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Tuesday 6 December 2022

Christmas Presents for Your Pets

If you are looking for some Christmas treats for your dog, cat or local wildlife this year, then Paddy's Pool in the village can help.

There are choices from: 3 different dog hampers, a cat hamper & a wildlife hamper. Hamper prices range from: Small; £18.99, Medium: £25 or Large £45. Items can also be 'mix & matched'.

All of the hampers can be pre-ordered with the last collection date of Thursday 22nd December.

If you would like some smaller festive fun treats there are: Fish4dogs Christmas Crackers, Christmas Stockings, Forthglade Christmas Dinners & Treats, Christmas Toys, Dog Advent Calendars and more.


If your dog loves to get in the water, you and they may like a Ruff & Tumble Drying Coat.

The coats come in a colourful range, and are designed with care and made from top quality double-layer cotton towelling. 

The ultimate solution for managing wet dogs!



To buy any of the above, please pop into Paddy's Pool on Milford Trading Estate, Laundry Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0WJ
or contact: 01590 643054 - paddys.pool@icloud.comwww.paddyspool.co.uk.
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About Paddy's Pool & Grooming Studio

Run by a professional and dedicated owner who's passionate about dogs. Services offered include a welcoming canine hydrotherapy pool for your dog. Ideal if your dog needs to recuperate from an injury or an operation, help with a weight loss programme, gain confidence in the water or simply enjoy an occasional good fun swim.

These is also a well-stocked Pet Shop, as well as a Grooming Studio

To find out more please click here.

Paddy's Pool
Milford Trading Estate, Laundry Lane, Milford on Sea, SO41 0WJ
01590 643054

School Christmas Fair request Cake Donations

Milford on Sea School PFA are looking for local home bakers who would be willing to bake and donate any Nut Free Cakes to the Christmas Fair to be held on from 12pm to 3pm on Saturday 10th December.

Anyone willing to generously bake and donate cakes or cupcakes (they must be Nut Free), can bring them along to the school around 11am to 12 noon on Saturday 10th December. 

All profits from sale of cakes will be donated by the PFA to the school.

The Christmas Fair itself will feature; a Mulled wine stall, Hot food café, Shopping stalls, Arts & Crafts, Festive games, Face painting, Santa's Grotto, Raffle & Tombola, Secret Santa, NJ Dance and Bouncy castle.

Entry to the Christmas Fair is Free.

Raffle: Prizes include: The Michael Turner Prawn Cocktail.  Other prizes include 2 x £200 M&S Vouchers, £100 M&S Vouchers, 2 x Cases of Champagne worth £500 each, A Case of Red & White Wine (worth £500 each), Meal Out Vouchers & much more... Raffle Tickets for sale in The Smugglers or early at fair on the day.

Event run by the PFA (Parent & Friends Association).

To see all events in the Village What's On Calendar: please click here.


Milford on Sea Primary School
Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0RF
01590 642945

Milford on Sea Primary School PFA

Notes from Friends of Milford Meadow Meeting

The Friends of Milford Meadow, a community group which is working to protect and enhance the community meadow next to All Saints Church have released the notes following their public meeting on Wednesday 30th November.

For those who were unable to attend last week’s community meeting, you can read the resulting notes by clicking here

To read the original article, please click here.


To contact Friends of Milford Meadow:
Follow at ‘Friends of the Meadow’ on Facebook click here

Monday 5 December 2022

MOSHRS launch Historical Research Library

Explore over 100 years of local history articles in the Historical Research Library!

Milford-on-Sea Historical Record Society [MOSHRS] has a ground-breaking project called “Local History Lives!” which will help you find out more about our village's local history. Check out this link.

Search the 150 local articles in the online Research Library - you may find your family or your house. Each article is available in a word searchable pdf file with the text readily convertible into a speech file.

The articles provide important insights into Milford’s history and as well as new leads for your local history research. Did you know about the connections between Milford and the Barings, the banking family? What about the links between Milford and the iron works at Sowley on the Beaulieu estate? You may wish to find out what really happened in Milford on Sea during the Civil War.

The project has been made possible through grants from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Hampshire Archives Trust, Hampshire County Council, and Milford-on-Sea Parish Council as well as a contribution from MOSHRS. It is also supported by volunteers from MOSHRS and Milton Heritage Society.

To visit The Research Library, please click here.

For further information, please contact: chris.sanders@moshrs.co.uk

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About the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society 

The society has an excellent website with a lot of information and historical pictures of Milford on Sea's past.

The MOSHRS meet 5 times a year where you can hear an interesting talk and meet people from across the village. There are also annual visits to places of interest. Membership is just £10. 

To find out moreplease click here.


MoS Historical Record Society

Sunday 4 December 2022

Zac & The Zero's Live at The Smugglers

Always popular band, Zac & The Zero's will be playing live at The Smugglers from 8.30pm on Friday 9th December.

Complimentary mulled wine from landlords, Suzy & Guy on arrival. Evening menu served until 9.30pm.


Zac & The Zeros play live Rock & Roll music from the late 50’s and swinging 60’s, featuring hit songs by Eddie Cochran, The Beatles, The Kinks, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Crystals, Buddy Holly, Elvis, The Rolling Stones, The Searchers and Carl Perkins to mention but a few.

WHAT'S ON: See all the village events and activities: please click here.

The Smugglers Inn
88 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 644414

Pottery Courses are not just for Christmas!

Did you know we have an active and vibrant pottery in the village?

Dave & Lucy Rogers run one-day and long weekend pottery courses in the village, both are non residential for anyone living nearby, or residential using their B&B accommodation. They also have Gift Vouchers which make ideal presents all year round.

There are 9 places per pottery course meaning they can tailor the classes to suit your level of skill and creativity! The courses are all based on the potter's wheel – learning the basic techniques of throwing the perfect pot.

Pottery Courses: Please click here.

Dave also sells his large range of high-fired stoneware pots, cups, plates, platters and kitchenware which are all hand-made by him on the potters wheel. All are oven proof, dishwasher proof and microwavable. He is happy to take commissions if you would like something bespoke.

Pottery Shop & Gift Vouchers: Please click here.


About Vinegar Hill Pottery

Vinegar Hill Pottery is a small family-owned pottery and bed and breakfast that's very much a family affair. Lucy Rogers oversees the management and day-to-day running of this delightful three-room accommodation. Dave is a master potter who runs his workshop from the premises and offers tuition to aspiring ceramic artists.

Both originate from Lymington in the New Forest. Dave spent his murky college years studying ceramics at Farnham College of Art and Design and working at Wrecclesham Pottery. He graduated in Ceramics 1997 and then started up on his own. He moved to Bristol in 1999 where he set up his own work spaces at The Botany Art Studios.

With a degree in all things Latin American from Bristol University, Lucy spent time living and studying in Latin America before settling in Bristol and working for ten years for a travel company that specialised in offbeat Latin America. Her job involved travel to small, remote and unique lodges and hotels throughout the continent. This fuelled her passion for travel and gave her the experiences and know-how of what does and doesn’t work for individual, boutique accommodation, and the grounding for Vinegar Hill accommodation.

David's skill as a potter is matched only by his ability as a teacher and patience with those who are new to the kinetic delights of the potter's wheel - the ultimate hands-on experience. Regular pottery courses are open to residents and non-residents alike. There are no identikit rooms at Vinegar Hill. You can pick your accommodation from the spacious Garden Room, the secluded Hayloft or enjoy the delights of Rosie - a beautifully restored nineteenth century showman's wagon for a truly unique experience.


Vinegar Hill Pottery
Vinegar Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0RZ
01590 642979 (9am - 7pm)

A Very Different Christmas at Verveine

Milford on Sea's very own fine dining fish restaurant, Verveine have launched their 'A Very Different Christmas' 6 Course Lunch. The menu is £43 per head and you will get a full experience for your taste buds. 

The menu will run from Tuesday 6th December until Thursday 22nd December. 

Anyone who has dined at Verveine will know that head chef/proprietor David Wykes is a master of his craft, and his dishes combine great flavours with the unexpected. Times are tough, but everyone deserves a treat sometimes.



Also available for Christmas:

To buy or view Verveine Spice Tin Blends, please click here.

The Verveine Cook Book which would grace any kitchen or coffee table.

Plus, Gift Vouchers. All available in the shop now.

To book a table to dine please call: 01590 642176 or visit:


Verveine
98 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 642176
www.verveine.co.uk


Christmas Dinner & Quiz Night at The Smugglers

Start Christmas with a fun night with a two course Traditional Christmas Dinner & Quiz Night with cash prizes on Tuesday 20th December. 

Dinner & Quiz: £22pp. (Max teams of 6.)

Contact The Smugglers Team below to book. 


WHAT'S ON: See all the village events and activities: please click here.


The Smugglers Inn
88 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 644414

Colin's Christmas Cracker & Cake

The fabulous Milford on Sea professional opera singer, Colin Judson returns for an afternoon of festive entertainment with his friends on Sunday 18th December.

Colin Judson is a much sought-after Tenor, he has made appearances at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden, Scottish Opera and English National Opera.  Abroad he has performed at the Teatro Real Madrid, the Opera National de Bordeaux and the Opera National du Rhin. In 2007, Colin recorded a series of comedy operas with Kombat Opera for BBC 2.

To see Colin Judson playing Laca, please click here.

Colin is joined by Opera singers Clare Rutter, Victoria Simmonds and Jim Cleverton accompanied by Richard Black.


WHAT'S ON: See all the village events and activities: please click here.


Milford on Sea Community Centre
01590 644861

Box Office Open:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

The Magic Snowflake by Village Author

The Magic Snowflake, is a children's book written by village author Jean Maye, and available via Amazon or Waterstones.

About The Magic Snowflake: This colourful picture book is about a lonely snowflake and a grumpy elf who meet one Christmas evening and go on a journey to discover magic, friendship, laughter and goodness.
Click image to hear Book Trailer

To order Book online; Amazon please click hereWaterstones please click hereThe book is also available at The Imaginarium Book Shop in Lymington. (Behind Tesco.)

Jean will be at the Everton Village Book Festival on Saturday 10th December if you would like to meet her, or get a copy of her book. Click for more information.

The book would make an ideal present for Christmas!

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Prior to writing fiction Jean wrote non-fiction interactive workbooks for children and young adults which can be seen on her website.

Jean is an international best-selling author in this field and an earlier publication called; 'My life and Me' was even translated in Japanese and published in Japan. 

These earlier books had publishers when she was in social work and we’re specialist books to help looked after children, children who fostered and preparing children for adoption.

In 2021 Jean won the Best Script Award in the international Script Summit Screenplay Contest in Michigan, USA.


Jean Maye Author

Christmas Fair at MoS School

Milford on Sea School have a Christmas Fair from 12pm to 3pm on Saturday 10th December. Entry is Free.

Mulled wine stall, Hot food café, Shopping stalls, Arts & Crafts, Festive games, Face painting, Santa's Grotto, Raffle & Tombola, Secret Santa, NJ Dance and Bouncy castle.

Raffle: Prizes include: The Michael Turner Prawn Cocktail.  Other prizes include 2 x £200 M&S Vouchers, £100 M&S Vouchers, 2 x Cases of Champagne worth £500 each, A Case of Red & White Wine (worth £500 each), Meal Out Vouchers & much more... Raffle Tickets for sale in The Smugglers or early at fair on the day.


Event run by the PFA.

To see all events in the Village What's On Calendar: please click here.


Milford on Sea Primary School
Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0RF
01590 642945

Milford on Sea Primary School PFA
mospspfa@outlook.com
www.facebook.com/PFAatMOSPS

Junior Christmas Party at Milford Tennis Club

Milford on Sea Tennis Club are hosting a Junior Christmas Party for members and non-members on Friday 16th December 3.30pm to 6pm.

Tickets must be bought in advanced to enjoy hot dogs, cakes and tennis.

Christmas jumpers and Santa hat encouraged. Parents welcome - the bar will be open!

To find out more or book tickets, please click here.


To see all events in the Village What's On Calendar: please click here.

Milford Tennis & Squash Club
Lucerne Road, Milford-on-Sea, SO41 0PL

Festive Afternoon with Straight Banana

An afternoon of music and fun in aid of local organisations and charities.

Tickets: £10 includes mulled wine and festive afternoon tea.

To book, please contact: Jackie Parker - jackie.parker51@googlemail.com


To see all events in the Village What's On Calendar: please click here.

Saturday 3 December 2022

Milford Lights Up & Turns Magical

Friday evening saw a very large and great spirited crowd gather in Milford on Sea village centre to see the turn on of the Christmas Lights & Decorations, and to also enjoy some very heart-warming and enthusiastic carol singing led by the children's choir from Milford on Sea School.

It was great to see so many people enjoying themselves, together the great effort made by the village shops, bars and eateries to enhance the experience for the evening.

Santa was even spotted through one of the shop windows!

As they say, a picture paints a thousand words, so please take a look at below to get a great feeling of the evening.

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To watch and listen to the Schools Children's Choir

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To See the Magical Milford at Christmas Photo Album

Photos by Graham Wiffen, Jean Maye & Kerry Bacon

To read more about the event, please click here.

The impressive Milford on Sea Christmas Lights & Decorations are the brainchild of enthusiastic volunteers; Tracy Haupt and Diana Brushwood. A lot of effort goes into creating the decorations for us all to enjoy and they are supported by generous volunteers and participating organisations, as well as being funded by generous individual donations, and sponsorships from local business. A massive thank you goes to everyone who contributed to making another Christmas special for us all.

Is anyone needs a example of a community coming together - this one is hard to beat!


Magical Milford at Christmas
Tracy Haupt / Diana Brushwood

England v Senegal at Black Butter

Black Butter Social Dining the enterprising pop up in the former La Perle Restaurant are inviting people to join them for the England v Senegal World Cup Match on Sunday 4th December KO at 7pm.

They are installing a 75” Screen for the match and offering their Street food menu, including: Smash Burgers, Lamb koftas, Corndogs and more - To eat in or take away.

There will also be a 'Singh'in While We Are Wining' promotion with half price on Singha beer when England score and throughout the time they are winning!

So dig out your retro Euro 96 shirt, squeeze into it and get down to watch the match.




Black Butter Social Dining
60 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD
07946 190262

Defending the Milford Coastline

A recent article in the Advertiser and Times by Roz Waters reported on a 100-year draft coastal strategy between Christchurch and Milford on Sea.

Some measures potentially include: Flood gates, tidal barriers and new artificial reefs.

The proposed defences against rising sea levels were also presented at Drop-in Session at Milford Community Centre on Monday 5th December.

To read the full article, please click here.

Cash for Kids Raffle at the Co-op

Southern Co-op in Milford on Sea high street are running a raffle for Cash for Kids.

There a lots of prizes in the Co-op Raffle; including A Meal for 2 at South Lawn, Vouchers for the Lazy Lion, The Cave and Verveine, plus more...  Most importantly, the money raised will be going to support disadvantaged kids at Christmas time.

Our local Co-op team are also accepting donations of toys and games which will be given to under privileged children. These are also plans for other charity events follow.

They would appreciate your support, so next time you are shopping please buy a raffle ticket, or donate a toy - No doubt, the youngsters will benefit and hopefully have something to smile about.


About Cash for Kids

Cash for Kids is a grant-giving charity helping the children that need it most across the UK.

Their mission is to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in our communities who are affected by poverty, illness, neglect or have additional needs. They believe that all children should be able to express their individuality, achieve their potential and live life to the full.

Cash for Kids works with grass-roots organisations that aim to make a difference to young lives, directly supporting families who often have nowhere else to go.

Cash for Kids

Southern Co-op
45 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG

Join in the Beginners Salsa Classes

The Beginners Salsa Classes have started and new members are still very welcome to join in.


The classes are held in the Dance Studio in Milford on Sea Community Centre and run weekly on Fridays from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. 

Classes will be running until Friday 16th December and then restart after Christmas on 6th January 2023.

Suitable for complete beginners or those with some experience of salsa.

No partner needed. £8 per class.

Learning Salsa is a great way to meet new people and get moving to high energy music. Option to head to the pub together for a drink after class.

To bookplease click here - or text 07787 428714 to book your place & pay in class.


Your teacher:

Danie Louise says: I've taught and performed salsa all over the world. I have over 15 years teaching experience and I'm now a professional mindset coach - this class is all about bringing those two disciplines together - to move great and feel great!

I love teaching salsa because it's a lot of fun and I've seen how it's helped so many people (including myself) to feel more confident and happy!

My aim is to help people gain the confidence and technique to enjoy dancing salsa, while creating space to have fun and forget about life's challenges for a little while. As someone new to the area I'm also looking to meet new people and I've learned that salsa is one of the most fun ways to do that!


Hyde Band Christmas Concert

Get into the Christmas spirit with the big band sound at the Hyde Band Christmas Concert on Saturday 17th December.

WHAT’S ON. See all Village Events & Activities: please click here.



Box Office Open:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 4pm

No64 Christmas Raffle Winners

The No64 Biscuit House Christmas Raffle in aid of Oakhaven Hospice Trust was drawn at the end of November having raised an impressive £1,295 for Oakhaven Hospice.

Twenty prizes had been generously donated by local businesses for this very worthwhile cause.

To see the lucky winners, please click here.

To read the original article and see prizes, 



No64 Biscuit House
64 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QD
01590 643765

Sports Pavilion to get makeover

A recent article in the Advertiser and Times by Roz Waters reported that a £45,000 refurbishment of the Chris Walford Pavilion at Barnes Lanes Recreation Ground is planned for early in the new year.

The sports pavilion in Milford on Sea is predominantly used by the Milford on Sea boys and girls football and cricket teams.

It is hoped that the final part of the funding will be in place soon.

To read the full article, please click here.


The Chris Walford Pavilion

Chris Walford looked after the pitches and facilities at the Recreation Ground in Barnes Lane for over 33 years.

In 2021 the sports pavilion, which Chris almost single-handedly built, was renamed to The Chris Walford Pavilion by the Parish Council to honour the longstanding groundskeeper.

Chris was also chair of Milford Cricket Club for many years.

The sports pitches are used by Milford on Sea adult & girls cricket and Milford Youth FC.

Thursday 1 December 2022

NEW: Village What's On Calendar

Although we publish events happening in the village on these News Pages, it is sometimes difficult for people to keep track and make plans for things they would like to attend.

So, we have now created a Village What's On Calendar where you can see everything happening at a glance, at any time.

Alongside events, the What's On Calendar also contains; club meetings, numerous classes, sports, days out, kid's activities and anything else we think may be of interest. If you are looking for anything to do, on any day, it is certainly worth taking a look at the What's On Calendar.

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To see the Village What's On Calendar whenever you want, click here, or simply click the header on home page of this website.

If you have an event happening and would like it added to the calendar, please drop a line to: david@milfordonsea.org.

Craft Pop Up at Polyanna

As you venture into the village for the Christmas Light & Carols this Friday, why not also pop into Pollyanna where you will find Tipana Crafts & Annie’s Art with some ideal gifts for Christmas.

Friday 2nd December from 5pm to 7.30pm at the far end of the high street, just past The Smugglers.


Pollyanna
104 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 642101