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06 January 2025

Early Bird Dinner Offer and lots more at Ray's Italian Kitchen

Ray's Italian Kitchen have lots for you to enjoy as we move into the New Year, including an Early Bird Dinner Offer next week.

Bookings are now being taken for the Wine Dinner Evening to get over the dark nights of January, plus The Rambling Men are back, and it's not to early to book for Valentine's Day!

There are also new menus, for A La Carte, Drinks, Kids, and Takeaway, which now includes classics like Pizza Diavola and Spaghetti Carbonara ,as well as tasty new dishes like the Pizza Vegitariana. 


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Early Bird Dinner Offer
Served from 5.30 to 7pm
Available in January & February 2025

Grab an early bite to eat after work or catch up with friends with our Ry's bird offer.

3 Cicchetti dishes and a 125ml glass of house wine or ½ pint Peroni for £20.

Please call to book and mention this offer.
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Lasagne for 2
Served Wednesdays for Lunch or Dinner
Available in January & February 2025

£39 for Two - Traditional pork and beef lasagne to share with flatbread & salad plus a 175ml glass of house red or white wine each. 

Pre-bookings only up to lunchtime the day before.

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Wine Dinner Evening
Wednesday 22nd January 2025

Enjoy a 3 course dinner of French comfort food with wine parings and a palate cleanser. 

£75 per person including wine pairings from Ellis Wines. Book today.

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Ray's Lunch Club
Wednesday: 15th January 2025 - 19th February 2025 - 12th March 2025 - 9th April 2025.

Enjoy a tasty & relaxing lunch with good company, or meet new people.

The varied menu of fresh dishes will be just £15 for two courses, or £20 for three courses.

Pre-bookings only up to lunch time the day before.

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The Rambling Men
Saturday 8th February 2025: 3pm to 5pm

Live music from the brilliant Rambling Men! 

An afternoon of blues, country and folk with small plates and Cicchetti boards.

Booking essential - £10 per table deposit.

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Valentine's Day
Friday 14th February 2025

Treat your love to a relaxed Valentine’s evening without the overpriced set menu! 

Ray's will be serving some extra special offerings alongside their regular A la Carte menu, because what greater love is there than pizza?

Booking essential - £10 per head deposit.

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For menus, or to book any of the events above, please speak to a member of the team, call 01590 645300, or email: info@raysitaliankitchen.co.uk

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To discover more about Ray's Italian Kitchen & their Delicatessen, please click here.




Ray’s Italian Kitchen
11 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF
01590 645300

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Flooding on Manor Road New Housing Development Site

On the 31st December 2024 we published an article about the consultation on the Manor Road Housing Development closing for feedback today, Monday 6th January 2025. 

Ironically, part of the proposed site was subject to flooding after heavy rain this weekend.



The development plans to deliver 170 new homes, including 85 affordable homes in a range of types and tenures, along with large areas of new public open space.

The building is by local housebuilder, Pennyfarthing Homes, and planned to be called the Swallowfield Park housing development. 

We are unaware of the range of flood risk assessments that we assume have been carried out, and hope that the developers have a viable flood solution in mind. 

Should any flood risk not be resolved, this could cause issues for future new home owners.

To read previous article, please click here.

To have your say, please visit: www.swallowfieldpark.your-feedback.co.uk


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Special Offers and bargain ‘Surprise Bags’ at our Village Supermarkets

We are fortunate to have two supermarkets in the village, both the Coop and One Stop work hard to provide whatever groceries we need.

Each of the supermarkets run special offers to save us all money, but did you know you can see their current special offers online at anytime - ensuring you don't miss out on a bargain?

To see the current Special Offers at the Coop, please click here.

To see the current Special Offers at One Stop, please click here.

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Too Good To Go Surprise Bags

Also, have you heard about of the Too Good To Go! app, which provides the opportunity to buy bags of groceries at a fraction of their cost?

At present our village Coop and One Stop are providing Surprise Bags on the Too Good to Go app.


Like most brilliant ideas, Too Good To Go! is simple, and makes a massive impact in turning food that would be wasted into bargain food for local people.


Each Surprise Bag contains a random variety of products at a genuine fraction of its retail price.

On daily basis, the shops package up items that has passed its best before date, or any fresh food that hasn't passed its use by date. 

The prices of Surprise Bags vary, but are always at a bargain price.

It couldn't be easier to see the Surprise Bags available in the village. Simply download the Too Good To Go! app from your app store or use this QR Code.

To read more about Good To Go Surprise Bags, please click here.

Too Good To Go!



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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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One Stop Working with Milford
49 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG
01590 641882


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Gong Bath with Solar Soul

Solar Soul are holding a Wolf Full Moon Gong Bath on Sunday 12th January 2025 from 11am until 12.30pm in The Studio, The Bridge, in Sea Road, Milford on sea.

A sound bath with Solar Soul is never your average gong bath.

Terri Spence explains that her sessions facilitate deep healing, channelling through from her connections to many of the highest realms and of course, pure Source energy. She holds a safe space for you to completely relax and let go, to experience the transformation that is needed uniquely for you at that specific time.

Air beds are available.

To find out more, please click here.

Solar Soul
Terri Spencer
07717 664480

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Tuesday & Thursday Dining Deals and Burns Night at The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse on Milford on Sea seafront are once again running these popular special offers:

Dining Offers at The Lighthouse

Local's Lunch - Tuesday lunchtimes

The menu offers two courses for £12.50, or three 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 from 5.30pm. 

Enjoy 2 courses for £15. The menu includes some favourites and weekly changing specials.

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

*Both offers runs from January to end of February 2025.

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Events coming to The Lighthouse

Burns Night Celebration - Saturday 25th January 2025

Arrive to traditional bagpipes at 7pm, read the Selkirk grace with us and enjoy three courses of traditional Scottish fayre, with a wee dram.

Tickets: £40


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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.

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

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05 January 2025

Charity Football Match raises £1000 to fight Crohn's Disease

Last Monday, the charity match, in aid of Crohn's and Colitis UK, saw Milford on Sea Youth FC parents and managers play Highcliffe Hawkes parents and managers. 

The event was sponsored by The Beach House and Christchurch Harbour Hotel, and a cracking game ended in a 7-6 win to the Highcliffe Hawkes.

Event organiser, Adam Humphreys said: "We were delighted to raise over £1000 thanks to the support we had from the local community and sponsors.

What an amazing turnout from everyone, and big thanks to our friends (and rivals) in William Walsh and Mike Green for getting a Highcliffe Hawkes team together for this to able to happen.

Warm thanks also go to Jimmy Sheppard, Michael Crowther, AJ, Sophie Garner, Lee & Sarah Woodcock, and my amazing other half Megan Hynd for that little bit more. A special thanks go to Ralph 'aka Ryan Sheps' for what can only be described as one hell of a clearance, my brother, Josh Humphreys for one of the best own goals to ever be scored!, and all of the 19 Milford guys who took the time to come out and lace up their boots, much appreciated!"

Donations for the event are still being collected. Please click here.

Adam now looks forward to making this an annual event.

Crohn's & Colitis UK

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Donate Your Unwanted Christmas Jumpers to Local Charity

Step Up Safe Space, a Milford on Sea charity and part of the Milford on Sea Charitable Trust, are collecting donations of unwanted Christmas Jumpers.

The festive sweaters will then be stored until next Christmas, when they will be given to low income families.

If you have anything to donate please contact: 
Step Up, Safe Space

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If you, or your family are in need of any help, please contact the Step Up Safe Space team on the contact details below and they will do what they can to assist.

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About Step Up, Safe Space 

Step Up, Safe Space was founded in 2020, and are a non-profit making community support group run by volunteers who support families and individuals in need in Milford on Sea, New Milton and surrounding areas.

They provide essential items, whilst promoting reuse and recycling for a sustainable future. 

As part of their service they also resell local school uniforms. All income from reselling donated uniform go towards essential bills like insurance and storage costs. School uniforms, essential toiletries, and cash donations are always welcomed.

Step Up, Safe Space are part of the Milford on Sea Charitable Trust.

For any more information please contact: 

Step Up, Safe Space

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Meet the Milford on Sea Charitable Trust

Milford on Sea is renowned for people volunteering and helping others, and the village trust currently organise or support a number of village charities and community organisations. 

To find out more, please click here.

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Dining Offers at The Beach House

The Beach House have three tempting dining deals for you to enjoy:

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STEAK SOIRÉE
Available after 5pm on Fridays and Saturdays

Order two juicy premium steak main meals (Sirloin or Fillet) and enjoy a free bottle of house red wine.

Offer available from Friday 10th January until Saturday 12th April 2025.

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TREAT YOURSELF!
Available all day Monday to Thursday

Treat yourself to our delicious 3-course set menu for just £31.95.

Offer available from Monday 6th January until 17th April 2025.

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CHILDREN DINE ON US
Available all day Monday to Thursday

With every adult main course purchased from the Home Favourites and Main Course menu.

Offer available from Monday 6th January until 17th April 2025.

T&Cs Apply.

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Join in The Oakhaven Walk

Oakhaven Hospice are holding The Oakhaven Walk on Saturday 17th May 2025 with a section of the walk coming through Milford on Sea seafront.

Anyone wishing to get involved are invited to choose to walk one of three distances along the seafront and coastal paths to Oakhaven.

From the 1st to 31st January 2025 you can benefit from special ‘Early Bird’ registration prices.

Registration open from 1st January 2025 at: 

• 26 miles from Sandbanks to Oakhaven: £20 (+ optional £12 coach transfer)
• 14 miles from Mudeford to Oakhaven: £17.50
• 8 miles from Barton-on-Sea to Oakhaven: £15

The registration fee includes a technical T-shirt to wear on the day, snacks and water at selected points for all distances, lunch for those walking 26 miles, plus refreshments at the finish line.

Entrants are asked to commit to raising a suggested minimum of £150 in sponsorship for Oakhaven Hospice. All funds raised will help Oakhaven to continue providing palliative care and support to patients and their families throughout the New Forest communities, free of charge.

If you have any queries, please contact: info@oakhavenhospice.co.uk. 

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About Oakhaven Hospice

Oakhaven Hospice provides specialist free-of-charge palliative care and support to those facing life-limiting illness and their loved ones in both a home and hospice setting.

Every year Oakhaven Hospice needs to raise £6.3 million to provide expert end-of-life care and support to our community. By donating you will make a real difference to people living with a diagnosis, facing death or coming to terms with a bereavement.

The team of specialist Oakhaven nurses, doctors, counsellors and physiotherapists ease physical symptoms and offer psychological, spiritual and social support. The care is tailored to suit the needs of each individual and, with a blend of expertise and compassion, the team offers support for people when they need it most.

Oakhaven Hospice
01590 670346 or 07900 784899
Lower Pennington Lane, Lymington, SO41 8ZZ

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Sunday Lunch Buffet & Dining Offers at Britannia Thai

Our excellent and authentic village Thai restaurant, Britannia Thai offer a Sunday Lunch Buffet for just £14.95 per person.

Served from 12noon to 3pm. Meal selection includes authentic Thai starters, soup, curries, stir fry, rice, and noodles.

Bookings now being taken on 01590 642226 or milford@britanniathai.com

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Dining In Offer

15% Off food when dining in for lunch 

Tables must be pre-booked.*Excludes Saturdays.
 
To see the menu and to place your order, please click here.

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Britannia Thai 'Click & Collect' Service.

15% Off Takeaway  and 'Click & Collect' meals

Simply select which items you would like from the authentic Thai menu on thee website, place your order and then collect to enjoy at home.

Table bookings can also be made on the website. Please click here.




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About the Britannia Thai 

The Britannia Thai is a family run business that brings the authentic taste of Thailand to Milford on Sea. 

Highly experienced Thai Chefs have sourced traditional recipes, and ingredients from all over Thailand to serve the fresh flavours of authentic Thai food in contemporary surroundings.

All dishes are cooked fresh to order, for you to enjoy. 

The restaurant is very popular, walk-ins are welcome, but it is advised to book in advance on Friday & Weekend evenings to avoid disappointment.


Britannia Thai 
1 High Street, Milford on Sea, O41 0QF
01590 642226

Opening Hours:
Lunch: Wednesday to Sunday: 12noon to 3pm
Evening: Tuesday to Sunday: 5.30pm to 10pm
(Closed Mondays)

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Christian Challenges Presentation at Milford Baptist Church

Milford-on-Sea Baptist Church are hosting a presentation on the Challenges facing Christians in a secular society on Saturday 25th January from 2pm to 3.15pm.

The afternoon speaker will be Rebecca Bensted, who works as a barrister at the Christian Legal Centre, in London.

There will also be a question and answer session.

The presentation is free to attend and will be followed by refreshments.


Milford on Sea Baptist Church
Barnes Lane, Milford on Sea SO41 0RN
01590 645469
milfordonsea.baptist@gmail.com
www.milfordonseabaptist.org.uk

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Mind Your Mind Workshop Series

Milford on Sea resident, Jill Tonks is a specialist in neuro-coaching and therapy training, and she will be running her Mind Your Mind Workshop Series in the coming weeks.

The Mind Your Mind Workshop Series looks to give answers to questions you may say yes to. Jill's aim in these workshops is that you will begin to understand and take back control of your mind more than you ever have before!

Free Introduction Evening

Tuesday 14th January 2025 from 5.30 to 6.30pm
at The Natural Step, Braxton Courtyard, Lymore Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0TX. 

Here you can meet Jill, and find out what the Mind Your Mind programme is all about.

The Workshops will be held on: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th February 2025. 

Week 1: Why the mind is our biggest gift and yet can be our biggest curse and how to begin to manage it better.

Week 2: How to manage those horrible, critical conversations we have with ourselves, so they become a force for good.

Week 3: How to harness your negative emotions in a positive way

Week 4: How to live your life using your values- what’s important to you, what gets you up in the morning- as your internal navigation system. One of my mantras is ‘your values are to your mind what your skeleton is to your body.’

One workshop: £20, four workshops: £70. If you opt for the on line option you get a free one to one with me to consolidate and apply your learning in practice

If you have any queries, would like to book, or just want to go along to the free opening evening, please contact Jill on jilltonks01@gmail.com - 07867 557477.

To find out more, please click here.

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About Jill Tonks 

Jill lives in Milford on Sea and in her professional life she provides neuro-coaching, therapy training and consultancy. 

She specialises in resilience and well-being. Having worked in the public and the private sector and been a consultant to Macmillan and the Samaritans in the past, she now offer one to one coaching, team events, training and consultancy to a broad range of people and organisations.

She also worked in the Probation Service for over twenty years, as a Probation Officer and as a Regional Learning and Development Manager. she is an experienced facilitator and has undertaken a broad range of training over the years in cognitive approaches, positive psychology, solution focused coaching, hypnotherapy , neuro-linguistic programming. she is also trauma trained in AMDR.

You can find out more on her website at www.jilltonks.com.

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History of Milford on Sea Baptist Church

The Milford on Sea Baptist Church building is one of the oldest Baptist churches in the New Forest region.

The church was founded in 1816 by Mr Evans, who in a period of five years saw over one hundred people join the congregation. He also oversaw the building of the church in Barnes Lane. 

Under the subsequent leadership of Rev Turquand, the original manse was added, and the Jireh chapel in Tiptoe (now Wellspring Church) was founded.

In 1964, by developing land surrounding the Church, the present manse and church hall were built, along with additional car parking. Later in the 1990's the organ was up-dated, and a new floor and baptistry installed.

As the church moved into a new millennium, multi-media and a new PA system were installed. In September 2010 a tea point area was added to the rear of the Church, enabling a time for refreshments and fellowship to take place at the end of the services.

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About Milford on Sea Baptist Church 

Sunday services have an average attendance of 40-50 people, with most ages represented. The services are quite informal, and energetically mix different traditions, old, new and in-between, with a strong focus on communal singing. 

Tea and coffee is served after the morning service and everybody is made to feel welcome, both residents of the area and holiday-makers, whether believers, seekers or sceptics.

Recorded sermons are available on the church website.

Occasionally a 'Café Church' is held instead of the regular evening service.

The Baptist Church is a child-friendly church, and children can either stay for the whole service, or leave before the sermon for Sunday School. There are toys at the back for those that are too little to enjoy Sunday School.

There are also lively youth services, with plenty of music and singing.

The church also host various events throughout the year, such a quizzes, coffee mornings, and other activities for people to meet, and to bring the community together. They also collect old tools for TWAM (Tools with a Mission) who then restore them and ship them out for use in Africa.

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Community Church Activities

Keyhaven Quay Songs of Praise - 2019
In addition to activities held in the church, they also support a number of village events, such as 'Songs of Praise at Keyhaven Quay', the 'All Churches Services' on Milford on Sea village green, and at Christmas, 'Carols on Green'.

In April 2022, the church hosted a very well attended, and fun community street party to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

A commemorative Cytisus tree was planted in the church garden to mark the occasion.

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200th Anniversary - 2006

To celebrate their 200th anniversary, the church hosted on a number of special events, in addition to the regular quizzes and worship services.

The first such event was a concert with local professional opera singer, Colin Judson, along with his wife, Pippa Judson at the end of February 2006. After that there was a Café Church, a Missions Day in March 2016, and a concert with a young singer-songwriter whose grandparents were members of the church. 

There was also a Flower Festival in May 2006, which saw a few hundred people visit the church in Barnes Lane. Most of the 21 separate displays were based on passages from the Bible, and a lot of talent and imagination had gone into the arrangements of flowers and props. 

The beneficiary of the event wasn’t the church itself but Oakhaven Hospice, which as a result received a donation of several hundred pounds. 

To close the anniversary celebrations, an Anniversary Concert with Boscombe Salvation Army was held on the 2nd July 2016.

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Reverend David Hellsten

Reverend David Hellsten was a popular minister from the time he was inducted at Easter 2011, until moving to pastures new in January 2024 to become pastor for a congregation in Redditch near Birmingham.

David was originally from Sweden and he lead a church known for being a friendly and welcoming for all ages.

To read more about David, his time as a missionary in Albania, and writing his first novel, please click here.


Milford on Sea Baptist Church
Barnes Lane, Milford on Sea SO41 0RN
01590 645469
milfordonsea.baptist@gmail.com
www.milfordonseabaptist.org.uk

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