Ray's Italian Food & Wine Pairing evening

Booking are now being taken for a special Italian Food & Wine Pairing evening at Ray's Italian Kitchen in Milford on Sea high street.

Head chef, Karl Wiggins will be creating a gastronomic bonanza along with wines selected and presented by Laurent Bergmann and Ellis Wines.

Sounds like a night to really satisfy your taste buds.

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

Walk for Wellness walks for Oakhaven

In August 2019, Melissa Page founded a free voluntary walking group which is still going strong and always looking for more people to join in. Walk for Wellness meet at 10am on Mondays and Wednesdays starting walks from The Needles Eye Café in Milford on Sea 

Melissa kept the group going during Covid doing one to ones, then pre-booked groups of 6, before returning to a 'come when you want' structure. This no doubt helped a lot of people both physically and mentally during that period.

Some members of the group are doing a charity walk for Oakhaven Hospice next Saturday 17th September. Melissa, together with members of her walking group, are keen to raise some money for the fantastic work Oakhaven do and at least 12 of the group have decided to walk locally to raise funds (and keep fit of course!).

The plan is to walk at least 100 miles between them. Melissa will be doing the full 26 miles, some of the group are doing 13 and others 10 or less, and everyone will be doing their walks on the 17th September. Everyone is keen to do their bit, and if you see them in their unmissable bright orange Oakhaven t-shirts please give them a wave and some moral support!

Melissa appreciates that people are inundated with requests for sponsorship or charity donations but if anyone does want to support them, you can visit their the link to the Just Giving page by clicking here.

About Walk for Wellness

Walk for Wellness was set up by Melissa Page in August 2019, she is a qualified personal trainer and ex-lawyer who has a real passion for fitness, and has completed 4 marathons and various charity challenges. 

Melissa wanted to give something back to the community so she started free walking groups at 10am on Mondays and Wednesdays for anyone who would like to go along.  

The aim being for people to get some exercise and simultaneously have some social company.  

The exercise is followed by a well-earned coffee and chat. The groups tend to cover 3 to 3.5miles in the hour but different speeds can be catered for (including jogging).  She always does a warm up to start and a stretch after.  

Anyone that would like to join in can just turn up at 10am on Mondays and Wednesdays outside the Needles Eye Café.

The importance of fitness is clear, and people’s reasons for walking varies, and Melissa is keen to see new members join in for fitness and fun.

To join the Walk for Wellness free walking group, or to find out more, please contact Melissa on pagetwo@hotmail.co.uk or 07712 164310.

Free 'Taster' Yoga Class places

Laura Farish is offering 5 Free 'Taster' Yoga Class places at her new gentle Hatha yoga class starting from Tuesday 27th September.

The classes take place on Tues Afternoons at 2pm (in The Community Centre) and Evenings at 6pm (in The Library). Normal Price: £10 for 1 hour. 

To claim your free taster place, Laura's contact details are below.

Hatha Yoga with Laura

• Relax, unwind, de-stress with a bit of 'me time’.
• Increase your flexibility and core strength, or learn how to maintain your health.

To book: Please contact: 07786 702722 - hathayogawithlaura@yahoo.com

Please bring a drink, a yoga mat and wear clothes you can stretch in. Yoga mats available to hire – please book them in advance.

Hatha Yoga with Laura

Milford On Sea Community Centre

9 Sea Road, Milford On Sea, SO41 0PH

hathayogawithlaura@yahoo.com

07786 702722

Local Family need Bedroom Furniture

Local community support group Step up, Safe space are looking to help a family in need of the following:

• A complete double bed
• A small wardrobe
• A duvet and pillows

The family lives in the local area and would also need help with delivery please.

If anyone can help can they please contact:

Suzanne.stepupsafespace@gmail.com

About Step up, Safe space 

A non-profit making community support group run by volunteers who support families in need in Milford on Sea, New Milton and surrounding areas.

They also resell local school uniforms and all income from uniform donations go towards essential bills like insurance and storage costs. Cash donations are also welcome.

For any more information please contact: 

Step up, Safe space

Suzanne.stepupsafespace@gmail.com

www.facebook.com/groups/403541067674515

All Saints' Service for The Queen tonight

Following the very sad passing of The Queen, All Saints' Church has sent this message:

The whole nation is deeply saddened by the news announced yesterday of the death of Her Majesty the Queen.

We give thanks for her long reign and service.

There will be short Services of Commemoration at 7pm this evening (Friday) (This was 6pm, but now delayed due to King's speech at 6pm) in All Saints Church, Milford on Sea and at St Mary’s, Everton. All are welcome to join us.

All Saints’ Church is now open if anyone would like to come in and sit quietly, or to pray. The church bells will also be rung at midday today.

A book of condolence will also be open at Christchurch Priory and Winchester Cathedral or you may wish to contribute to the online book of condolence by clicking here.

"Almighty God, whose Son Jesus Christ exchanged the glory of a heavenly throne for the form of a servant, we thank you that you have given Elizabeth our Queen a heart to serve her people, and have kept her devoted in this service beyond all who were before her: encourage us by her example to serve one another, and to seek the common good, until you call us all to reign with Christ in your eternal kingdom. Amen."

Parish Council response to Swallowfields Park Development

Response from Milford on Sea Parish Council to Pennyfarthing Homes’ online consultation relating to Strategic Site 7 - known as Swallowfields Park, Manor Road, Milford on Sea.

LOCAL PLAN

The site SS7 in the New Forest District Local Plan 2016- 2036 was adopted for ‘at least 110 new homes and public open space’. The Parish Council considers that the proposed 191 new homes will be an over development of the site resulting in a cramped environment and will put an excessive strain on infrastructure and public services.

DESIGN AND LAYOUT

The Parish Council wish to see detailed designs of the proposed dwellings. It is felt that the housing at the Swifts is lacklustre, unattractive, dated and very ordinary. There is an opportunity for this development to enhance the area rather than following a standard mass development pattern.

We note that the affordable housing is largely situated directly under the comms mast. We wish to have every assurance that this is acceptable and safe.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION

Prior to any works commencing all remedial works to the Public Open Space at the land adjacent to the school must be completed to resolve the problems with the unsatisfactory condition of this land and the consequent liability concerns from its use by the public and the school.

Provision of traffic lights at the Everton junction of B3058 and the A337 must be mandated and works commenced before construction work starts.

The Parish Council trusts that, and will look for, evidence that new-build standards will be shown to be coping with the problems of climate change and energy costs.

We welcome the provision of footpaths, cycle routes and the provision of a pedestrian access to the site from the B3058 opposite the school.

Protection of existing trees is imperative as is the retention of existing hedges. More tree planting will be welcome.

DRAINAGE

Drainage and sewerage problems are of great concern to the village. Mains sewerage from this new development must not connect to existing pipework which is already overloaded causing major issues at Keyhaven with frequent spills onto roads and into Sturt Pond. The Parish awaits proposals from Pennyfarthing on how it intends to deal with this major concern.

CONSTRUCTION PHASE

Access to the site as suggested by Pennyfarthing at the N.E. point of the site to be installed with the essential proviso that construction traffic must avoid school start of day and end of school times.

A condition must be imposed that all construction traffic parks within the site. No parking can be tolerated in Manor Road, Manor Close, Knowland Drive or other neighbouring residential roads.

The Public Open Space provided must be ready for leisure and informal play before the first residents arrive. This land must be prepared to a high standard. Councillors are very aware of the failure of the ground preparation at the neighbouring Swifts development. We wish to be advised of the specification of the Alternative Natural Greenspace.

Pennyfarthing to ensure that no topsoil is removed from the site leaving verges and green areas in poor condition. We note the inferior state of these at the Swifts development.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

We welcome Pennyfarthing’s commitment to provide affordable housing in accordance with government policy that 50 per cent of the dwellings on the site must be within affordable housing guidelines. We regret that the largest proportion of such housing is categorised as being for first time buyers. The cost of such housing, even discounted, will be beyond the means of many people currently registered on the Homesearch Register. We ask for evidence that the provision of the affordable housing on this site will answer the registered needs of the village. We also wish to be reassured that the allocation of affordable housing will follow current regulation in that tenants or lessees will have a strong connection to the village and that, contrary to the statement in Pennyfarthing’s consultation, shared ownership will not contain the right to ‘staircase out’ so that a property will become owned completely by the resident. This provision will ensure that the less expensive housing at the site will not be sold on as second homes but will remain within the affordable housing provision.

We look for reassurance that the provision of affordable housing will not be eroded when plans are submitted.

GENERAL

We note that Pennyfarthing has adopted the name Swallowfield Park as a working title for SS7. Perhaps “Swallowfields” minus the “Park” may fit better with its neighbour, the Swifts.

The Parish Council intends to engage with more village feedback at public meetings.

Personal Training with Max

Max from Max Peppler Personal Training is looking to take on 3 face to face clients for personal training.

Max is well aware that “Gym-timidation” is something some people struggle with when they are new to the gym. They are not sure what to do, and this could prevent people from getting over the first hurdle of stepping into the gym. Max's relaxed style remove any of these issues.

If you are looking to:

• Build confidence in the gym
• Include exercise into a busy lifestyle
• Be able to eat all your favourite foods

Which will help you:

• Feel comfortable in your own skin
• Feel healthier at the end of the week
• Enjoy your food

Drop him a message and he will be in touch.

Contact Max:

07527 404494

peppler.max4@outlook.com

www.facebook.com/watch/maxpeppler.pt

About Max

I am a Personal Trainer at The Unit Fitness in Milford on Sea and passionate about helping people to achieve their fitness goals and helping them to feel good in their body. I specialise in High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and functional fitness. These training methods are for anyone wanting to change their body composition (Fat loss / Muscle Definition) and improve physical fitness.

I studied Applied Sports Science at University. This explores training modalities to help individuals to optimise performance and achieve specific fitness goals.

I have worked with national and international athletes whilst at University helping them to achieve their fullest potential and I hope to do the same with you.

The Unit Fitness Centre

Unit 7, Laundry Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0WJ

info@theunit-fitness.co.uk
www.theunit-fitness.co.uk

Milford Valeting off to flying start

Milford Mobile Valeting was launched in July this year, and in its first couple of months Jacque and Polly have amassed many happy customers.

They offer a fully mobile, local, and high quality valeting service, providing a range of services from Signature/Deluxe Full Valets, Mini Valets, Interior/ Exterior only Valets, Headlight Restoration and more.

Recently they have introduced a discount for regular customers who rebook within 30 days of their last valet service as a 'thank you' for their loyalty and support.

They have also introduced a discount for multi-vehicles/company cars and fleets, so, anyone with a small or large business, or even someone with multiple cars on the drive can take advantage of this discount offer.

Shortly they will also be introducing 'winter protection' packages, to protect your vehicle into the winter months.

Jacque and Polly would just like to say; "A huge thank you for everyone's support and kindness over the last few months - and we hope to see you soon!"

If you have any questions, or would like to make a booking, their full contact details are below.

PS: You can also follow them on Facebook.

Milford Valeting

07711 831883

jacque@milfordvaleting.co.uk

www.facebook.com/milfordvaleting

Now On Sale: Milford on Sea Calendar 2023

Graham Wiffen's 2023 Calendar featuring local scenes is now available to buy online, and if you are local it is also available in the Old Smithy in Milford on Sea or Everton Post Office.

The images taken by the talented local photographer, will make a nice gift or Christmas present.

The calendar includes a selection of Graham's own personal favourite images and a mix of those which have proved popular across social media this last year or so.

The calendar is printed on high quality card and provided with a gloss finish. It is spiral bound across the centre fold, with an A4 landscape glossy photo above and a A4 landscape month-to-a-view calendar page below. The page also includes some background information on each shot. When open and hanging on the wall, it will be A3 portrait in size.

Graham has worked hard to keep the costs down with all the disruption that happening around us and the calendar is available for £10.

To order your calendar, please click here.

Graham regularly captures images of local scenes, wildlife, bird, flowers and events. To see more of his work; please click here.

Talk on Smuggling conflict at Naish Beach

Following his recent talk on the Special Operations Executive (SOE) at Beaulieu, Nick Saunders returns to speak to Milford on Sea Historical Record Society (MOSHRS) on:

“Smuggling: an armed incident at Naish Beach, 1825”.

Thursday, 29th September, 2022 at 7.15pm at All Saints Church Hall.

Non-members welcomed: £5 payable at the door.

Pic from: www.miltonheritagesociety.co.uk

Date for your diary: 

The Rt. Hon. Dr. Julian Lewis MP will speak on:

“Kink Kincaid and the Schneider Trophy”

Thursday November 24th at 7.15pm at All Saints Church Hall.

Wikipedia: Julian Murray Lewis (born 26 September 1951) is a British Conservative Party politician serving as the Member of Parliament (MP), representing New Forest East since 1997.Lewis has served as Chair of the Intelligence and Security Committee since 2020, succeeding Dominic Grieve.

Lewis served as Chair of the Defence Select Committee from 2015 to 2019. He actively pursues the retention and renewal of the British strategic nuclear deterrent, the UK Trident programme – confirmed in 2016 – and campaigns for Defence expenditure to be restored to 3% of GDP. Lewis had the Conservative Party whip removed after successfully standing against the Government's preferred candidate for the chairmanship of the Intelligence and Security Committee, former Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling, on 15 July 2020. The whip was restored on 30 December 2020.

A Eurosceptic, Lewis is a supporter of the pro-Brexit groups Leave Means Leave and the European Research Group (ERG). He was one of just 28 Conservative MPs (the 'Spartans') who voted all three times against Theresa May's EU Withdrawal Agreement, regarding it as "Brexit in Name Only".

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About the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society 

MOSHRS is one of the oldest local history societies in the country. 

The society is ideal for anyone interested in hearing about local history and meeting others with similar interests.

MOSHRS have an active membership with a programme of informative talks and an annual outing. 

The society also has an excellent website with a lot of historical village information and interesting pictures of Milford on Sea in the past.

The MOSHRS meet 5 times a year and membership is just £10 per year. 

To find out more; please click here.

MoS Historical Record Society

www.milfordhistory.org.uk

Waverley passing The Needles

Graham Wiffen captured this excellent image of the paddle steamer Waverley sailing past The Needles over the weekend. She was returning to Southampton after after a day trip to Swanage.

PS Waverley is the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, launched on October 2nd 1946.

The ship is registered on The National Historic Fleet as being a vessel of pre-eminent national significance. She has operated in preservation since 1975 and has become a “national treasure” carrying over 6 million passengers.

Trips are available to experience the sight, sound and thrill of watching the mighty steam engine start to drive the ship’s massive paddle wheels, and then sitting back to enjoy a short cruise on this magnificent and historic steamship.

For more information, please visit: www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk.

Amy Winehouse Night at Community Centre

The quintessential music of pop icon Amy Winehouse is coming to Milford on Sea. The evening will also feature classic Soul & Motown anthems to ensure a great night of musical nostalgia.

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

Fresh Pies at The Lazy Lion

Who doesn't love a freshly baked pie?

Well, The Lazy Lion in Milford on Sea high street regularly have pies on their daily menu, as well as a Pie & Pudding Night on Wednesdays.

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.

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.

About the Lazy Lion

As well as being a great pub serving quality food for breakfast, lunch and evening meals, the Lazy Lion also has 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

Milford hosts LTA Open Junior Tennis Tournament

Milford Tennis Club recently hosted the 83rd LTA Open Junior Tennis Tournament where 118 players were welcomed over 18 events and 164 matches with the final match finishing at 7.15pm.

An exceptional four days of tennis with excellent sportsmanship from everyone.

Special congratulations to Milford’s own Joseph Robinson; runner up in the Boys 12U, Farsi Khan-Rathor from Georgians Tennis Academy who won the Boys 10U and 11U titles and Jesse Frank Abu from David Lloyd Southampton for appearing in 3 finals; Boys 16U winner and runner up in 18U singles and doubles.

The club thanks all the competitors, parents, club volunteers and caterers (SO41 Catering) for making this such a successful tournament, and our now looking forward to next year!

The tournament is proudly sponsored by Moore Barlow, Hayward Fox and Solent Dental.

To see all the Winners: please click here.

To see the Full Draw: please click here. 

For more information please contact Head Coach, Dan Hitchins at: headcoach@milfordtennisandsquash.net

Milford Tennis & Squash Club

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

www.milfordtennisandsquash.net

www.facebook.com/milfordtennissquash

Ellie in England Golf’s County Champion of Champions

Milford on Sea golfer, Ellie Mans returned from Woodhall Spa where she played this weekend in England Golf’s County Champion of Champions.

The England Girls Champion of Champions was held over 36 holes around the Bracken Course at Woodhall Spa Golf Club, home of the National Golf Centre.

Ellie (17 in August) was placed 5th with rounds of 76 & 78. 

2022 has been a great year of golf for Ellie who has a +1 handicap. A first taste of professional golf at the Rose series, Brockenhurst Manor GC, Dorset County Champion & entering her 3rd year as a SW England Squad Member. 

She is currently included within the top 10 England Girl Golfers on the Justin Rose Telegraph Leaderboard where the top 12 will be invited to Quinta De Lago in early November to compete in the Justin Rose Telegraph Final. She qualified through her -2 under par round at Parkstone Golf Club Open in April, also 1 shot off the Ladies course record. Ellie is keeping everything crossed as the finalists will be announced in the next 10 days!

Enjoy a smile watching The Duke

Milford Movies are showing The Duke at the Community Centre at 7pm on 15th September.

The comedy film stars Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren.

Based on the true story: In 1961, the National Gallery spent £140,000 to keep Francisco Goya's "Portrait Of The Duke Of Wellington" in Britain. Hearing this, a 60-year-old taxi driver steals the portrait from the National Gallery in London and sends ransom notes saying that he will return the painting if the government invests more in care for the elderly…

Come and watch with other members of the community for just £7. The bar is also open on the evening.

To see other upcoming films and events, please click here.

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

Come and Join Our Choir

Total Voice Choir has been at the heart of community singing in Milford on Sea since 2010. From concerts to festivals, flash mobs and pub singalongs, you name it they’ve done it and had lots of fun and made lots of memories along the way! They even carried on through lockdown on Zoom, twinning online with choirs all over the world whilst keeping everybody’s spirits up and having fun.

Total Voice meet every Thursday (term time) in the Milford on Sea Community Centre from 11.30am to 1pm and new members are always welcome.

Choir Leader Christine is inviting new people to join and said; We would like to welcome new members to join us as we start the new autumn / winter term. We’ll be singing out and about in our community as well as holding our very own Christmas concert in the community centre this December. Fancy being part of it? We’d love to see you.

We sing contemporary rock and pop songs and learn by ear. No previous musical skills are required and you don’t need to read music or audition.

We’re a friendly group and we love having fun, singing and socialising.

Interested? Contact Christine - christine@totalvoice.co.uk / 07824 388263

Private Singing Lessons: Christine also offers private singing lessons for anyone looking to develop their vocal skills and build confidence.

Total Voice Choir

christine@totalvoice.co.uk

www.totalvoice.co.uk

10% Off Takeaways from Ray's Italian

Ray's Italian Kitchen on Milford on Sea high street are offering 10% Off their Pizza and Pasta Takeaway Menu.

A full A La Carte & Light Lunch menu is also from 12noon and into the evening. Before that Coffee & Cake is served from 9am, and you can treat yourself to something special from the Delicatessen throughout the day.

In addition to Pasts Dishes and other options, the menu includes includes authentic wood fired pizzas which you can eat in or takeaway. Ray's pizzas are made in the Neapolitan style and are smothered in Fior di Latte cheese; which is mozzarella’s softer sweeter cousin.

OPENING HOURS: Tuesday to Saturday

• DELICATESSEN: 9am to 4pm

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

• TAKEAWAY COLLECTION: 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

Groundsperson Opportunity with Parish Council

Milford-on-Sea Parish Council

VACANCY:

GROUNDS / MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE

Part Time 19.5 hrs per week (over 3 days).

Salary £25.4k pro rata (£13,395)

NJC Salary point 18 (pay award pending)

Milford-on-Sea Parish Council is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join the team.

Reporting to the Parish Clerk and Council, responsibilities will include grounds maintenance on all Parish-owned land. Primarily this will include work in the Woodland, Common and Orchard as well as other parcels of land managed by the Parish Council. There will be an expectancy to assist the head groundsman with maintaining to a high standard playing surfaces on football and cricket pitches, maintaining play equipment, a sports pavilion, benches, and machinery.

Grass cutting, strimming and hedge work will also be required.

A full driving licence is required and holding a chainsaw licence would be desirable. However, training to obtain a chainsaw licence would be available.

This is a developing role, which may attract additional hours at a future date. The candidate will need to be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances. Also, there is a requirement to be physically fit as a degree of manual labour is required.

Benefits will include pension, 20 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holidays.

For a full Job Description and details of how to apply plus the Person Spec visit the website: www.milfordonseaparishcouncil.org.uk 

or send your CV together with a covering letter to:

clerk@milfordonseaparishcouncil.gov.uk 

or by post to: 22 High Street, Milford-on-Sea SO41 0QD

Closing date for applications is Friday 16th September 2022

Interviews will take place shortly after this date.

Bag & Clothing Sale at Sassy's

Sassy's in Milford on Sea high street are currently holding a 30% Off sale on selected clothing and 50% Off selected bags.

If you want to grab yourself a bargain you need to visit soon, as the sale won’t last long.

About Sassy's New Forest

The Milford on Sea high street shop offers comprehensive selection of bags, clothing and accessories which combine the joy of colour and exciting design. 

Formerly known as Beyond The Skin Handbags, Sassy’s new venture in Milford on Sea, owned by Sarah Fitzgerald, is in addition to stores in Lyndhurst and Ringwood, as well as their range being available online through their website.

Sassy's New Forest

58 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG

01590 641909

www.sassysnewforest.co.uk

www.facebook.com/sassysnewforest

sassysnewforest@gmail.com

A tribute to Michelle

Those of you who have enjoyed the amazing performances of lovely soprano Michelle Walton will be so saddened to hear of her sudden death. Michelle has sung with Colin Judson at several opera events at Milford on Sea Community Centre and, memorably, at the great concert held at the recreation ground as Covid retreated where Michelle and her husband Mark sang an unforgettable 'Bess, You is my Woman Now' followed by Michelle’s 'Summertime.'

Michelle was a wonderful member of the stunning group who performed arias and songs at the Community Centre way back in 2017, singing such a variety as 'Oh Mio Babbino Caro'  and 'I Could Have Danced All Night' as well as taking our breath away as Carmen in 2019.

We are so sad for Michelle’s family and friends and of course in particular for Colin and Pippa Judson who have lost a dear friend.

Milford on Sea Gardeners’ Club celebrate 25 Years

Milford on Sea Gardeners’ Club recently celebrated their 25th year with a party for 63 members, past and present at Milford on Sea Community Centre. 

The “posh” china was out and the splendid cream tea was provided by Oakhaven catering services.

Old photographs from the club's archives were on display on boards and members did the celebration proud by bringing flowers to decorate the front of the stage, no mean feat given the drought conditions we have been experiencing .

Founder members and past Chairs, Jan England and Jenny Spenser, attended and Sue Crabb, the current chair was there to help them cut the magnificent cake, baked and decorated by one of the club's committee members.

Raffle prizes were generously donated by local businesses and the raffle raised £134 for Club charities, so a very big thank you to them.

All in all, it was a lovely event which ran exactly to plan with the help of a fabulous team of helpers.

Here’s hoping the Club will still be going strong for the 30th anniversary!

About Milford Gardeners' Club

Milford Gardeners' Club began life 25 years ago in 1997.

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

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

The club is non-profit making and any events that raise money support local charities. Over the years over £35,000 has been raised and some of the recipients have been Oakhaven Hospice, First Opportunities, Countryside Education Trust, Rose Road, Mayfield Nurseries, Honeypot, Roundabout, Furzey Gardens, Practical Action, Spana, British Kidney Association, Milford Conservation Volunteers, Barry Phillips Youth Trust, Milford Community Library and Bumblebee Conservation Trust. The club committee are eternally grateful for the help and support given by the members to making this Club such a success.

Milford Gardeners' Club

milfordgardeners@gmail.com
www.milfordgardenersclub.co.uk

Old Walls Art Exhibition opens on Friday

The Old Walls Art Exhibition features three local artists – Kate Danby, Norma Delany and Sally Gore. They are all inspired by landscape both locally and further afield, and are working together to show case their paintings, prints and cards during Hampshire Open Studios week. 

Church Hill Studio is located opposite All Saints Church in Old Walls, Church Hill, Milford on Sea. SO41 0QJ.

The studio will be open from Friday August 26th to Monday August 31st inclusive from 10 am to 4 pm.

Please pop in! Plenty of nearby parking or a short walk from Milford Village Green.

Kate Danby

Norma Delany

Sally Gore

Watch Death on the Nile 2022

Milford Movies are showing the 2022 version of Death on the Nile at the Community Centre at 7pm on 1st September.

 

The film is directed by Kenneth Branagh who also plays the lead role of Hercule Poirot.

Come and watch with other members of the community for just £7. The bar is also open on the evening.

To see other upcoming films and events, please click here.

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

Milford Music-Music for a healthy mind

Prior to the pandemic there were activities in Milford on Sea for people affected by dementia, which sadly closed down temporarily. 

The Milford on Sea Charitable Trust, supported by the Community Centre have now started some new groups, one of which is Milford Music - Music for a healthy mind. The group will meet on the second and fourth Thursday afternoon every month from 2pm to 3.30pm at Milford on Sea Community Centre. 

Milford Music has been initially been started in a small way, and now that some more wonderful volunteers have been attracted they feel ready to advertise the groups more widely, inviting more people to  attend. 

This new inclusive community music group is open to anyone who likes to sing, or just sit and listen to the music. People affected by dementia or similar conditions are particularly welcomed, along with a family member or carer. Why not come along for a cup of tea, and see what you think? The aim is to have an enjoyable and relaxing afternoon. No need to book.

Below is a flyer with all the information on what is available and how to join in.

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Hog Roasts by Butchers on the Green

Butchers on the Green in Church Hill, Milford on Sea are now offering Hog Roasts for weddings, parties and events.

 

This successful local butchers already offer a wide range of traditional local meat including beef, pork, lamb, poultry and game, as well as a vast range of marinated food and prepared dishes for your home or the BBQ.

To find out more please pop in, or use the contact details below.

Butchers on the Green
3 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QU

01590 642136
butcherbythebeach@gmail.com
facebook.com/butchersonthegreen

*Closed on Mondays

Holly Gardens planning MacMillan Coffee Morning

The organisers of the Holly Gardens MacMillan Coffee Morning, Lis Cottrell and Bonnie Moodie are are making plans for this annual community event to be yet another success in fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support.

This year the event will take place on Saturday 17th September 10am to 1pm and is open for all Milford on Sea residents to go along and join in.

The fun morning for a great cause features cakes & refreshments, plant stall, games for adults & kids and a raffle Tombola & Auction supported by local businesses and residents.

Thanks go to the village businesses below who are generously supporting the raffle and auction to date:

New Forest Paddle, Saltwater Café, The Beach House, The Village Butcher, Collins & Butler, HG Figures and Toys, Hayward Fox, Humbugs, Lymington Crazy Golf, Mr Pinks, Muffins Galore, New Forest Bikes, Village Veg, No 64 Biscuit House, New Seasons Florists, Otters, Rays, Rolys Fudge, South Lawn Hotel, Stephen Lees, The Lazy Lion, the Lighthouse, Toots Sweets, Whole Lotta Cakes, Humbugs, Sassys, Rock Pool Cheese and Needles Eye Café.

If you are a local business and would like to support the raffle, or make a donation, Lis and Bonnie would love to hear from you.

Local residents can also donate by adding to the raffle, auction, bottle Tombola or cake stall (baked or bought). To donate please get in touch.

Lis: liscottrell@icloud.com

Bonnie: bonnie_moodie@hotmail.com