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

www.facebook.com/No64BH

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

www.facebook.com/TheCavewinebar
www.thecavemos.co.uk

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:

trainedbyagirl@outlook.com.

Trained by a Girl
Sophia Handscomb

07946 603873

trainedbyagirl@outlook.com
Instagram - @trainedbyagirl

www.trainedbyagirl.com

www.facebook.com/sophia.handscomb
Weight Loss Facebook Group

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

www.mosps.hants.sch.uk

Milford on Sea Primary School PFA

mospspfa@outlook.com

www.facebook.com/PFAatMOSPS

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.

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

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

hello@thelighthousemilford.co.uk

www.thelighthousemilford.co.uk

www.facebook.com/thelighthousemilford

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 Inn; please click here.

The Gun Inn

Keyhaven Road, Keyhaven, SO41 0TP

01590 642391

www.facebook.com/theguninnkeyhaven

www.theguninn.co.uk

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

www.facebook.com/TheCavewinebar
www.thecavemos.co.uk

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

info@thecliffhouse.co.uk

www.thecliffhouse.co.uk

www.facebook.com/cliffhousebarton

The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining

Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY

hello@thelighthousemilford.co.uk

www.thelighthousemilford.co.uk

www.facebook.com/thelighthousemilford

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.

click image to see pictures

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. 

Please click here to find out more.

Graham Wiffen Photography

graham@grahamwiffen.com

www.grahamwiffenphotography.com

www.facebook.com/grwiffen

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.

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

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

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

www.milfordtennisandsquash.net

www.facebook.com/milfordtennissquash

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

Facebook Page, please click here.

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

hello@rockpoolcheese.co.uk
www.rockpoolcheese.co.uk

www.facebook.com/rockpoolcheese

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

beachhouse.reception@hall-woodhouse.co.uk

www.beachhousemilfordonsea.co.uk

www.facebook.com/thebeachhousehw

Not Just Sax at JAM on Friday

Sarah Bolter and her band, Not Just Sax bring the captivating sounds of the saxophone and more to Milford on Sea this coming Friday 23rd December.

(Apologies, wrong date was published last week.)

WHAT'S ON: See all the village events and 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

Milford Meadow Planning Permission refused

The Friends of Milford Meadow have reported that the planning application for Milford Meadow was refused on Friday 16th December 2022.

At this stage it is unknown whether the developers may adjust the plans and reapply for permission to build.

However, after this initial success, plans are underway to see how they can protect the whole parcel of land in the long term.

To read the previous articles; please click here.

To read more in the Advertiser & Times, please click here.

About The Friends of Milford Meadow

The Friends of Milford Meadow, is a community group which is working to protect and enhance the Community Meadow next to All Saints Church.

To contact Friends of Milford Meadow:

wearefriendsofthemeadow@gmail.com

Follow at ‘Friends of the Meadow’ on Facebook click here.

Warm Space in Milford on Sea

Local councillor, Fran Carpenter has announced that New Forest District Council are introducing fifteen Warm Spaces across the New Forest, including in Milford on Sea.

Each location has acquired funding to provide a warm room where people can get a cuppa and meet for a chat, read, or work (most have free Wi-Fi).

Milford On Sea Community Centre on Sea Road will be open as a Warm Space on Friday afternoons from 12pm to 4pm.

This initiative is designed to help people save a few pounds on the heating each week, but most of all, provides somewhere to go make new friends! 

Everyone welcome, all ages, including families.

PS: If you are going to visit the Community Centre Warm Space over Christmas and New Year, please check they will be open.

Milford on Sea Community Centre

01590 644861

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

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

Warm Spaces across the Forest, click here to find out more.

Ray's Italian Open Christmas Eve

Ray’s Italian Kitchen will be open all day on Christmas Eve.

Opens at 9am to shop at Ray's Delicatessen or have a coffee & snack. 

Christmas Eve Brunch: Served from 10am to 11.30am. Brunch classics with an Italian twist.

Brunch menu will be:

• Smoked salmon scramble

• Parmesan scramble

• Eggs Benedict

• Eggs Florentine

• Wild mushrooms on chargrilled Italian bread with poached free range egg

One of the above plus a glass of prosecco or mocktail for £15 per person.

Then, the restaurant will be serving their Christmas Menu and A La Carte Menu from 12noon to 3pm and again from 4.30pm until closing in the evening.

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Christmas Menu:

2 courses for £24.95 or

3 courses for £29.95.

Private Dining Room: If you have 10 or more guests for your Christmas get together, then why not think about booking Ray's private dining room? 

To find out more please contact: 

info@raysitaliankitchen.co.uk or call: 01590 645300.

Gift Vouchers also available for that perfect Christmas present.

PS: There will also be a Wine Dinner on 19th January 2023. 4 courses including wine from around the world. £49.95. Bookings now being taken.

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

For your calendar: Ray’s Italian will be closed from 25th December 2022 through to 2nd January 2023. The team will be back to serve you from Tuesday 3rd January 2023.

Kids Christmas Holiday Comedy Club

Kids Christmas Holiday Comedy Club at Milford on Sea Community Centre.

The sessions will explore improvisation and character role play through comedy. Encouraging all the children to have the confidence through playing and performing in front of their peers without them knowing they’ve done so.

Monday 19th, Tuesday 20th, Wednesday 21st, and Thursday 22nd December. 10am to 1.30pm

Age range: 6 to 12 years.

Cost: £25 per day (Minimum 2 days) - £95 all 4 days

Bring Laughter and a packed lunch!

To book, please contact Laura: laura@schoolofcomedy.com - 07939 446008.

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

School of Comedy teaches children the art of improvisation, sketch & stand up comedy.

Set up by Laura Lawson and Tara Carr in 2005, SOC encourages children to explore their own unique brand of improv, sketch and character comedy. Laura took the original troupe to the Edinburgh Festival in 2007 where they were given a Channel 4 pilot, followed by two hit E4 series.

School of Comedy was never really about the television. It was about the children loving the club and encouraging them to raise the bar through an anarchic, liberating workshops. not to mention being able to perform on stage making people laugh, creating exciting new ideas, and most importantly, watching their confidence grow.

School of Comedy

Laura Lawson

07939 446008

laura@schoolofcomedy.com

www.schoolofcomedy.com

www.facebook.com/schoolofcomedyuk

Carols by Candlelight next Friday

Milford Baptist Church are looking forward to welcoming both familiar and new faces to Carols by Candlelight. at 7pm next Friday 23rd December.

Other Christmas Events at the Baptist Church:

• Friday 16th December at 7pm: Christmas Singing for Fun
• Sunday 18th December at 10.30am: All-Age Carol Service
• Tuesday 20th December at 7pm: Carol Café
• Friday 23rd December at 7pm: Carols by Candlelight
• Sunday 25th December at 10.30am: Christmas Celebration

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

Milford on Sea Baptist Church
Barnes Lane, Milford on Sea SO41 0RN
01590 645469

pastormosbaptist@gmail.com
www.milfordonseabaptist.org.uk