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04 March 2024

Wings Wildlife Heritage publish Wildlife Vision

The Wings Wildlife Heritage Committee have published their Wildlife Vision to inform the local community of the activities in which they are involved in, and supporting, along the western Solent coastline. 

The primary messages being; support for an extensive Hurst Spit and environs Nature Reserve, clear educational messaging about the Spit & its watery surrounds, protecting its rapidly declining breeding waders, creating sand martin nesting-banks and the provision of high-tide 'cups and troughs' to capture marine life in seafront locations that can be safely observed and recorded by youngsters and their teachers.

The article below promotes the county Local Nature Recovery Strategy and the National Parks Re-new Nature programme in which Wings are involved.

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To read WINGS December 2023 Newsletterplease click here.

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About WINGS

Wings Wildlife Heritage (known simply as ‘Wings’) was set up in 2022 by Keith Metcalf and friends when they launched their ‘Nature Story-telling’ sessions for youngsters on the Village Green at the May Fair 2022.

The group is ‘not for profit’ and aims to encourage youngsters, and ‘those still young at heart’, to help our depleted local wildlife. Keith's message is that; “Everybody is welcome to help us in our quest to inspire others and enable wildlife recovery on our doorstep”.

To join the WINGS group, please contact Keith.


03 March 2024

Saltwater Doubles Up in Milford on Sea

For a short period of time there will be two Saltwater's offering delicious food in Milford on Sea village.

The original Saltwater at 106 High Street reopened on Friday 29th February 2024 with a new menu and a bright new look. 

Saltwater on the Green at 60 High Street continues as is for now, but we understand that it will be getting a new name soon. As soon as we know what the changes are, we will let you know.


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About Saltwater 

Saltwater has been in Milford on Sea village since 2016 and is owned & run by Tony Michael and Becca Stock. They offer premium breakfast & brunch in two locations in the village.

The original Saltwater is based at 106 High Street, and in June 2023 a second location, Saltwater on the Green opened at 60 High Street in the village centre at the foot of Milford on Sea Village Green.

These 5 Star Food Hygiene Rated restaurants provide a varied, interesting & tasty menu, and all of the dishes have 'a twist' from breakfast through to lunch. They use premium ingredients from local suppliers where possible, and they specialises in creative, mouth-watering and different dishes. There are also vegan and gluten free meal options. The extensive drinks menu includes; speciality coffees, numerous teas, hot chocolates, iced coffee, smoothies and milkshakes. 

To see the current menu, please click here.

Saltwater is a dog friendly venue, which is available for private events and even outside catering. It is advised to book at busy times, as these are very popular venues in Milford on Sea.


Saltwater on the Green
60 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD
Saltwater
106 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 718390



Dining Offers & Live Music at The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse on Milford on Sea seafront have extend their Local's Lunch and Thrifty Thursday Offers until the end on March 2024.

Dining Offers at The Lighthouse

Local's Lunch. Tuesday Lunchtimes.

The menu offers 2 courses for £12.50, or 3 courses for £15.50.

Please check The Lighthouse website or social media for menu updates. Please click here.

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Thrifty Thursdays'. Thursday Evenings.

Served from 5.30pm.

Enjoy 2 courses for £15, or 3 course for £20. The menu includes some favourites and weekly changing specials. 

 Offers run until end of March 2024.

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Upcoming Events

Elton John Tribute Night - Friday 22nd March 2024.

The evening also includes a 3 courses meal with the live music for £60 per person.

To see the menu please click here.

To book a table, please contact: 
The Lighthouse at: 01590 718040


Summer Sundowners

Live music is back at 6pm every Friday from May to September 2024.

No need to book, just grab a drink and a spot on the sea wall to kick start your weekend!

To see the artist performing, please visit: www.thelighthousemilford.co.uk/functions

Please Note: The live music is outside on the terrace, so is weather dependent. Please check The Lighthouse social media pages if the weather isn’t looking great. 

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About The Lighthouse

Situated on Milford on Sea seafront, The Lighthouse is an independent & relaxed seaside bar and restaurant serving up fresh, local dishes throughout the day seven days a week, including breakfast, lunch and dinner.

For bright days, the outside terrace is a great place for an alfresco drink or meal.

The Lighthouse also offer a takeaway service with hot & cold snacks, ice creams & drinks for beachgoers and walkers.

Throughout the year, regular entertainment events are held, featuring live music, tribute acts, and dining events.

Private dining and events can also be catered for in the Function Room for groups of 30 from Sunday to Wednesday, and 50 on Fridays and Saturdays. Ideal for getting together with loved ones, or for a meeting or group event. Sit down meal and buffet options available for exclusive use hire.

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The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY
01590 718040

A Video Tour around Sassy's

If you have walked past Sassy's shop in Milford on Sea high street it is hard not to noticed the colourful shop window packed with handbags, clothing and accessories.

If you wander in, you are bound to find something you like, or you can take a video tour by clicking the image below.

You can also view, or buy, Sassy's vibrant range of hats, gloves, scarves and socks online by clicking here, or pop in to the shop to browse in real life.

Click image to view video

PS: It is Mother's Day on Sunday 10th March 2024, and Sassy's could be just the place to get an ideal gift!



Sassy's New Forest
58 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG
01590 641909
shop@sassysnewforest.co.uk

Mother's Day at All Saints' Church & in the Village

All Saints' Church in Milford on Sea are holding an All Together Mothering Sunday Worship at 10.30am on Sunday 10th March 2024.

Coffee and cake will be served at 10am, and the following service will be saying thank you for and celebrating all those that love and care for us.

The All Together Worships are shorter (45mins) and more interactive for all age groups.

If anyone would prefer to go along to a more traditional service this takes place at 9am.


To see Ideas for Mother's Day Gifts in Milford on Sea,
please click here.


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

02 March 2024

Paintings of Milford on Sea

The Bridge are hosting a selection watercolour paintings of Milford on Sea by artist Anne Chapman, which are for sale or simply to enjoy.

Call into The Bridge to view the mini art exhibition any day The Bridge is open between Friday 1st March to Sunday 31st March 2024.

The paintings are displayed in the cafe in The Bridge.

A few examples below of Anne's watercolour artworks:



The Bridge Cafe is open most weekday mornings for coffee and cake.

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

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

Public Consultation on Parking Charges in Keyhaven

Following our article in January 2024 about parking in Saltgrass Lane and New Lane, Keyhaven, the Hampshire County Council Public Consultation is now underway and will run until 15th March 2024.

To read previous article, please click here.

The plan is to introduce:
  • Daily on street pay & display parking spaces from 10am to 6pm.
  • No waiting at any time.
  • Motor Caravans will not be allowed to park from 8pm to 8am.
  • Parking Charges would be £1 per hour and £8 for all day.

Initially, it was thought that only the issue of overnight parking was to be addressed, but daily parking charges are in the notice, which means that there would no longer be any free parking close to the beach for locals or visitors in Milford on Sea or Keyhaven.

As always seems to be the case, the people and families that can least afford to pay the charges will be hardest hit. A free two hour period would be a fairer action in our opinion.

Any comments or objections must be made in writing quoting reference: A2039/MJB by Friday 15th March 2024 to:

To read Hampshire County Council Public Consultation Notice, please click here.

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About our local County Councillor, Fran Carpenter

Fran is happy for residents to get in touch with her anytime on email or by phone regarding any Hampshire County Council matters.

She is also happy to meet up in a cafe in Milford on Sea at an arranged mutually convenient time if anyone prefers a face to face chat over a coffee. 

If you have a County Council or Highways matter you would like to discuss with Fran, please just get in touch with her.

Fran was first elected to Hampshire County Council for the New Milton North, Milford on Sea and Hordle Division in 2017. To find out more please click here.


Cllr Fran Carpenter

Hampshire County Councillor for New Milton North, Milford & Hordle Division.

28 February 2024

Ideas for Mother's Day Gifts in Milford on Sea

Mother's Day is coming up on Sunday 10th March 2024, so here are some ideas on how to treat your very special person in the village:

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Oscar Eccleston Photography 

Oscar is offering family, couple or individual portrait photoshoots for just £50.

You can see his work at: www.oephoto.co.uk

If you would like to contact Oscar to ask any question, or enquire about any photographic work, please contact him using the details below. 

Oscar Eccleston Photography
07882 555689

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New Forest Emporium & Cafe

Afternoon Tea which includes a selection of sandwiches, fruit scones and cakes, plus a complimentary glass of Prosecco. £18.50 per person.

To book in advance please contact below:

New Forest Emporium & Cafe
New Forest Water Gardens, Newlands Manor Farm, Milford on Sea, SO41 0JH
07534 442215
info@forestemporium.co.uk
Dog Friendly.

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The Gun Inn

Treat your mum to a delicious Mother's Day 'Gunday Sunday Roast'. Buy 2 large glasses of wine and get the rest of the bottle Free.

The Gun Inn
Saltgrass Lane, Keyhaven, Lymington, SO41 0TP
01590 642391

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Ray's Italian Kitchen

Early Mother's Day Brunch: Saturday 9th March 2024 - 10am to 11.30am.
Brunch Menu served with Ray’s Classics including Smoked Salmon Benedict and Scrambled eggs Cacio & Pepe.

Ray’s Italian Kitchen
01590 645300

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Dine Out in Milford on Sea

Treat mum to a meal out.

To see all of the venues for dining in the village, please click here. All are worth a visit!

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New Seasons Florist

Show that special someone in your life just how much you appreciate them, with fresh cut flowers from the village. 

Bespoke Bouquets, Exotic Hand Ties and Spring Flowers, whatever your preference.

Orders are now welcome, to collect or arrange a delivery before or on the special day.

New Seasons Florist
33 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF
 01590 641001
nichola@new-seasons.co.uk
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The Village News

Mother's Day cards, chocolate boxes, sweet bags, retro sweets, vegan sweets, and gift packs.

The Village News
74 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD

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Milford Cards & Gifts

Mother's Day cards.

Milford Cards & Gifts
35 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF
Facebook: click here


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Verveine Cook Book & Spice Tin Collection

Verveine have the hard-backed Verveine Cook Book written by David Wykes. This beautiful book would grace any kitchen or coffee table. 

There is also a range of eight Bespoke Spice Tins with blended spices and seasonings by David Wykes.

Verveine
98 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 642176

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Braxton Gardens - Home-baked Savoury Cream Tea Takeaway

Treat mum to a takeaway home-baked savoury cream tea from Braxton Gardens.

Braxton Gardens & Tea Room
Lymore Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0TX
01590 641501

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Village Ladies Clothing Shops

Sassy's New Forest
58 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG
01590 641909
shop@sassysnewforest.co.uk

Moss on the Green
1 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH
01590 643867

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Village Gift Shops

The Old Smithy
37 High St, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF
01590 642386

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

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Village Gift Vouchers

Ask your favourite shops, pub, bar, or restaurant in the village about their Gift Vouchers and share the love.

Hurst Castle, Jaunt-E Bikes, Vinegar Hill Pottery, Butchers on the Green (and more) also do gift vouchers. If you know mum loves a village business, ask them about gift vouchers! 

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Services at All Saints' Church

To see the Mother's Day Services at All Saints' Church, please visit:

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

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New local Boutique Wellness Space

The Natural Step, is a new boutique wellness space based at Braxton Gardens and opening in April 2024. (Private Bookings also being taken now.)

Owned and run by Jess and Stu, they will be offering: 
  • Yoga classes
  • Strength and conditioning
  • Reiki
  • Run coaching
  • Meditation
  • Fitness and lifestyle coaching
  • Retreats and workshops

The Yoga classes are suitable for all abilities, and will include:
  • Yin Yoga
  • Vinyasa
  • Chair Yoga
  • Meditation

Together, Jess and Stu have over 20 years experience in the fitness and wellness industry. Including private practises, corporate gyms and health retreats.

All classes will start in April 2024, however they are taking private bookings throughout March so please do get in touch.

For all enquiries please contact Jess and Stu at:

The Natural Step
Braxton Courtyard, Lymore Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0TX
07946 042263 or 07787 427706

Steak & Wine Night coming back to The Smugglers Inn

The ever-popular village dining pub, The Smugglers Inn are holding a Steak & Wine Night on Thursday 14th March 2024 from 6pm.

The Steak & Wine Night is always a fun evening with great food.

As you enjoy your specially prepared steak and paired wines, you can also meet and chat to the Smugglers Inn chefs and in-house butcher.

Previous Steak & Wine Nights having been sell-outs, so early booking is advised.

To book, or find out more, please contact: 01590 644414 smugglersinn@ymail.com

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About The Smugglers Inn

This traditional family friendly seaside village pub serves tasty home-cooked meals all day. 

Children & dogs are welcome inside and out. 

There are log fires in winter, a conservatory, and a family & dog friendly large garden with a play area for the kids to enjoy. 

The comprehensive food menu includes daily specials, home cooked dishes, Sunday roasts and vegetarian & vegan options. The drink options include all pub favourites, as well as quality cask ales & local gins.

Live music, themed evenings, and quizzes are held on special occasions, and private parties are also catered for.

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The Smugglers Inn
88 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 644414
Dog Friendly