Meet Andy & Steve from Nixor Design & Build

Andy Meredith is the co-founder, of Nixor Design & Build, along with Steve Hillier. Their company consists of a talented team of professional builders and carpenters and are based right here in Laundry Lane, in the centre of the Milford on Sea village.

Andy Meredith

With over 20 years of collective trade & industry experience, Andy has an absolute commitment to his company’s ethos, ‘To provide clients with an unrivalled service & finish’.

Andy has strong passion for interior design and modern architecture, priding himself on meticulous attention to detail and exceptionally high standards of workmanship within the team.

Steve Hillier

Outside of work, Andy enjoys spending quality time with family and friend’s, along with a keen interest in fitness.

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About Nixor Design & Build

Nixor Design & Build are a reliable & growing Milford on Sea based construction company that consist of a talented team of professional builders and carpenters, led by co-founders Andy Meredith and Steve Hillier. 

They offer a range of building services, all delivered to a high quality and specification.

As they comment on their on their website: "We'd like to invite you to explore our work, skills and professional experience, and get to know a bit more about us. We give 100% to every new project we take on. It’s our firm belief that a good challenge is a great way to develop and improve, which is why we make a point of seeking out challenges in the professional realm as well as in our personal lives. Take a moment to look around our website, and please contact us directly to learn more."

To see some examples of Nixor Build Projects
please click here

The Nixor Design & Build company logo could be familiar. This may be because they were Magical Milford's main sponsor in 2023, and their sign sat on Milford on Sea village green amongst the wonderful Christmas trees, lights, and decorations earlier this year.

If you would like them to quote on any projects you may have in mind, please contact them below.

Nixor Design & Build

7 Laundry Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0WJ

07973 147634

info@nixorbuild.co.uk

www.nixorbuild.co.uk

www.facebook.com/nixorbuild

Awesome cloud above the Needles

A spectacular photo of a Rectangular Cloud above The Needles and the Isle of Wight was captured by Trevor Machin on Monday 15th April 2024.

This awesome sight was enhanced by the sun giving the cloud a fire yellow appearance.

Certainly not something you see every day!

Rectangular Cloud Photo by Trevor Machin

Soul, Motown & more at Milford on Sea Club

If you enjoy Soul, Motown, Disco, Funk, Northern and R&B then Retro Grooves DJs at Milford on Sea Club on Saturday 20th April 2024 from 7pm to 11pm is for you.

Classic upbeat funk and soul of late 60s and early 70s, the band mix authentic homages to original arrangements with smart, passionate reinterpretations for the 21st century.

Everyone welcome.

Meet Retro Grooves DJ:
www.facebook.com/retrogroovesdj

Entry: £2 per person.

Non-Members Welcome. Please pay £2 entry fee and complete visitor book at the bar.

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To see all upcoming events at Milford on Sea Club, please click here.

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To find out more About Milford on Sea Club, please click here.

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Milford on Sea Club

67 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG

01590 643209

milfordonseaclub@gmail.com

www.mosclub.co.uk

www.facebook.com/MilfordonSeaClub

Chris & Archie visit Braxton Gardens & Tea Room

If you are a member of the 'We Love Milford on Sea' Facebook page, you may well be familiar with local amateur photographer, Chris Mabey and his Lakeland Terrier dog Archie, who regularly document their travels around the village.

In fact, Archie is quite a Milford on Sea celebrity, and he has over 17,000 followers on his Archie@ArchieLakeland page on X (Twitter).

Recently, they visited a local oasis at Braxton Gardens Tea Room to relax and enjoy some homemade cake and coffee. The Tea Room menu also includes light lunches and even more sweet & savoury treats to choose from. 

To see menu: Please click here.

If you have never been, or not been recently, this short video give a flavour of the charming gardens and their irresistible cakes!

To view the video, please click image.

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About Braxton Gardens & Tea Room

To find out more, please click here.

Good dogs and children welcome. Check website or Facebook for opening hours.

Braxton Gardens & Tea Room

Lymore Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0TX

01590 641501

braxtongardens@icloud.com

www.braxtongardens.co.uk

www.facebook.com/braxtongardens

Thanks from The Bridge

The team at The Bridge would like to send their thanks to everyone that made the recent Clearance Sale such a success on Saturday 13th April 2024.

There was a very good number of visitors to the sale who bought goods and Tombola tickets, and also enjoyed refreshments in The Bridge Café.

Generously, local businesses kindly donated Tombola prizes which helped to make the day a financial success. All proceeds will go towards funding The Bridge and all the work they do in the community, none of which would be successful without their team of wonderful volunteers.

Special Thanks for Tombola prizes go to:

• Hayward Fox
• The Co-Op
• Coastal Bakery
• Passford House Hotel
• New Seasons Flower Shop

To see what else is on at The Bridge: Please click here.

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The Bridge 

Formerly: Milford on Sea Community Centre

Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH

01590 644861

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

www.facebook.com/MoS-Community-Centre

The Bridge Box Office Open:

Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

WINGS AGM on Friday

WINGS (Wings Wildlife Heritage) are holding their AGM, including a free talk on 'Nature Recovery', at 7pm on Friday 19th April 2024 in The Bridge, Sea Road, Milford on Sea.

Everyone is invited and admission is free.

For more information, please contact; Keith at:

keithmetcalf2022@btinternet.com.

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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.

WINGS

keithmetcalf2022@btinternet.com

Beach Hut devastation on BBC News

BBC News visited the devastated beach huts at Hordle Cliff Milford on Sea for a live TV report this morning.

Photos by Graham Wiffen

Presenter Alexis Green broadcast live from the beach, and award winning local photographer Graham Wiffen, was on hand to capture some pictures when the live programme took place.

He also saw the NFDC Coastal Team arrive to assess the situation.

In the past few years it was decided that the beach huts under Hordle Cliff could no longer be protected. Since then, with every storm, more beach huts are being reclaimed by the sea.

Beach Hut owners are aware of the situation and can remove their huts should they be in a position to do so. The destroyed beach huts and debris will be removed by the council in the coming weeks, in what is likely to be a continual process for some time yet.

Indeed, as reported in The Sun, one enterprising owner has already relocated their beach hut, and it is now a shed in their garden. Please click here to read article. 

It is sad for many to see the beach huts disappear. Hopefully, people can retain the years of memories engrained in the shattered pieces of wood.

Photos by Graham Wiffen

Photos by Jan Anderson

April Fool's Day through the years

Last week's April Fool article, 'Summer Season Spa Installed on the Village Green' had a massive response, with over 23,000 views on the Milford on Sea News website last week.

There were also several hundred likes on the Facebook posts, along with many happy comments from people that the spoof story tickled. I particularly enjoyed the person who went down to the village green to check if the Spa was there!

If you would like to revisit some of our old April Fool's Day articles, please just click on the titles below:

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2024: Summer Season Spa Installed on the Village Green

2023: Fury as unwanted Hurst Spit Observation Wheel approved

2022: Dinosaur remains discovered at Hurst Spit

2021: Controversial Floating Pier approved at Milford on Sea

2016: Learn How to Make Cats Milk Cheese in Food Week

2015: Plans Submitted for Milford Pier

2014: Hurst Bridge Meeting Erupts

If you have too much time on your hands... there are even more ridiculous articles to be found by clicking here.

Builder Signage & Kids Builder Toys needed for Pre-School

Milford on Sea Pre-School Plus are looking for builder signs and toys to create their own Builders Shed.

The team at the Pre-School would welcome any suitable donations of builder signage, or builder related toys, for the kids to play with.

If you are able to help, please contact: 01590 644684 or milfordpreschool@aol.com.

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About Milford on Sea Pre-School Plus

The Pre-School are an active, energetic, nurturing and developing pre-school that has been established for over 30 years. They encourage children to learn through play and have extensive knowledge, expertise, space and resources to help children develop in line with the EYFS curriculum. 

The Pre-School's vibrant, engaging indoor space includes Role Play Stations, a Technology Corner, Creative Area, Reading Snug and Loft Playhouse. The large outdoor space includes a Forest School, Allotment, Outdoor Play Area, Mud Kitchen and Sand Pit.

They accept children aged 2 years and 9 months upwards, and help prepare children with their transition to Primary School.

Milford on Sea Pre-School Plus also run a Holiday Club, and After School Club for Milford on Sea Primary School. 

Milford on Sea Pre-School Plus

Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0RF

01590 644684

milfordpreschool@aol.com

www.milfordpreschoolplus.co.uk

Milford on Sea Primary School win Hampshire County Netball Final

A recent article by James Henley in the Advertiser & Times reported on another success for the Milford Jets netball team from Milford on Sea Primary School.

Photo by Advertiser & Times

The Milford Jets had already competed at qualifying events to earn their place in the Hampshire County Netball Finals recently held at Southampton Sports Centre.

At the event, competing against 25 teams from schools across Hampshire, the team progressed to their third Hampshire County Final in a row.

In the final, a tight match against Awbridge Primary School, saw Milford Jets emerge as 8-6 winners.

The school's younger team, The Spitfires, emerged in a very well merited fourth place.

Congratulations to all the children that took part.

To read the full article, please click here.

Milford on Sea Primary School

Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0RF

01590 642945

adminoffice@mosps.hants.sch.uk

www.mosps.hants.sch.uk

Free Breakfast Draw at Melleford

To celebrate the launch of their second café in Milford on Sea, Melleford (located at the foot of the village green), are giving away an exceptionally delicious breakfast for two to one lucky winner.

To get a chance to win a free breakfast, simply visit the Saltwater Facebook page and read the recent post with details on how to enter. Please click here.

The winner will be announced on 18th April 2024. Good luck.

To read more about Melleford & Saltwater, please click here.

Melleford

60 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE

01590 718390

melleford@outlook.com

www.facebook.com/melleford

Saltwater

106 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE

01590 718100

saltwatermilford@aol.com

www.saltwatermilford.com

www.facebook.com/saltcafe106

International Ska & Reggae Festival, The Big One 2024 coming to Shorefield Country Park

Shorefield Country Park have announced that they are hosting an International Ska & Reggae Festival, The Big One 2024 from Friday 8th November through to Sunday 10th November 2024.

The event will feature international bands and DJ’s, as well as a variety of stalls.

Individual day tickets are now on sale for people who will not be requiring accommodation on site:

Tickets: Friday £17 - Saturday £25 - Sunday £25 - Full Weekend £60. (Plus booking fee.)

To buy tickets: All ticket options are at the foot of page when clicking here.

Until the end of May 2024, there is a discount of 15% Off Caravans, and 25% Off Lodges. To find out more call 01590 648333 or click here.

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About Shorefield Country Park

Shorefield's have a wide range of pet-friendly self-catering caravans, luxury lodges, houses & treehouse accommodation.

The Beachcomber Complex is packed with fun-filled family facilities including indoor & outdoor swimming pools, gym, spa, bar, restaurant and first-class entertainment at no extra cost.

In 2023, Shorefield Country Park won an Award for Excellence, and Dog Friendly Business of the Year, in The Beautiful South Awards.

Shorefield Country Park 

Shorefield Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0LH

01590 648306

www.shorefield.co.uk/holidays/locations/shorefield-country-park

Choralia Milford Spring Concert coming soon

Milford on Sea's popular chamber choir, Choralia Milford features singers from the village, as well as a loyal local following. The choir's next performance will be their Spring Concert ‘Eternal Light’ at 7pm on 20th April 2024 at St Mary Magdalene Church, New Milton.

Although we normally only feature events in the village, we make an expectation here due to the choirs' close association with Milford on Sea.

This 40-strong chamber choir, will be singing ‘Eternal Light – A Requiem’ by Howard Goodall. Goodall is perhaps best known for his highly popular  television work such as ‘The Vicar of Dibley’ and ‘Mr Bean’! However, his ‘Eternal Light’ is fast gaining a strong reputation as a choral work of significance. 

The concert programme also includes works by other modern composers, such as Karl Jenkins’ ‘Adiemus’, Eric Whitacre’s ‘Sleep’ and ‘The Seal Lullaby’, Bob Chilcott’s Irish Blessing, and more.  The choir will be conducted by their Musical Director Phil Daish-Handy.  

This concert is in support of Oxfam.  

Tickets £15 from The Bridge Box Office (Milford on Sea Community Centre), online at www.choraliamilford.org.uk, from the Oxfam Shop New Milton, and on the door.

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About Choralia Milford

Choralia Milford is a friendly chamber choir that works hard to create high quality performances of eclectic repertoire.

Based in beautiful Milford on Sea, the choir formed as the UK came out of Covid Lockdown in 2021.

Comprising of around 40 members, this unique choir has developed a broad range of classical and contemporary repertoire, including world premieres of local composers’ music.

Rehearsals take place on Tuesdays in All Saints' Church, Milford on Sea. New singers always welcome.

Musical Director

Philip Daish Handy has entertained audiences across the world. Philip came to prominence after winning the prestigious Music at Beaulieu Competition, leading to numerous performances and several recordings.

Philip founded and is Artistic Director of the Nova Foresta Classical players. With his orchestra, Philip has performed numerous concertos, and has collaborated with numerous choirs and choral societies to form choral extravaganzas, ‘come and sing’ events, candlelight concerts and Christmas concerts throughout the UK. He is also Festival Director of the Hinton Music Festival and Musical Director of Lymington Choral Society.

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Choralia Milford

www.choraliamilford.org.uk

www.facebook.com/ChoraliaMilford

Chatty Café at Everton Nurseries

Do you enjoy chatting and meeting new people? If so, then the Everton Nurseries 'Chatty Café Scheme', may be just the thing for you.

Anyone is invited to come into the Everton Nurseries Coffee Shop and sit at a 'Chatter & Natter' table for a chat with a stranger that could brighten the day for you and them.

On Wednesdays from 9.30am until 11.30am, a table is set aside with a yellow table sign displayed in the middle showing an image of a tea cup with a C inside.

Simply buy a drink or bite to eat from the menu, take a seat, and chat away!

Everton Nurseries & Camellias Restaurant

Christchurch Road, Everton, SO41 0BF

01590 642155

gc@evertonnurseries.co.uk

www.evertonnurseries.co.uk

www.facebook.com/evertonnurseries

The Big Speakeasy is coming to the Beach House

The Big Speakeasy night of Jazz and Burlesque is taking place at The Beach House on Saturday 20th April 2024 from 6.30pm to late.

The evening includes a lavish three-course meal as you get ready to groove to the tunes of Nick Ward and The Jelly Rolls, with a sultry burlesque shows to keep you on the edge of your seat.

Dress to impress in your finest vintage gear and dive headfirst into the seedy underbelly of the prohibition era.

Tickets: £70 including all the entertainment.

Places are almost sold out so please book via:

www.newforestevents.uk.

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Future Events:

Supper Club - Musicals Cabaret

Friday 28th June 2024 - at The Beach House

Join a musical journey through 1920s America, Berlin, Hollywood, and the Swingin’ Sixties. 

Enjoy a two-course meal at the Beach House, dress for the occasion, and sing along for an old-style music hall experience. The event promises a magical night of food, drinks, and timeless tunes across different eras, concluding with a celebration of the Swingin’ Sixties.

Tickets: £65

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Miami Nights 

Saturday 21st September 2024 - at The Beach House

Step into the vibrant world of Miami nights, where every moment is an opportunity to embrace the glitz and glamour of a the 1970s. As you don your shimmering dress and feel the rhythm of the music pulsating through your veins,

In this retro supper club, you are not just a guest – you are a part of a community united by a love for celebration and all things extravagant.

Tickets: £90

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Murder Mystery Night

Saturday 12th October 2024 - at The Beach House

Join in for a night of murder and mystery, It’s the 1980s. Your hosts regularly invite you for sumptuous dinner party at their stately home which involve nothing but the best wines, fine cuisine and traditional after dinner chat. This evening was to be no exception. Murder anyone? 

The evening includes a two course dinner, and lots of silliness as the evening reveals that someone has been bumped off. Enjoy being part of the action in this intimate evening at The Beach House Milford on Sea.

Tickets: £75

New Forest Events

Nova Milesko - Event Organiser

07894 588002

hello@newforestevents.uk

www.newforestevents.uk

The Beach House

Park Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PT
01590 643044
www.beachhousemilfordonsea.co.uk
www.facebook.com/thebeachhousehw

Mindfulness in Milford on Sea

For the spiritual in the community, local Resident Yolanda Brooks, from Letting the Light In, runs the Milford on Sea Women’s Circle on Wednesdays.

The Milford on Sea Women’s Circle is described as: 'A simple, safe space for soul sharing and sacred silence. Leave your mask at the door, come as you are.'

Yolanda says; "Every one of us has within us the answers to our own questions, but without the collective wisdom of fellow tribeswomen, we’ve forgotten how to find them.

In addition to the quiet time in which we sit with each other and witness each others stories, there will be space for sharing ideas, thoughts, even solutions."

Yolanda has experience in somatic therapy & holistic life coaching, and she is happy to chat through any questions you may have about the Milford on Sea Women’s Circle. Her contact details are below.

To book, please click here.

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Mindfulness & Meditation Sessions

Yolanda also runs a number of other mindful activities, on Sunday's. The sessions cover 'Ways to be mindful and how to meditate.'

To take a look, please visit her website at:
www.linktr.ee/lettingthelightin - or click here.

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The GCC Business Network 

Finally, Yolanda also runs The GCC Business Network, held at The Beach House in Milford on Sea.

This group is for connecting like-minded local business owners & to grow together. The aim of the networking group is 'To change the way independent and small business owners in my own local area and create lasting and collaborative relationships.'

To find out more, please click here.

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Letting the Light In - Yolanda Brooks 

Somatic Therapy & Holistic Life Coaching

yolanda@lettingthelight.in

www.linktr.ee/lettingthelightin

07812 593966