Fun Family Tennis Tournament & BBQ

Milford Tennis Club are running a fun Family Tennis Tournament & BBQ on Sunday 26th June from 3pm to 5pm.

This family tournament is great for all levels of play and a fun afternoon out. The format will see a child and family member play doubles against other pairs at the same level. See poster below for more details. 

Entries close Friday 17th June.

To book, please click here. 

For more information please contact head Coach, Dan Hitchins at 

headcoach@milfordtennisandsquash.net - or take a look at the website link below to see the other activities they provide, such as Table Tennis, Bridge, Mahjong and Lucerne Arts.

Milford Tennis & Squash Club

Lucerne Road, Milford-on-Sea, SO41 0PL

www.milfordtennisandsquash.net

Vote for entry in Trinity House Calendar

We have come across the Trinity House Photography Competition where people can choose their favourite image which will feature in the official Trinity House Calendar 2023.

Amongst the lighthouse images is an exceptional photo of Hurst High Lighthouse at sunrise.

Naturally, we would like the local picture below in the calendar and it is simple to vote, just click here to select your favourite. (You can only vote for one picture.)

The name of the photographer is not revealed, but I am sure they would appreciate their talents being recognised.

Karl is New Head Chef at Ray's Italian Kitchen

Stacey Crouch, proprietor at the very popular Ray’s Italian Kitchen in Milford on Sea high street is proud to welcome new Head Chef Karl Wiggins.

Karl is highly experienced having trained at Bournemouth & Poole college and he has a wealth of local connections. 

Karl headed the kitchen at The Mill at Gordleton for over 12 years, and was also head chef at classic seafood restaurant Pebble Beach. Having trained in London under John Williams at Claridge’s and enjoyed his experience working with Claire Clark MBE who is renowned for her patisserie excellence.

Stacey commented: Karl is the perfect candidate to lead our kitchen. In his own words he is “excited for the future at Ray’s” and “looking forward to playing with some modern Italian cuisine”!

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Karl and Stacey have created a brand new A La Carte menu which is now being served at Ray's Italian.

In addition to this meals are also served for Brunch or Light Lunch.

To see all of Ray's Italian new menus, please click here.

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Ray's Italian Kitchen Opening Times

DELICATESSEN: Tuesday to Saturday: 9am to 4pm

DINING: (Indoor or Outdoor)
Brunch: Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am to 11:30am
Coffee, Cake, Deli: Tuesday to Saturday: 9am to 4pm
A la Carte & Light Lunch: Tuesday to Saturday: 12noon to 2:30pm
A la Carte Dining: Tuesday to Saturday: 5:30pm until last orders at 9.30pm

TAKEAWAY COLLECTION: Tuesday to Saturday: 12noon to 2pm and 5:30pm until last orders at 8.30pm

Ray’s Italian Kitchen
11 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF
01590 645300
info@raysitaliankitchen.co.uk
www.raysitaliankitchen.co.uk
www.facebook.com/raysitaliankitchen

Keyhaven Artists' Summer Exhibition

The annual Art Exhibition in the Keyhaven Scout Hut is will open every day 10am to 4pm from Friday 19th August until the last day on Bank Monday 29th August. (The Scout Hut is in the car park opposite The Gun Inn pub, SO41 0TP).

It is probably no surprise that the natural beauty of the Milford on Sea coastline and surrounding countryside creates inspiration for many local artists. For most of the year they are hidden away quietly creating works with their brushes and this is the time of the year they emerge to show us the results of their efforts.

The exhibition is Free Entry and has refreshments available in aid of Keyhaven Sea Scouts. 

Just pop along to view the art, and if you fancy many pieces are for sale.

For any enquires please contact Tessa at:

tcvanhasselt@gmail.com.

New Forest Tour Bus is back

The New Forest Tour Bus will be operating from Saturday 25th June until Sunday 18th September 2022.

The circular Blue Route runs from & to: Milford on Sea, Everton, Lymington, Brockenhurst via Burley, New Milton and Barton on Sea.

Dogs and Bikes are welcome on the Tour and you can 'Hop on and off 'wherever you like and catch the next Tour bus, or switch between routes, all on the same ticket.

To find out more; please click here.

New Forest Bus Tour
www.morebus.co.uk/about-NFT

Hampshire School Netball Champions & Cricket Success

17 Teams ** 7 Players ** 7 Matches ** 7th Largest County in England ** 70 Goals Scored

An extraordinary week of sport for Milford on Sea Primary School started on Monday 6th June 2022 with the Alpha Netball Team once again travelling to Southampton Sports Centre to compete in the County Netball Finals, having qualified after winning the New Forest District Tournament back in March. Teams from all across Hampshire competed, initially in three Pools, with the Winner only progressing to the Finals Matches.

Alpha stormed their Pool matches, scoring an incredible 58 Goals and showcasing their wonderful talent and netball skills.

Into the “Finals” where they played each of the other two Pool Winners. Marchwood were first, who they had very narrowly beaten (6-5) in the New Forest Event. No such problem this time, as Alpha quickly notched up their 6th Win of the Day with a 7-1 victory. Their last and final match, against Newchurch, was a tighter and incredibly nerve-wracking 15 minutes! Milford dragged out their last strands of energy, showed quite wonderful grit and sheer and utter determination and as the Final whistle eventually blew with a 5-3 win, the celebrations began!

New Forest Girls Cricket Tournament

Wednesday saw two teams of Milford on Sea Primary School Girl Cricketers travel to Calmore Cricket Club to compete in the District Girls Cricket Event.

Schools from across the New Forest were split into two initial Pools, with the Winners and Runners-Up progressing to the ‘Top Tier’ of the Event.

Both the Ari’s and the Bo’s (team names suggested by the children after the frequent appearance of Haribos at Club!) won their Pools and after Lunch played off against Abbotswood, Marchwood and each other to determine the placings.

The Bo’s had a quite fantastic Tournament and narrowly missed out on the Silver Medals after a nail-biting 7 run loss to Abbotswood in their Final match.

The Ari’s had a spectacular day. Over their five matches they scored 434 runs, conceded only 120, took 18 wickets and gave away only One Wide all day. An unbelievable Team Effort.

It was Medals all round for the girls and the Ari’s have now qualified for the County Final at the Ageas Bowl, where they will compete against teams from all across Hampshire.

A huge thank you to all the many parents (and grandparents!) who came along to support both events, and a special thanks to Mrs Mellor for looking after the Bo’s with her usual flair and passion.

Gold Table Tennis Medal success for Simon

Milford on Sea's Simon Heaps and Lucie Bouron from Bracknell have won Mixed Doubles Gold for Great Britain in Mexican Para Open in Cancun. Fighting back from 2-0 down, the Great Britain pairing won the next 3 games to win the Gold Medal.

For Simon, who is a 66 year old bilateral amputee, this was his first International Para Gold for Great Britain. 

After this result in Mexico he should now become the GB No 2 in his category.

A couple of weeks prior to this success, Simon had competed in Amman and won his first International Para Medal, a bronze with his German partner.

Next, Simon travels to Rimini, Italy on 25th June to compete in the Over 40’s European Championships and is hopeful of further success. 

The day after he lands back in England, Simon boards another plane to Beunos Aires, Argentina to compete in their International Para Open, and 2 weeks after that he will fly to Pattaya, Thailand to compete for Great Britain in the Thailand Para Open. 

Simon funds all his own tournament trips to represent Great Britain thanks to generous sponsors and supporters. He is very grateful for all of the support received so far, and always looking for more sponsors to join him in following his ambitions representing his country. 

If you are a business and would like to sponsor Simon please contact him directly. Private donations can also be made to support Simon by clicking here.

Simon can be contacted on: 07710 354640 or simon@simonheaps.com

No64 Biscuit House ‘Best Lifestyle Store’ Nomination

A message from Clare at No64 Biscuit House in Milford on Sea high street. 

"I hope you all enjoyed the Jubilee celebrations; for those of you who were able to come into Milford it was great fun, as these things always are in our wonderful village.

So, last month I told you the amazing news that we had been nominated for ‘Best Lifestyle Store’ in the Muddy Stilettos Awards.

Well, thanks to so many of you, I’m delighted to say that we’re in the Final 5!

However, for the final, I need to let you know that all votes are set to zero and so we need to ask you to vote for us, just one more time, please (it doesn’t matter if you didn’t vote for us in the first round either, I might add!)?

Here’s your link - please click here - I think you know how it works by now (and if not it’s very quick & simple, just follow the prompts)!

These awards are now national, having grown massively over 9 years, covering every county Muddy Stilettos are now the largest online supporter of independent businesses in the UK.

We’re in the Hampshire & the Isle of Wight section and what I think is so amazing about us being in the final again this year, is that 2 of the 5 finalists in our category are in Winchester city centre!

And so, for the first time, we’re up against shops with huge footfall, compared to us in tiny Milford on Sea; this is why I’m asking for your help this one last time.

There’s no prize, if we win, we simply get the badge of honour to display in-store and on our website. It’s just a fun distraction from all the bad news, which seems to be constantly going on around us at every turn.

So, Glenn & I would so appreciate if you could find the time to vote for us this one last time, voting closes on Wednesday (15th) at 5pm…..thank you!"

Clare xx  (Clare Southcombe-Holmes)

No64 Biscuit House

64 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD

01590 643765

www.No64.co.uk

www.facebook.com/No64BH

Reuse, Swap and Donate Event

Local community support group; Step up, Safe space are running a Reuse, Swap and Donate Event.

The event will be held on: Saturday 18th June between 10 am to 2pm at All Saints' Church Hall.

Items that will be available: Hordle school logo uniform, baby and children’s clothes, toys and books.

Requests taken for: For other logo uniform and generic uniform, children’s clothes, bedding, toys and baby items. 

Donations invited for: Local logo school uniform, clothes especially Men’s and older children’s and children’s footwear. 

Donations can be made by contacting Suzanne by clicking here.

 

Step up, Safe space is non-profit making and run by volunteers who support families in need in Milford on Sea, New Milton and surrounding areas.

All income from uniform donations go towards essential bills like insurance and storage costs. Cash donations are also welcome.

For any queries please contact: 

Step up, Safe space

Suzanne.stepupsafespace@gmail.com

www.facebook.com/groups/403541067674515

Armed Forces Day on Village Green

A date for you diary:

ARMED FORCES DAY

Royal British Legion Celebratory Picnic

25th June at 12 noon

on the Village Green

Sing and dance to the Music of:

The Two Mikes and The Jems

Bring your Own picnic

This event is free of charge but there will be a collection so please bring some cash if you wish to donate.

Happy Customers at Lazy Lion

The Lazy Lion in Milford on Sea high street are certainly keeping their customers happy, as the recent Facebook posts below show.

If you have not eaten there, we can confirm that it is certainly worth a try for great pub food in a comfortable environment, plus friendly service to enhance the experience.

You dine any day for a great breakfast, or at lunchtime or in the evening with a comprehensive menu choice including British classics and dishes with a twist.

Lunch Classics are served on Thursdays with 3 Courses for £16 (2 Courses £12), watch out for Pie & Pud Nights for £13.50 on Wednesdays. There is also a children's menu, plus of course the ever popular Sunday Roast every week! - Remember to book though, the restaurant is very popular.

They also have a Private Dining Area for up to 20 people (or more) should you want to enjoy a meal with family or friends. 

If you have guests who wish to stay over, their comfortable B&B Rooms in this former 18th Century coaching inn are also worth a look.

To book, please call Iain, the landlord: 01590 641111.

The Lazy Lion

01590 641111
info@thelazylion.co.uk
www.thelazylion.co.uk
www.facebook.com/lazylionmilford

New defibrillator at All Saints'

All Saints' Church in Milford on Sea are proud to be custodians of a new defibrillator, which has been installed on the front of All Saints' Church Hall.

Derek Batterbee, Office Manager at All Saints' said: "The defibrillator was kindly donated to us and the donors wish to remain anonymous, but a big thank you to them!"

All Saints' would also like to thank Martin Blakey of Blakey electrical for kindly installing the defibrillator at his own expense and also for the new dusk to dawn light that he is donating and fitting above the unit.

L to R: Martin Blakey and
Rev Tasha Anderson

To read about other defibrillator's in the village, please click here.

Blues Night this coming Saturday

Live music at the Community Centre this coming Saturday:

Milford on Sea Community Centre

01590 644861

www.moscommunitycentre.org.uk

www.facebook.com/Milford-on-Sea-Community-Centre

Box Office Open:

Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

Celebrate La Perle's 7th Birthday

La Perle will be celebrating their 7th Birthday on Wednesday 15th June 2022.

To mark the occasion, Sam has created a menu of classic dishes for the evening.

click to view menu

Diner are asked to arrive at 7pm. The menu is: £49.95pp

To book your table: please visit www.laperle.co.uk

La Perle

60 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD

01590 643557

info@laperle.co.uk

www.laperle.co.uk

www.facebook.com/laperlemilford

Celebrating the Jubilee on the Village Green

Glorious weather accompanied the Queens Platinum Jubilee on Thursday 2nd & Friday 3rd June 2022 as Milford on Sea villagers came out to picnic and enjoy the free live music on the village green.

The music was sponsored by The Cave and the artists playing and entertaining the jubilant large crowd were: Carley Varley on Thursday afternoon and Ben Poore on Friday afternoon.

As people sat in the sun they were able to use the picnic tables provided and enjoy cream teas and drinks from The Cave delivered by Jon, Nancy and the team. 

La Perle also had tables outside where people could enjoy Sam's tasty scampi and chips.

On Friday afternoon, the Smugglers Inn also had live music from Jake Among The Willows followed by Sunstroke.  There was also a Pimms & Prosecco tent and hog roast to enjoy whilst the children took full advantage of the pub's play park.

Photos by Graham Wiffen

Photo by La Perle

Click image to watch Smugglers video

Whitby Road Jubilee Street Party beats the rain!

With heavy rain forecast for Sunday, the partygoers decided to bring forward the Whitby Road Queen's Platinum Jubilee Street Party.

The suggestion by organisers Sue, Sue, Bonnie & all the team was the right call, and the celebrations were in full swing in no time!

Photos by Graham Wiffen

Rain at Gillingham Road Jubilee Street Party

The rain slowly appeared at the Gillingham Road Queen's Platinum Jubilee Street Party on Sunday afternoon. 

A very colourful afternoon was enjoyed with live music, games for the kids, great party food and a partygoer even provided a visit as the 'Queen's Lady in Waiting'.

With typical British resolve when the rain eventually kicked in, a quick change of clothes and brollies were collected to ensure the party went on.

Even the best organisation & planning cannot control the weather, but the weather can never dampen the British spirit!

Photos by Graham Wiffen

Jubilee Lunch & Derby at Community Centre

110 people sat down to a typical British lunch of roast beef and Queen of Pudding to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee at the Milford on Sea Community Centre on Saturday 4th June 2022.

A loyal toast and the National Anthem completed the lunch and preceded the big screen showing of The Derby with a fun sweepstake.

A great effort from the brilliant team of volunteers and lots of happy diners.

Queen's Jubilee Party at Solent Grange

The Street Party for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee at Solent Grange managed to get in their festivities just before the rain tried to spoil proceedings on Sunday.

Friends, neighbours and pets gathered to celebrate what had proved to be a fabulous weekend of national celebration.

It is clear the Laraine and the organising team did a great job in bringing everyone together for a fun time.

Photos by Graham Wiffen

Jubilee Street Party at Nautica Reach

Nautica Reach in Milford on Sea have to be congratulated on their Queen's Platinum Jubilee Street Party, as they celebrated with an impressively stocked bar and the official Jubilee Platinum Puddings, hats off to Lynne for making it.

The pudding looked fabulous and was joined by many other wonderful food & drinks that everyone enjoyed.

Photos and report by Graham Wiffen.

Mill Meadow Jubilee Street Party with Classic Cars!

The Mill Meadow Queen's Jubilee Street Party was a very colourful affair, with 3 Chef's cooking BBQ's surrounded by a rather wonderful selection of classic cars. 

A great fun group of people who know how to have a good time!

Photos and report by Graham Wiffen.

Wayside Queen's Jubilee Street Party

As the Queen celebrated her Platinum Jubilee watching the Trooping of the Colour on Thursday 2nd June, the residents of Wayside Close and members of Milford on Sea Baptist Church gathered to have their own Jubilee lunchtime celebration.

A Cytisus tree was also planted in the garden of Milford on Sea Baptist Church to commemorate this very special occasion.

The excellent photos below captured the party atmosphere and were taken by talented local photographer Graham Wiffen.

Milford on Sea Baptist Church
Barnes Lane, Milford on Sea SO41 0RN
01590 645469

pastormosbaptist@gmail.com
www.milfordonseabaptist.org.uk

Jubilee Street Party at Shorefield Way

Shorefield Way in Milford on Sea held a fabulous Queen's Platinum Jubilee Street Party for around 80 residents, ranging from the very young to possibly our oldest resident Mary, who at 100 was enjoying the festivities with her daughter Margaret, who recently turned 80. Congratulations! 

There was of course lots of red, white and blue to help celebrate the Queen’s magnificent reign.

The party catered for everyone; with a children’s play table, a Glitter Bar and street Jenga. Nigel was cooking the crepe’s, and there were loads of tasty treats, gorgeous cakes and lots of bottles to keep everyone well fed and watered.

It is understood that the party went on well into the evening and even had egg and spoon races!

Well done to Christine, Nigel, Abbey and all of the team there who made this a real family event.

Fantastic party, fit for a queen!

Photos and above report by Graham Wiffen

To see more photos from the party by Graham Wiffen; please click here.

Glorious Jubilee Flower Festival

St Mary's Church in Everton held a Jubilee Themed Flower Festival to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee from Thursday 2nd June to Sunday 5th June.

The event also featured a different type of live music on each day.

The flower displays were not only glorious, they also captured the theme of the Platinum Jubilee perfectly.

Photos by Graham Wiffen

St Mary's Church

17 Old Christchurch Road, Everton, SO41 0JJ