Take the family to Hurst Castle over half term week and join in the Queen's Platinum Jubilee fun:
01590 642500
Clubs, Classes & Sports
What's On
Monday 9 May 2022
Kids Discovering Wildlife with 'Wings'
Keith Metcalf has set up a new group called ‘Wings’ to encourage youngsters to take an active interest in the natural world.
Keith told the A&T “We have been developing the nature story-telling project for nursery and pre-school children since June 2019, but having lost nearly two-years we are only now getting things up and running. In the meantime we have been working in partnership with Hampshire Wildlife Trust’s Wilder scheme and with Milford Conservation Volunteers (MCV) who has partly funded some of the initial set-up costs’. Keith said; ‘We thought that ‘Wings’ seemed an appropriate name for children as our stories mostly relate to British wildlife including birds, butterflies and things with wings. We also wish to reach out to other members of the community so another strand to the group will be for those still ‘Young at Heart’ with an interest in wildlife”.
The group currently has a team of five local girls, collectively known as ‘Girls with Wings’ who are keen to share their nature story-telling skills with youngsters and to help children become young wildlife champions of the future.
Keith said; “With so much talk about climate change, sea-level rise and carbon sequestration, it has not been hard to be drawn into the various conservation, environment and biodiversity issues that surround us, but to lighten the load a little for our youngsters, we wish to make sure that in future they have knowledge and the skill-set to lead themselves out of the mess we are leaving them in ……… but of course, to have a little fun on the way.”
Over the Milford Festival week the five story-telling sessions was appreciated by about 35 nursery and pre-school children and their parents.
Wings, a not-for-profit group, will be taking their stories and messages on the road later in the year to all nearby nursery, pre-school, church and library groups.
They can be contacted by phone on (01590) 619533, text (07771) 918449 or email Keith at keithmetcalf@btinternet.com
Thursday 5 May 2022
Colin Judson launches Crunch Time Fitness
Many in the village will know Colin Judson as an international opera singer who has entertained us in numerous shows around Milford on Sea.
Lockdown of course bought his career to a standstill and rather than simply wait for things to change, he has now trained to become qualified as a personal trainer and launched Crunch Time Fitness.
You can hear Colin's story and about his new services by clicking here.
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As Colin explains; "I can help you to improve your physical and mental health in a way that best suits you. My role will be to help you all the way, but I want you to be in charge of the process and whether it happens in your gym, a private gym (that I hire), the forest, your house, my garden or the cliff top – I’ll come up with a plan that fits you perfectly, whilst I provide encouragement, expert advice and support.
As you will see from this video, I am also a professional singer. As for most of us, the last 9 months have turned my world on its head and led to me re-evaluating my direction in life. Dictionaries tell us that a journey involves travel which could for example mean walking from one place to another but also moving from one situation to another one. The latter is what I have done and I have now decided that, on the basis of my experience, I want to use what I have learned to guide and support people who want to embark on a similar journey to improved fitness, health and well-being."
Crunch Time Fitness
Ukraine need Bed Linen & Sewists for Bandages
The people in the war torn areas of Ukraine need medical supplies, including bandages.
- Can you donate bed linen to be made into bandages?
- Can you help in a practical way?
For more information, please contact Judith - 01590 645521 or click here.
Wednesday 4 May 2022
Butchers on the Green achieve Top 5/5 Hygiene Rating
Butchers on the Green are delighted to be celebrating the highest level 5 Food Hygiene Rating.
We would like to celebrate this achievement by giving a 5% discount to any of our customers who spend over £20 and adds a Facebook comment on our 5/5 hygiene rating this week!"
To visit their Facebook page, please click here.
3 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QU
*Closed on Mondays
Curios and Collectables Sale on Saturday
An array of interesting and unusual items available at this Curios and Collectables Sale hosted by our very own charity shop. If you are a serious collector or just looking for an unusual gift, come and see what you will find.
Milford on Sea Community Centre
01590 644861
Box Office Open:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm
No64 Biscuit House nominated for another award
A message from Clare at No64 Biscuit House in Milford on Sea high street.
Having won previous awards, they are now nominated for another:
"The Muddy Stilettos Awards are back – can you please vote for us?
For 2021 little No64 Biscuit House, in the tiny village of Milford on Sea, were voted (by you) ‘Best Lifestyle Store’ in the whole of Hampshire & the Isle of Wight!
Here’s all you need to do (if you voted last year, you’ll know how quick & easy it is), voting closes on May 20th:
1. Click on this link or find it on our social media: we are no64bh on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter.
2. Enter your email address and click ‘Get your unique voting link’, hit ‘Vote Now’ on the email you receive.
3. Scroll down to ‘Best Lifestyle Store’ and enter our details (No64 Biscuit House, Milford on Sea – obviously!) and click ‘Submit your nomination’.
And that’s it, you’re wonderful, thank you so, so much for your support!
Finally, after you've voted, if you want to, you can then post that you’ve voted for us, via the links on your voting form. It’s all straightforward (and hopefully your friends will then vote for us too).
Have a wonderful Summer everyone, hopefully we’ll see you in our store soon and, thank you!"
Clare xx (Clare Southcombe-Holmes)
64 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD
01590 643765
Tuesday 3 May 2022
Annual Parish Meeting next Monday
ANNUAL PARISH MEETING
PUBLIC NOTICE
You are invited to the Annual Parish Meeting to be held at
All Saints Church Hall on:
Monday May 9th 2022, at 7.30pm
AGENDA
Matthew Goode (Chair) - Welcome and Introductions
1. Apologies2. Report by the Chair of the Parish Council3. Report by the Chair of the Planning Committee4. Report by the Chair of the finance Committee5. Report by Hampshire County Councillor6. Reports by New Forest District Councillors7. Future Housing Development at Manor Road (SS7)8. Land to be obtained by the Parish Council at “The Swifts”9. Security at Barnes Lane Pavilion10. Annual Report11. Questions or matters raised by the Electors of the Parish
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Parish Clerk: Graham Wells - 01590 644410
Asst. Parish Clerk: Niamh Morrison
Monday 2 May 2022
Live Music & Bingo Nights
A couple of fun nights are coming up at the Community Centre, which one do you fancy - or go to both!
Milford on Sea Community Centre
01590 644861
Box Office Open:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm
The Go Go Five at The Milford Music Festival
Popular local band, The Go Go Five will be performing live on Saturday 7th May at 12.30pm at The Gun Inn, Keyhaven. Entry is Free.
Enjoy an Explosive Mix of Motown, ‘60s Soul, Jazz, Rock & Blues! as the band celebrate their 20th anniversary.
To book a table, please contact: 01590 642391 - landlord@theguninn.co.uk
Please note: They are not playing at The Smugglers as shown in the Milford Festival printed programme.
The Go Go Five
Keyhaven Road, Keyhaven, SO41 0TP
01590 642391
Join in Play Reading with Out of the Hat
Would you enjoy an evening Play Reading? If so, then Out of a Hat should be great for you.
The next evening will be at 7pm on Wednesday 11th May. No experience necessary, simply book your ticket at the Community Centre Box Office, or pay on the door and enjoy yourself.
Milford on Sea Community Centre
01590 644861
Box Office Open:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm
Get the kids to enter the Queen’s Platinum Competition
There is still time for children 4 to 11 years to enter the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Poems and Pictures Competition run by the Milford Village Association. Competition ends on Wednesday 11th May at 12noon.
To find out more, see the poster below.
The Library is helping with this fun activity and it will run until 11th May to allow for judging before displaying the entries in the Library over the Jubilee weekend.
Sunday 1 May 2022
Salad Bar at Pickled Weasel
Summer is on its way and the Salad Bar at Pickled Weasel is fully stocked.
We could describe what is available, but the pictures tells it all.
Grab a takeaway box and enjoy at home, on the village green or at the beach.
Saturday 30 April 2022
The Probus Club seek new members
Founded in January 1975, The Probus Club of The New Forest which covers Milford on Sea, offers a warm welcome to retired and semi-retired professionals and businessmen.
The meets start with morning coffee from 10am to 10.30am, then have a small amount of business followed by a guest speaker on a subject of local or general interest. Drinks and chatter are then had at the bar followed by lunch.
In addition to the monthly meetings, they have a number of social activities to which wives and partners are invited. These include a Ladies' Lunch, a Summer Supper and an Annual Dinner as well as a programme of visits and also a monthly walk.
Those who are interested in becoming a member are invited to go along as a guest to the business meeting and be introduced to the members, with a view to becoming a full time member.
Please contact the Secretary: Mike Watson on mjwmanx@gmail.com
Fancy a game of Whist?
Milford on Sea Whist Club meet every Thursday in the Village Hall between 2pm to 4.30pm. Doors open at 1.45pm. New members warmly welcomed.
Cost: £2 including scorecard. Why not go along and join in.
For more information please click here to contact Lin.
Milford on Sea Village Hall, Park Road, SO41 0QU
Wednesday 27 April 2022
Jackson Mann invents SOS Family Card Game
Jackson Mann, a 15 year old teenager from Milford on Sea has created a card game called; 'SOS Save Our Species' to engage families with endangered species and habitat loss, pledging 100% of profits to charities. Working to raise funds for the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and other charities, Jackson aims to make a difference for wildlife.
Local young wildlife ambassadors will receive a copy of the game, and there are also plans to give all local primary schools a copy and hopes that this can be rolled out nationally in the future.
“If people were engaged in the natural world as much as they are in poker and Pokémon, we could make a positive impact,” said Jackson Mann, creator of SOS. “I fell in love with wildlife while watching the TV show Octonauts at 5 years old. Now, I’ve invented a fun card game that the whole family can play and has the WWF’s seal of approval.”
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Jackson has a Kickstarter crowd funding site with a plan to go on actual sale in July; first on Amazon and the WWF shop, then in high street shops after that (eg: WH Smiths and John Lewis).
To find out more about Jackson's Kickstarter, please click here.
Rachel Cox, senior new product development manager, WWF-UK said; “Everyone at WWF involved has been so impressed with Jackson’s knowledge of species and habitats. It’s inspiring to see how he’s turned his passion into action. We really hope this game shows young people the wonders of nature, with amazing pictures of different habitats from around the world and the fascinating WWF facts about different species.”
Jackson co-created SOS Global Edition with WWF experts to ensure the facts are accurate and the combination of species and habitats represents the real world. This edition even features the Lymington-Keyhaven Nature Reserve.
SOS is first launching with species from four global biomes; grassland, forest, polar and ocean. He is now working with the WWF to expand with special editions, including UK and Birds and Marine. There are also plans for expansion packs to add new biomes and advanced gameplay (with apex predators and invasive species).
About 'SOS Save Our Species' Card Game
Jackson Mann created SOS while on a wildlife exploration in Costa Rica in 2018.
'SOS' is a family card game emphasizing fun while exploring problems species face today. 'SOS' is published by Wild Dog Games; a not-for-profit games publisher, and has been co-created with the WWF. It’s perfect for those age 7+, requires 2-5 players and takes just 15 minutes to play.
SOS cards are plastic-free and manufactured from sustainable cards and ink. Each deck features real-life images of wildlife and their natural habitats.
Live Music at 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!
Summer Sundowners features live music on the terrace every Friday from 6pm with different artists playing outside each week. The perfect way to kick start your weekend! There’s plenty of space to enjoy the music along the sea wall too!
Live Music is also planned during the Milford Music Festival and the Queen's Jubilee Weekend, please click here for more information.
The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY
Tuesday 26 April 2022
Spring Swap on Tuesday
All Saints Church Hall, Milford on Sea is holding a Spring Swap in partnership with All Saints Toddler Group and local community support group; 'Step up, Safe space' from 10am to 12noon on Tuesday 3rd May.
The event is open to all it is about reusing and swapping clothes and toys 2-6 years, generic school uniform and some toys.
These items or to swap, or free, or small donations.
(They can also take requests for Priestlands, Our lady and Hordle school uniforms.)
Monday 25 April 2022
New Pedal & Paddle Experience
Milford on Sea based Jaunt-E Bikes have partnered with Keyhaven based The New Forest Paddle Sports Company to offer a Pedal and Paddle Experience.
Jaunt-E Bikes also offer E-Bike Hire from just 2 hours; Pedal and Picnic Experiences, Coast to Forest Guided Tours with half day or full day options and Gift Vouchers. For more information; please click here.
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More about Jaunt-E Bikes
With a handy 40 mile range on a single charge and an optional bike luggage rack they are perfect for jaunts to the many great picnic spots in the village or a bit further afield, - or simply jump on and has some fun!
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To find out more; please click here.
*There is a phone number on the website or Facebook.
Keyhaven Quay
01590 645270
Online Programme launched for Milford Festival
A new online programme has been launched for the Milford Festival. Please click here or email info@milfordfestival.com. All funds raised go towards organising and running the festival.
The Programme for this year's 'Greener round the Green' contains the full listing and times for the 7 days of Music, Poetry, Choirs, Beach Cleans, Stalls, Talks, Demos, Swims and Workshops.
On the Tuesday 3rd May at 3.45pm there will be a a special Choir popup on Milford on Sea village green.
A limited number of paper programmes are also on are on sale in the Village News, Hollands and Co-op. They will also be available in the local participating pubs soon.
To keep in touch will all that is happening, please click here to see the Milford Festival Facebook page.
The festival is taking a very different format this year, to find out why, please click here.
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Festival Volunteers: If you would like to get involved with the festival, either as part of the planning team, or just for a few hours on the day, please drop and email to info@milfordfestival.com and they can tell you more.
Milford on Sea Music & Arts Festival
The Festival Team
Sunday 24 April 2022
Door to Door Mini Bus to Lymington
Do you have an elderly friend or relative that lives within Milford on Sea or Everton?
Are they unable to get to their weekly supermarket shop due to the minimal bus service or mobility issues?
Call & Go with Community First have a wheelchair accessible minibus service which runs from Milford on Sea & Everton to Lymington on Tuesdays; collecting you from your door, taking you to Lymington, and then dropping you back to your door again.
There is 25% discount for bus pass holders too. If you have a helper/carer, then they can travel with you for free.
It is a flexible service to use as little or often as you choose. Free and quick to register over the phone.
To chat to someone, why not give Mandy or Andy a call on the Helpdesk, the telephone number is 01425 461751 and manned between 9am and 1pm Monday to Friday. You may also leave a message and they will get back to you.
To find out more; please click here.
If you run a group, why not enquire about our minibus hire group bookings, with or without a driver?
Bank Holiday Bootcamp success at The Unit
Our local gym, The Unit in the centre of Milford on Sea held a fun and friendly Bootcamp from 8am to 9am last Bank Holiday Monday 18th April for just £10 per person.
The coaches were very welcoming to newcomers and the session enabled all abilities to train happily together.
During the week The Unit offers 'Workout of the Day' classes each day from Monday to Friday at 6.30am, 5.30pm or 6.30pm and a Sunday Bootcamp at 8am. There are also Open Gym sessions available.
More activities are currently being planned, including classes for older people who want to keep fit. Keep an eye on The Unit website or their Facebook page for when the announcements are made.
Sophia Handscomb, a local Weight Loss Coach & Personal Trainer, also runs Social Workout Classes for local mum's who can bring their little one. The Bring Your Baby Exercise Classes run during the week and you can find out more by clicking here.
To find out more about The Unit or to book; please click here.
The Unit
Unit 7, Laundry Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0WJ
Village made Beaded Jewellery
Liz Gates is a Milford on Sea maker of Bead Bracelets, Earrings, Necklaces and even Keyrings.
All pieces are handmade, using the finest quality beads and materials with care and attention at affordable prices.
Liz is happy to design your own, bespoke piece, simply get in touch to discuss colours and styles. Examples of her work can be found on her Facebook page: Please click here.
You can contact Liz by Messenger from her Facebook page, which also shows her phone number. She is also happy to answer any questions or queries.
B.E.A.D.S
Local images captured by Graham Wiffen
Graham Wiffen lives in Milford on Sea and is a local photography enthusiast who regularly captures delightful images from places across the village.
Examples of some of images taken by Graham are below which shows the quality and variety of his photography.
His photos provide a glorious reminder of the wonderful surroundings we have in Milford on Sea.
If you would like to see more of Graham's photos you can see them on his Facebook page by clicking here.
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New Forest Big Band back at South Lawn
The ever popular New Forest Big Band will be back at South Lawn Hotel: from 8pm to 10pm on Thursday 28th April 2022.
www.newforestbigband.co.uk
The South Lawn Hotel
& Cedar Tree Restaurant
Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0RF
01590 643911
Wire JD Live at Milford on Sea Club
Milford on Sea Club are presenting live music from Wire JD on Sunday 8th May at 1pm.
Entry is Free for members or £5 for non-members. Contact club for tickets or click here.
About Wire JD
Dave Wire is a singer songwriter from Southampton in a folk/indie type of way. People who inspire us, James Dean Bradfield, Mark Chadwick, Patti Smith, The Levellers, Walk Of The Earth, Gaz Brookfield....and anything that rocks in a good rhythmic way!!
Formed in the summer of 2014, Dave Larcombe singer/songwriter from Southampton, UK, along with Julie Godwin on percussion make up acoustic folk/indie duo Wire JD. Previously Lead Singer and Bass player for various cover bands, now with the emphasis firmly on self written material with occasional live guest performances by Brighton band 900 Spaces' lead singer Emma Lou.
'Dave delivers course bouts of energy laced acoustic punk, blending the aggressive tones of largely punk-rock inspired guitar-work with a swooping vocal range, emotive soft edge, and clever harmonies.'
Wire JD
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