land for King’s Cross Station and in 1867 bought Milford House and other properties in the village. On his father’s death in 1906 Edward and his wife and nine children took up his inheritance and moved south.

William Ravenscroft

`The committee included architect William Ravenscroft, who later became Vice-President of the Hampshire Field Club and “had a profound effect on the architectural character of the village in the first four decades of the 20th century”. The members included a GP, a retired Army officer, a former teacher at Eton, and a professional geologist.

Another member was the largest landowner in the area, Col. William Cornwallis-West, who in the 1890s tried to develop Milford as a resort (he added the ‘On-Sea’). MOSHRS celebrate his illustrious ancestor Admiral William Cornwallis, who had a lifelong reputation for “less than decorous conduct” and passed his retirement with Mrs Whitby, the widow of his Flag Captain.

Col. William Cornwallis-West

Unlike today, membership of MOSHRS in 1909 was not automatic. “One was not lightly a member – the question was carefully considered and one’s attainments and social position were weighed and to be elected was a real distinction”, according to founder member Hylda Bruce, writing in 1960.

For nearly 50 years MOSHRS held meetings and published five volumes of papers, each with six parts. By 1934, a growing membership meant that meetings were no longer held in members’ houses, but in a local hotel. There were visits to places of local interest and the growing archive was stored in a cupboard in the hotel.

In 1944, MOSHRS membership stood at a healthy 73, although curiously it was decided to limit it to 70 (today it stands at c.200). This was hardly necessary, as by the late 1950s it had taken a plunge and the committee decided to dissolve the Society and move the ‘archive cupboard’ for safekeeping to the church.

But there was obviously an ongoing appetite for local history and in 1972 MOSHRS was revived, largely due to the local incumbent, Rev. Marling Roberts, and Ursula Danby and Jean Bower, grand-daughters of founder members Edward Agar and Arthur Woodd. It has since published eight volumes of the Occasional Magazine.

Over the years, local historians in Milford have demonstrated just how much can be found out about one small place by those with an interest. Copies of the Occasional Magazine can be obtained from www.milfordhistory.org.uk.

To read the full article in the Hampshire Chronicle, please click here.

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About the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society 

The society has an excellent website with a lot of information and historical pictures of Milford on Sea's 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 pa. 

To find out more; please click here.

Milford on Sea Historical Record Society

admin@milfordhistory.org.uk

www.milfordhistory.org.uk

David Bowie at Milford Movies

Milford Movies are showing Moonage Daydream at the Community Centre at 7pm on Thursday 2nd February.

Moonage Daydream illuminates the life and genius of David Bowie, one of the most prolific and influential artists of our time.

Told through sublime, kaleidoscopic, never-before-seen footage, performances and music, Brett Morgen’s (The Kid Stays in the Picture, Cobain: Montage of Heck, Jane) feature length experiential cinematic odyssey explores David Bowie’s creative, musical and spiritual journey. 

The film is guided by David Bowie’s own narration and is the first officially sanctioned film on the artist.…

Come and watch with other members of the community for just £7. The bar is also open on the evening.

To see other upcoming films and events at the Community Centre, please click here.

WHAT'S ON: See all the Village Events & Activities: please click here.

Milford on Sea Community Centre

01590 644861

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

www.facebook.com/Milford-on-Sea-Community-Centre

Box Office Open:

Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

Polly takes her Reiki & Tarot Practice fully mobile

Local Milford on Sea resident, Polly Pollock has now officially launched Arcana Healing, her fully mobile Reiki Healing Practice. She is currently taking bookings for February and onwards. 

 

Polly also offers Tarot Guidance Sessions alongside her Reiki services and will soon be introducing Spiritual Guidance/Counselling and Animal Reiki Sessions.

 

She would love to hear from anyone (or their pets!) who may be interested in her Reiki or Tarot Sessions in your own home.

Meet Polly: "I'm an Intuitive Reiki, Tarot & Spiritual Healer. My mission is to help you to heal and grow through Reiki Healing, Tarot Guidance, Spiritual Guidance and more.

​I have always been Clairsentient (meaning that I feel other people's energy and can connect with them in this way). I have been a qualified Reiki healer since the young age of 18 and have been doing Tarot and Spiritual Guidance alongside this ever since. I am able to tap into other people's energies along with my own intuition when doing my healings and sessions, so that I can get a clear understanding of what you need, and give you the best possible spiritual guidance going forward.

​I can't wait to help you on your journey, whatever it may be! Feel free to get in touch to find out more."

To get in touch with Polly to let her know about your interest, or to ask any questions, please contact her on: 07931 999028 or at Polly@arcanahealing.com

You can also read more on her website: www.arcanahealing.com

Arcana Healing

07931 999028

Polly@arcanahealing.com

www.arcanahealing.com

MoSHRS celebrates Golden Anniversary

The Milford-on-Sea Historical Record Society was founded in 1909 and went into abeyance in the 1950s when its members felt that their exhaustive studies had revealed the totality of Milford’s history.

One young local resident, Chris Hobby, dissented from this view and campaigned with others for the re-establishment of MoSHRS in order to dig more deeply into the local history of the village. He was successful in pursuit of this goal and a newly reformed MoSHRS was set up in 1973, and it was the anniversary of this event which was celebrated at this January’s meeting.

Chris Hobby with
Christopher Saunders and
Dr. Joanna Close-Brooks
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The AGM presented two members with life-memberships; firstly Dr. Joanna Close-Brooks who has been associated with the Society for nearly forty years, twenty-seven of which serving as a Trustee, and secondly Mr. Christopher Saunders for his work in modernising the Society’s administration as well as securing funding for local research projects.

The speaker at the fiftieth celebration was Mr. Will Reid of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, who outlined the magnitude of the Commission’s work as well as illustrating his talk with local anecdotes to illuminate its central themes.

The meeting ended with a celebratory buffet. Members raised their glasses and cheered when the Chairman proposed a toast to “the next fifty years of MoSHRS”.

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About the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society 

The society has an excellent website with a lot of information and historical pictures of Milford on Sea's 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 pa. 

To find out more; please click here.

Milford on Sea Historical Record Society

admin@milfordhistory.org.uk

www.milfordhistory.org.uk

Big Bash Quiz Night at The Smugglers Inn

Every year, the parents of the Year 6 children at Milford-On-Sea Primary School come together to raise funds to hold an End Of Year Party for the children, known as The Big Bash.

The event consists of a 'Festival' Type Party on the school field with Fairground Rides, Inflatables, Photo Booth, BBQ, Disco & Ice Cream Van. Each child is also supplied with a personalised 'Leavers Hoody'.

As you may expect, this event doesn't come cheap, costing around £3000.

Below are details on a Big Bash Quiz which has been organised to raise funds.

The Parents Friends Association (PFA) are also looking for local businesses who can help in any way. If you would like more information, the Big Bash Team would love to hear from you on:

milfordbigbash2023@gmail.com.

Big Bash Quiz Night at The Smugglers

Wednesday 22nd February. Arrival from 6.30pm - Quiz starts at 8pm.

Teams of 4 to 6 people.

Tickets: £15pp including meat or vegan lasagne.

To book: Please call The Smugglers Inn on 01590 644414

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

The Smugglers Inn

88 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE

01590 644414

smugglersinn@ymail.com

www.thesmugglersinnpub.com

www.facebook.com/Smugglersinnmos

Support the Friends of NCF

Milford on Sea based charity, Friends of NCF (Namuwongo Community Foundation) funds a school for over 400 children who live in poverty in the slums of Kampala, Uganda. They also provide meals, social & medical care.

The charity aims to keep education at the heart of all they do in order to transform the lives of some of the neediest people in society.

However, they face a great dilemma and challenge this year, as they need at raise at least an additional £30,000 to continue the NCF Secondary School, £10,000 to maintain the scale of Primary School, as well as £5000 to sustain the feeding programme.  This is over and above what they will raise in 2023 through committed giving, corporate sponsorship, events & fundraising. Without the funds there is a fear that children and students may return to the slums to face a life without great hope.

Milford on Sea resident, Matthew Brearley is the Chair of Trustees and he said; "As with so many charities, the fundraising challenge is difficult & never ending. We’re facing some really tough decisions for the kids & vulnerable families in the Namuwongo slums. We would like to increase our subscriber numbers and would welcome anyone who would like to join to us to fundraise, support us with donations, or just provide moral support."

Matthew and his wife Nicola are currently visiting the project in Uganda. this is a critical trip as they plan, prioritise and agree the way forward for NCF given the financial and sustainability challenges.

They have also taken with them charity bags which are full with school uniform, medical supplies and books/games for the school library.

Upcoming Friends of NCF Events:

Sue's Coffee Mornings in support of the Friends of NCF are held on the first Saturday of every month from 10am. Everyone is welcome, please just go along to 33 Whitby Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0NE. The next coffee morning is on Saturday 4th February 2023.

Friends of NCF Project Update: Saturday 25th February, 2.30pm to 4pm at All Saints Church Hall, Milford on Sea.

Enjoy Ugandan tea & coffee and homemade cakes. Hear the latest news, photos & videos following Matthew & Nicola's visit to Uganda with an opportunity to ask questions & find out more.

Everyone is welcome to go along. The event is free and no booking is required.

Milford on Sea Open Gardens: Sunday 25th June, 2pm to 5pm. Always a favourite in the village's annual events calendar. More information to follow nearer the event.

Would you consider opening your garden this year? The Friends of NCF would love to add new gardens in Milford on Sea to the event. All you need is an interesting garden of any size, shape or design - and a warm welcome. If you are interested please let Steve Jennings know at: friendsofnamuwongo@yahoo.com.

To see more information on the work of Friends of NCF, please visit:

www.friendsofncf.org.

Friends of NCF also provide a free newsletter for moral or financial supporters, and welcome anyone wishing to do a fundraising event or challenge. To find out more please contact Matthew at: office@friendsofncf.org

Donations can also be made on the website.

Friends of NCF (Namuwongo Community Foundation)

office@friendsofncf.org
www.friendsofncf.org

Black Swans at Sturt Pond

When taking any walk around the coastline in Milford on Sea it is always a delight to see the birds and wildlife that share this beautiful area with us.

On a recent walk, two local residents came across some stunning black swan signets and took the pictures below.

It is always a privilege to see unusual sights in nature.

The birds were spotted close to Cut Bridge where Sturt Pond connects to to the sea. The simplest pleasures can bring the biggest smiles.

Picture by Tracy Newham

Picture by Tracy Newham

Picture by John Allison