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20 April 2025

Tudor Experience and Watercolour Painting Course at Hurst Castle

Hurst Castle has a couple of special events coming up:

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Tudor Experience
Tuesday 29th April 2025 and Tuesday 10th June 2025 - Starts at 2pm.

Discover Tudor life whilst in a Tudor castle with an afternoon of activity.  

The experience includes:
  • Talk about the Tudor period when Hurst Castle was built, with a focus on life as a Tudor lady and her costume.
  • Two Tudor craft activities, to make and take home.
  • Cream tea.
  • All day castle admission.
This fun, immersive experience will be led by costumed characters and is suitable for all ages. 

Please note, the Tudor Experience must be pre-booked. Ferry booking extra if required.

Tickets: £20 per person.

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‘Hurst Sea and Sky’ Watercolour Painting Course
Thursday 15th May 2025 and Tuesday 17th June 2025 - Starts at 10am.

Enjoy a Watercolour Art Course at Hurst Castle with artist Aimee Durnell. 

Join Aimee Durnell to the otherworldly Hurst Spit to learn the joys of painting watercolour.  Inspired by the beauty of this reserve let Aimee show you how to make the most of your paintbox, creating waves and shorelines, using colour and texture to explore fresh vibrant watercolours.

Included in the course:
  • Castle admission
  • Return ferry
  • Cream tea
  • 3-hour painting course
Please bring your own paints, paper and a packed lunch for a fun day of painting adventure.

Tickets: £55 per person

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Lighthouse Tours
Every Monday - Weather and volunteer numbers permitting. 

Tours of the Low Light Lighthouse, built in 1911 which is located inside the castle, will be available from our volunteer group on Mondays throughout the season.

Call 01590 642500 in advance to confirm tours taking place.

To pre-book any event above, or for more information please click here.

To see more upcoming events, please click here.

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HURST CASTLE OPENING TIMES 2024: 

1st April 2025 to 2nd November 2025 - 10am to 5.30pm Daily.

  • Adult: £8.50 - Concession: £7.50 - Child: (5-17 years) £5.50
  • Family: (2 adults, 3 children) £25 - Children under 5: Free
  • A Local Resident Annual Pass is available for people living locally to Hurst Castle

Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in Castle and on Ferry.

Take the Ferry to Hurst Castle: www.hurstcastle.co.uk/how-to-get-here

For further information about your visit please call 01590 642500 or email:
info@hurstcastle.co.uk

See What's On at Hurst Castle, please click here.


Friends of Hurst Castle

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Get involved with the Village Plant Fair

The Milford Village Plant Fair is looking for helpers for the morning, and also have an opportunity for additional stallholders.

The event will take place on Saturday 17th May 2025 from 8.30am to 1.30pm on the Village Green where many village gardeners and local nurseries will be selling plants and garden-related items.

A wide variety of plants will be on sale, including: climbers, shrubs, perennials, vegetables, & tomatoes. Also, garden furniture and artefacts, recycled tools, and more garden-related items.

The plant fair is organised by Milford Gardeners' Club and all net profit will go to local charities. (Countryside Education Trust, Oakhaven and Honeypot)

Anyone interested in helping or having a stall, please contact
milfordgardeners@gmail.com to find out more.

PS: The tool-sharpening service can't make it this year, but hope to be back in the future.

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About Milford Gardeners' Club

Milford Gardeners' Club was founded in 1997. 

The club exists for the gardeners of Milford on Sea, providing a succession of interesting speakers and demonstrations for the members. They are also a social meeting place for like-minded gardeners. Everyone is welcome to visit.

Meetings are normally held on the third Wednesday of each month at 7pm in The Bridge, Sea Road SO41 0PH.

Milford Gardeners' Club


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Next Wellbeing Wednesday: The Role of the Pharmacy Team in Your GP Practice

The next Wellbeing Wednesday will take place on Wednesday 30th April 2025 from lpm to 2pm in The Bridge, Sea Road, Milford On Sea.

The event is free, and open to everyone in the community. 


This month's topic is: The Role of the Pharmacy Team in Your GP Practice: What You Need to Know

Peter Williams (Clinical Pharmacist) and Lauren Nickel (Pharmacy Technician) will introduce patients to the pharmacy team within their GP practice and explain how they contribute to high-quality, accessible healthcare. It will cover the different roles within the team, including Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, and highlight the services they provide, such as medication reviews, long-term condition management, and prescription support.

Patients will learn how the pharmacy team works alongside GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective medication use.

You can just turn up, or book.

To book or see future sessions, please visit: 

Wellbeing Wednesday Sessions are held monthly at The Bridge and run from 1pm to 2pm. Feel free to arrive slightly early, as The Bridge Cafe will be open. 

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About Wellbeing Wednesdays 

Wellbeing Wednesdays have the aim to improve your physical & mental health. Every session is free and everyone of any age is invited. Each month a different topic is covered in the one hour free session. 

The sessions are hosted by GPs or social prescribers & staff of the New Forest Primary Care Network, all from our village doctors surgery at the Milford Medical Centre.

To find out more, please click here.

For any questions, or to book please contact Diane at:
diane.briggs8@nhs.netbook - 01590 637290, or book online at: 
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Pukka Pies now at Mister Pink's

Ella & Dave at Mister Pink's fish & chip shop have added a Pukka Pie oven packed with a range of tempting Pukka Pies.

Alongside the pies and classic and tasty fish & chips, there are also plenty of other choices.

Such as a regular Specials Menu which has already included options such as: saveloy, scampi, whitebait, sweet chilli king prawns, spicy chicken burger, halloumi fries, cheesy chips, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, garlic mushrooms, pineapple fritters, and jalapenos poppers.

They also have Lunchtime Special Deals, which have tempting options to choose from £6.
Plus, a Kids Menu with a drink for a great value £5. Children can choose from cod bites, small sausage, or 4 chicken nuggets, all with chips and a fruit juice or water.




Opening times
The team regularly get many great online reviews from customers for the quality of their food and friendly service.

Mister Pink's Facebook page is worth following to hear their ongoing news please click here.

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Click & Collect

The online click and collect system is simple to use, just choose what you want to order, pick a time slot for collection, and order/pay from home. 

Then, when you arrive, your meal will be ready for you to take home and enjoy. 

To take a look or to order, please visit:

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About Mister Pink's

Ella and Dave purchased the long-standing and much-valued village fish & chip shop in December 2024.

Previously, Ella had been Assistant Manager, and Dave the long-term Chef at The Smugglers Inn just across the road.

On taking over, the couple introduced an extended menu, specials, a kids' menu, the opening times were also increased, and a brand new logo was launched for the business.

Mister Pink's fish & chip shop was founded over 50 years ago by Malcolm 'Mac' Pink. 

Following Mac's retirement, his son, Steve Pink, took control of running Mister Pink's until December 2024.

The popular takeaway was originally located in the high street towards Keyhaven before moving to its current location on Church Hill, Milford on Sea many years ago.

Mac Pink lived in retirement until the grand age of 93, before passing peacefully in January 2024.

Steve Pink had been at the heart of Mister Pinks for over 40 years before, in December 2024, taking well-earned retirement. 


Mister Pink's
Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH
01590 642930

Online Click & Collect Service

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16 April 2025

See What's Happening in the Village This Easter Weekend

If you are looking for ideas on what to do in the village this Easter Weekend, here are some ideas for you:
Also, click on the What's On Calendar link below to see all events and activities taking place.

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15 April 2025

Free Seafront Community Family Fun Day on Easter Monday

The High Tides and Good Vibes Community Family Fun Day takes place on Easter Monday 21st April 2025 from 11am to 3pm. Everyone is invited, and entry is free.

The venue is on the Seafront Green next to Milford Bowls Club.

Community Organisations in Milford on Sea have come together to make a special free family day out.

This special event will have lots going on and will feature games, craft, poetry trails, music and dancing. 

Also, enjoy Zumba with Karina, music from Reeds in Harmony, an adults and children’s poetry trail by the team at Milford Library, and Wings will be running an information stand about 'Rare ground-nesting Birds Using Hurst Spit'.

At 12pm and again at 2.30pm. Joli Vyann will be performing 'Life’s a Beach'. Their unique style of dance/ circus fusion the work will be familiar, nostalgic and funny. (40 minute presentation.)

The show is an interactive, fun and playful observation of family life at the beach. Life’s a Beach is a joyous, if not a little chaotic window into a day at the beach.

Meet Joli Vyann: www.joli-vyann.com

The event is also supported by Milford on Sea Charitable Trust.


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The Bridge 

Box Office Open:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm
and occasional Saturdays
01590 644861
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Milford on Sea Bowls Club Open Day 2025

Milford on Sea Bowls Club is holding their annual Open Day on Wednesday 23rd April 2025 from 10.30am to 12.30pm - and everyone is invited.

Go along to find out more about this friendly Club, and have the chance to try out the game for yourself. 

Shoes, bowls and coaching provided.

In the meantime, please do not hesitate to visit the club website at: www.milfordonseabowlsclub.org.




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About Milford on Sea Bowls Club

The bowls club was founded and has been a prominent feature of the village since 1933, and members enjoy playing bowls and participating in numerous social events. 

Located on Milford on Sea seafront, the green boasts one of the finest vistas on the South Coast with stunning views of Christchurch Bay, the Isle of Wight and The Needles. 

Such is the draw of the location that the club attracts members from New Milton, Barton and Lymington areas in addition to Milford on Sea and Everton.

The Club’s Green has 6 rinks which are amongst the finest in the area.

The outdoor playing season runs from early April until late September. The mixed membership has Club roll-ups on Wednesday and Friday afternoons.

The club compete in both the New Forest and Bournemouth and District Ladies’ and Men’s Leagues and are a member of the Hampshire County Bowling Association. They also host “friendly” matches with clubs from further afield. In addition, they have club matches, providing both a social and friendly competitive atmosphere for their members.

Milford on Sea Bowls Club-21st June 1933
Photo Courtesy of Chris Hobby
During the Autumn & Winter months, the players enjoy indoor short mat bowls played in the clubhouse.

A team of accredited coaches are always ready and willing to provide support, whether to a new rookie bowler or to perfect the skills of an experienced league player. These facilities are provided free of charge to members.

The club also have a very active calendar with regular club social events throughout the year, both outdoors and in the clubhouse building. 

There is also a licensed bar available for the use of the members and their visitors.

New members always welcome.

Open to the Public

Locals and visitors are invited to give bowls a go on some days of the week when there are no league matches, competitions and/or special events taking place. 

Shoes and bowls available to hire. You can see the weekly timetable on the club's website.

An experienced bowls player will be on hand to explain the game and give you tips.

If you would like to play on the bowling green, please speak to the Duty Steward at the club, who will be able to help you.


Milford on Sea Bowls Club
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY
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14 April 2025

Wine Saver Promotion at village Co-op

Our friendly local village Co-op is currently running a Wine Saver promotion just in time for Easter.

Mix & match any 3 bottles of wine over £7 and get £5 off.

Choose from a wide selection of white, red, rosé and sparkling wines. Just pop in and see what takes your fancy.


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The Co-op Milford
45 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG
01590 643218

Opening Times: please click here.

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Easter and VE Day Activities at Hurst Castle

Hurst Castle is always a fun and interesting place to visit, and they have an upcoming season packed with activities and history.

Here is a family and adult fun Easter event for your diary:

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80th Anniversary of VE Day
Saturday 5th April until Easter Monday 21st April 2025

Take part in a special VE Day Trail, complete the trail and claim your reward! 

There will also be arts & crafts to mark this important occasion, making this a great family day out filled with fun and learning.

All activities are included in your castle admission.

To pre-book any event above, or for more information please click here.

To see more upcoming events, please click here.

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HURST CASTLE OPENING TIMES 2024: 

1st April 2025 to 2nd November 2025 - 10am to 5.30pm Daily.

  • Adult: £8.50 - Concession: £7.50 - Child: (5-17 years) £5.50
  • Family: (2 adults, 3 children) £25 - Children under 5: Free
  • A Local Resident Annual Pass is available for people living locally to Hurst Castle

Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in Castle and on Ferry.

Take the Ferry to Hurst Castle: www.hurstcastle.co.uk/how-to-get-here

For further information about your visit please call 01590 642500 or email:
info@hurstcastle.co.uk

See What's On at Hurst Castle, please click here.

Friends of Hurst Castle

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25% Special Discount on Eco-Flow Tap Adapters for Readers

On Sunday 6th April 2025, Mark Nineham, a Milford on Sea resident and owner of his impressive water saving kitchen gadget, The Eco-flow Tap Adapter travelled to Warrington to record a TV advert.

The advert will be shown on the Shop On TV shopping channel, which airs on ITV after Midnight each night and also on its own channel, Channel 89, each night from Midnight until 6pm. 

Mark said: "From the floor manager to the producer (and the presenters) everyone was so nice and couldn’t have been more helpful to a newbie about to present on TV for the very first time. A 28 minute live record went like a flash and the advert is due to aired this weekend so we shall see how it all goes!"

Mark is offering readers of Milford on Sea News a 25% Special Discount any of the Eco-Flow Tap Adapters at www.eco-flow.co.uk. Use the code ‘milfordblog25’ at the checkout.

Prices start from £14.99.

Mark explains that The Eco-Flow Tap Adapter is an extremely useful piece of kit that screws onto the end of your existing tap and gives you functions and flexibility you never had before. 

The Key Features of the Eco-flow Tap Adapter are:
  • Reduces your water bill and do your bit for the environment: The Eco-flow Tap Adapter saves up to 18% of water when set to Shower Spray, and 11.5% water saving using the Aerated Flow setting. 
  • Makes sink cleaning easy with 360° rotation 
  • Two functions in one tap: choose between Aerated Flow for handwashing or filling the sink, and Shower Spray for rinsing plates and gently but effectively washing vegetables. 
Fit in moments, no tools required, start enjoying your new tap straight away.


click image to see how to fit the Eco-flow Tap Adaptor

In 2024, two of Mark's products gained recognition in the New Product Awards at the Glee, a trade gardening exhibition in Birmingham.

The first was the 'Eco-Flow' Water Saving Tap Adaptor, the second was the Siroflex Home and Garden Kit.

The judges were impressed with the 'Eco-flow' Water Saving Tap Adaptor, not just for its environmental benefits but also that you could use the adaptor to connect your outside garden hose, even if you didn't have an outside tap. 

The kit also includes a soft aerated sprayer for washing down pets. The versatility of the product, and the water saving aspect, were commended highly.

The products originate from Italy, and Siroflex are also a family business. They were founded in 1963 and invented the first plastic hose connector.

Mark provides the products on his website and through Amazon. 

He is also looking for Agents to take the range to as many garden centres as possible. If you are interested, please contact Mark.


 
Eco-flow Solutions Ltd
01202 577007

Siroflex

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Windmill Community Swing Band seeking Musicians & Singers

Do you play an instrument or sing? Keyboard, drums, guitar, trumpet, trombone, saxophone, clarinet?

Are you interested in Jazz/Swing? If so, Milford on Sea's Windmill Community Swing Band could be just the thing for you, as Windmill is looking for new members. 

The band rehearse each Friday in the Guide Hut in Sea Road, Milford on Sea. 

They also host 'JAM', a Jazz evening on the fourth Friday of each month, where they play as a warm-up act prior to the guest performers.

If you are interested, please contact John Reid on 07740 777857 or jrintaiwan@hotmail.co.uk.

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Choralia Milford presents The Crucifixion by John Stainer

Choralia Milford will be performing The Crucifixion by John Stainer in All Saints Church, Milford on Sea, at 2.30pm on Saturday 19th April 2025.

Following their popular February concert 'I got rythm' at All Saints Church, local chamber choir Choralia Milford is delighted to be invited to return there for a presentation of Stainer’s Crucifixion.

The Crucifixion is a well-known and moving musical meditation on the Sacred Passion of the Holy Redeemer, which is performed as an oratorio for a four-part vocal arrangement of soprano, alto, tenor, and bass voice (SATB) choir and organ composed by John Stainer in 1887.

The choir will be led by Musical Director Phil Daish-Handy, accompanied by Leigh Jerwood and players from Nova Foresta Philharmonic.

There will be a retiring collection for the church’s Bell Tower Fund.

Tickets: £10 (children free) on sale at The Bridge Box Office, from www.choraliamilford.org.uk, and on the door.

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About Choralia Milford

The Milford on Sea based chamber choir was founded in September 2021. Since then, the choir has grown in strength musically and in number, and now comprises of some 40 members.

The choir specialises in complex music and also lesser known works, and repertoires include a broad range of secular and sacred music, both classical and and modern, often sung a cappella. Concerts take place predominantly in Milford on Sea and nearby towns and villages. 

Musical Director, Philip Daish-Handy. Philip has entertained audiences across the world. He first came to prominence after winning the prestigious Music at Beaulieu Competition, leading to important scholarships, performances and several recordings. Philip founded and is Artistic Director of the Nova Foresta Classical Players. 

Since being appointed as Choralia Milford’s Musical Director, Philip has led some memorable performances. He is also delighted to hold additional conducting positions with the Lymington Choral Society and Voices of the Forest.

Choralia Milford
www.choraliamilford.org.uk


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Café Mondial live at The Gun Inn on Easter Monday Lunchtime

The Gun Inn will have live music from Café Mondial from 1pm on Easter Monday 21st April 2025.

Café Mondial are a three-piece jazz band featuring accordion, guitar and double bass, and they will be playing mellow, café-style jazz in the garden beer tent.

Their playlist is varied and ideal for eating, drinking and relaxing.

Meet the band: www.facebook.com/cafemondialjazz

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The Gun Inn Shop

If you are a fan of The Gun Inn, check out their online shop at www.theguninn.co.uk/shop.

The Gun Inn range includes 'Gun Powder' a homemade seasoning salt, dog lanyard, lead & collar. Plus, handmade ceramic mugs, coffee cups, and dog bowls made by master potter, Dave Rogers at Vinegar Hill Pottery.

The Gun Inn also have two regular events well worth going along to:

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Quiz Night at The Gun Inn

Every First Tuesday of each month from 7pm.

Teams of up to 6 people. Bring a team or come and join up with new people on the night. (£2 entry fee per person).

Booking for the quiz is not essential as you can just come along and join in on the night, but booking a table is highly recommended if you are bringing a team.

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Folk Band & Open Mic Night at The Gun Inn

Every First and Third Thursday each month from 7.30pm.

Come along to an informal an evening of singing, playing or listening to singers and musicians. All types of music, from folk to whatever you fancy.

At the same time enjoy a beer, glass of wine, your favourite tipple, or a meal from the extensive menu using the best British seasonal produce.

Everyone welcome.

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

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Barbara Gibbons-Roscoe Children's Book Offer

Barbara Gibbons-Roscoe, Milford on Sea based children's book author, has written six books for kid's which are all featured in The Children's Book Treasury.

Her first e-book "Cal and the Secrets of the Forest" will be available at a discount price from the 20th April until 26th April 2025.

This heart-warming tale is a great read for young children (6 to 8 year olds) who want to learn about the importance of self-love and acceptance. 

From Sunday 20th April 2025, the book is available in a countdown promotion, so the price will increase from 99p through £1.99 and end up at the usual market price of £2.99 on 26th April 2026.

To order, please click here. 

Cal and the Secrets of the Forest is a story where you embark on a magical journey with Cal, the brave and curious boy who discovers the true meaning of self-discovery. Join him as he explores the enchanting forest, meeting new friends and learning valuable lessons about his character and qualities. 

To see all books in The Children's Book Treasury, please click here.

Anyone who reads one of Barbara's books and leaves a review on Amazon helps her to grow as an author and gives other readers information about her books. Happy reading! 

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The Children's Book Treasury

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