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Tuesday 21 November 2023

Hidden gold on the Green!

Last Friday, following a fantastic team effort by members of the Milford on Sea Gardeners' Club, Milford Conservation Volunteers (MCV), Meadow Gardeners and some welcome “muscle” from Josh and Laurence who are employed by the parish council as groundsmen, over 700 mixed daffodils were planted around the edges of the Village Green.

This project was masterminded and organised by Sue Crabb, Chair of the Milford Gardeners’ Club, who has long felt we needed some daffodils to greet visitors to the village in the spring.

Many thanks to all those who helped with the planting, we look forward to a lovely display, come February and March 2024.




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About Milford Gardeners Club

Milford Gardeners' Club was founded in 1997 and celebrated their 25th Anniversary in 2022.

The club exists for the gardeners of Milford on Sea, providing a succession of interesting speakers and demonstrations for their members. They also try to 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 at The Bridge in Sea Road, SO41 0PH.

The club's upcoming programme of talks and to find out how to join is easy to find on their website.

As the club are non-profit making, any events that raise money goes to support local charities. Over the years many charities have benefited from donations made by the club.

Visitors can attend meeting for just £5. (which is reimbursed if anyone joins in the same year).

Current membership costs just £25 per person for the full year (January to December) or £12.50 if joining from July onwards.

New members are always welcome. 

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


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Monday 20 November 2023

Transport for the Elderly in Milford on Sea

Do you have an elderly friend or relative that lives in Milford on Sea or Everton?

Are they unable to get to their weekly supermarket shop due to the minimal bus service or mobility issues?

Community First’s Call & Go service has a wheelchair accessible minibus which runs from Milford on Sea & Everton to Lymington on Tuesdays. 

No membership fees, and it is free to register over the phone. 

The current return fare from Milford to Lymington is £7.

The mini bus collects them from their door, taking them to Lymington, and then dropping them and their shopping back to their door.

If they have a helper/carer, then they can travel alongside for free. It is a flexible service to use as little or often as they wish. 

To chat to someone, why not give Nik or Sharon a call on the Helpdesk, the telephone number is 01425 461751 and manned between 9am and 3pm Monday to Friday. You may also leave a message and they will get back to you.

If you run a group, why not enquire about our minibus hire group bookings, with or without a driver?

To find out more about the service and Community First in the New Forest, please click here.

The service is supported by Hampshire County Council. 


Call & Go with Community First
01425 461751


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Milford Volunteer Drivers (MVD)

Milford Volunteer Drivers provide a valuable door-to-door car service for local residents, transporting anyone in the village who may struggle to get to a medical appointment. 

Volunteer Drivers and Coordinators are always welcomed. Supporting some of the most vulnerable people in our community is a very rewarding and valuable role.
 
Milford Volunteer Drivers are run by the Milford on Sea Charitable Trust.

For more information, please click here.

To book a journey, please contact: 01590 641700.

To volunteer as a driver or administrator, please contact:


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Meat Bundle Offers at Butchers on the Green

Our local village butcher, Butchers on the Green have another special offer this week to tempt customers.

Meat Bundle

This pack provides an excellent discount for couples meals for the week, the family, or if you are single put some in the freezer.
  • 6 Pork sausages (handmade in store)
  • 1x Gammon hock (great for slow cooking)
  • 340g Braising steak (goes well in a curry)
  • 2x chicken breast (versatile quick and easy)
  • 2x chicken Kyiv's (handmade on the premises )
  • 4 Lamb chops (Hampshire bred hand cut )
  • 6 Rashers of back bacon (traditional homemade dry cure)
Normal price: £43.68
Special Offer Price: £35
Saving over £8.50

Also did you know, since the loss on the fresh fish counter at Verveine, Butchers on the Green now stock frozen fish, gluten free fish cakes and king prawns.

Plus of course, delicious Fresh Ready Made Meals, Cheese, Chutneys, Eggs and much more. 

And for something different for this Christmas, and all year round, £10 Gift Vouchers. The perfect practical gift.




To keep up to date with the current offers at Butchers on the Green, simply keep an eye on their Facebook page at: facebook.com/butchersonthegreen.

About Butchers on the Green

Milford on Sea's independently owned traditional butchers shop, offers an everchanging variety of creative, handmade pre-prepared meals which are easy to cook and great value.

There are are also butcher prepared prime meat cuts & roast joints, steaks, numerous homemade sausage flavours, gluten free sausages, handmade burgers, traditionally cured bacon, mince, ham, pate, chorizo, savoury pies & pasties and in the summer BBQ packs. 

You will also find a counter of frozen fish, gluten free fish cakes, king prawns, cheese, relishes and eggs. They even offer hog roasts for private events.

Keep an eye out for the regular great value Meat Bundles Offers.

To read more about Butchers on the Green, please click here.


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

*Closed on Mondays

Butchers on the Green hold a 5 Star Food Hygiene Rating.

Retained November 2023.
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A variety of Upcoming Quiz Nights

The Lazy Lion in Milford on Sea high street are holding a Charity Quiz Night on Tuesday 28th November 2023


The Quiz will start at 7pm prompt, so please arrive early. 

Come and enjoy the night's quiz whilst enjoying a tasty meal. Bring your friends too!

Table bookings now being taken. So, all you need to do is get your team together and book in!

To book, please call Iain on: 01590 641111.

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Lazy Lion Dining Offers

Pie & Pudding Night every Wednesday. Your choice of a tasty homemade pie, plus a dessert for just £17.50pp.

Lighter Lunch Menu. Designed for those who enjoy more than one course, but perhaps prefer smaller portions. 1 course £10, 2 courses for £14, or you can choose 3 courses for just £17.


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UPCOMING QUIZZES

Quiz Night at The Bridge

Wednesday 6th December 2023 at 7.30pm

Quiz-Master Bob West. Teams of up to 6 with cash prize!

Come with friends or on your own – teams will be put together on the night!

Tickets: £4 from The Bridge Box Office.
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Beat the Family Quiz Evening at Milford on Sea Club

Friday 15th December 2023 - 7pm start. 

Bring your whole family & friends, or come on your own for a fun night.

Entry: £5 per family. Prizes and cash to be won.

Non Members Welcome. No need to book. Pay at the door.
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Christmas Quiz & Dinner Night at The Smugglers Inn

Tuesday 19th December 2023

2 course Christmas Dinner and Quiz.

Great prizes to be won; cash, chocolate & wine. Plus, raffle on night.

Tickets: £24pp.

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Flower Club Christmas Events

Milford Floral Art Club have two events in December in All Saints' Church Hall.

Christmas Fun with Flowers
2pm: Friday 1st December 2023

Fabulously Festive Workshop. Make a beautiful Christmas Centrepiece to take home or as a gift.

Seasonal refreshments and a glass of fizz.

Tickets: Members £35 Visitors £50. Includes all materials.

To book, please contact Brenda Paddison on:

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A Demonstration by Liz Pelley: 'Tis the Season'
2pm: Thursday 14th December 2023

Doors open at 1.30pm. There are also refreshments, floral sundries for sale and a raffle. 

Visitors are welcome for £10 on the door.


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About Milford Floral Art Club

Milford Floral Art Club are a thriving, active and sociable floral art club who were founded in Milford on Sea in June 1983, and they have members of all age groups and backgrounds.

Demonstrations from professional NAFAS demonstrators or workshops lead by fellow flower enthusiasts, floral sundries for sale, refreshments, raffles and more. 

Everyone is welcome to come and join them for a fun filled afternoon with fellow flower lovers.

The club generally meet on second Thursday of each month at 2pm to 4pm (Doors open 1.30pm) at All Saints' Church Hall, Greenbanks Close, Milford on Sea, SO41 0SQ. 

Visitors Most Welcome for a small charge.  

For more information on joining the club, please contact Brenda Paddison on:

To find out more, you can also find the club on Facebook - please click here.


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WI to host First Friday Lunch for FORCA - Strength against cancer

The Milford on Sea WI will be hosting the next First Friday Lunch in aid of 'FORCA - Strength against cancer' on 1st December 2023 in The Bridge.

The ladies from the our local Women's Institute will be serving sausage casserole, jacket potatoes, and vegetables, followed by festive crumble and cream. (Gluten free and vegetarian options available)

There will be also be a craft and Produce table and a wonderful raffle. 

Do go along and support our local WI in their fundraising efforts for this amazing charity. 

Two course lunch for £8. (coffee/tea £1 extra). 

Doors open at 12.30pm - Lunch at 1pm. No need to book.

Everyone is welcome to just turn up and enjoy the lunch.

To find our more about the Milford on Sea WI, please visit: www.milfordonseawi.co.uk

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About FORCA - Strength against cancer

Força - strength against cancer is a registered charity founded in 2011 by a group of mums from Lymington who were inspired after one of their friends (who is originally from Portugal) was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer.

Força means ‘strength’ in Portuguese.

The objective of força - strength against cancer is to promote the physical and mental health of people living with or affected by cancer in Hampshire and Dorset through the provision of financial assistance, support, education and practical advice.

To find our more, please visit: www.forcaagainstcancer.org.uk

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About Milford on Sea WI

The Milford on Sea WI meet at 7pm on the second Wednesday of every month (except August) in The Bridge, Sea Road, Milford on Sea. (Formerly; Village Community Centre.)

Our local Women’s Institute have a large membership, who are actively involved in the life of our vibrant village through the library, community centre groups and charity shops. 

There are also regular Group Activities, such as: Book Club, Quizzes, Craft, Patchwork, Theatre Group, Walking Group, Art, Drama, Mahjong, Food & Produce and Table Tennis.

Find out more about the Milford on Sea Women's Institute by clicking here.

Milford on Sea WI

Milford on Sea WI 2023

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The Bridge (Formerly MoS Community Centre)
Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH
01590 644861

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Silver Swans welcome First Artist from The Royal Ballet Company

Milford on Sea Silver Swans ballet group recently had a visit from a special guest, Tara-Brigette Bhavnani, a First Artist from The Royal Ballet Company until the 2022/23 season.

Stephanie Constantine-Smith, who runs Silver Swans arranged for Tara to visit Milford on Sea last week to lead a workshop for her students.

The afternoon workshop was at All Saints Church Hall in Milford on Sea. Tara put the Swans through their paces, with an hour long ballet class, followed by an hour of learning Repertoire – the Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker. One Silver Swan commented “What a privilege to have a workshop with Tara, she was an inspiration - an experience of a life time. We’re so lucky Stephanie arranged this special treat for us”.

Stephanie wanted her Swans to experience dancing with a professional, and who better than with an artist from the Royal Ballet Company. “It is important to me that age is not a barrier to experiencing this sort of opportunity. My Swans all come together weekly to explore and develop their creativity - and at the same time work on their balance, mobility, posture, and co-ordination. There is also the social side – plus we have a giggle too! Having Tara come and visit is the icing on the cake!”



Silver Swans meet in All Saints Church Hall, Milford on Sea on:
  • Thursdays 10.45 to 11.45am. Term time only.
  • Mondays 12noon to 1pm. Term time only.
To find out more about The Silver Swans at the Royal Academy of Dance, please click here.

Please contact Stephanie if you are interested in joining the village classes. New members are always welcome.

Silver Swans with Stephanie

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New Cocktail Menu at The Cave

The Cave have launched a new Cocktail Menu, packed with classics and new inventions.

If you have a favourite they can mix it, or if Alcohol Free Cocktails are your preference, they are available too.

Choose anything from a Negroni (Gin, Campari, Carpano Rosso Vermouth Dashed on the Rocks), Dark 'n' Stormy (Dark Rum. Ginger Beer. Umero), Espresso Martini (Vodka. Kahlua, Fresh Espresso. Sugar) 

- to a Cookies and Cream Martini (Salted Caramel Liqueur. Baileys. Vodka. Speculoos Syrup) 

- or anything in between!


Wine Tasting and Live Music at The Cave. To see upcoming events, please click here.

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About The Cave

The Cave is a popular and vibrant Wine & Gin Bar, as well as a Tapas Restaurant and Off-Licence. The venue specialises in premier quality wines, speciality gin & tonics, spirits and beers.

The Cave has stylish and relaxing surroundings, and is the place to meet friends at any time of day for a light lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, through to pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks to finish off your evening in style. There are also regular Live Music Nights and Tasting Evenings.

This unique business has been in Milford on Sea since May 2013, and can be booked for private hire to host parties and gatherings.

The Cave is also Dog Friendly.

The Cave
2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH
01590 642195

 

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Sunday 19 November 2023

Michael Bublé Tribute Night at The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse on Milford on Sea seafront have a Michael Bublé Tribute Night on Friday 1st December. (and again on Friday 22nd December 2023.)

Enjoy the festive sounds of Michael Bublé. £60 per person, a glass of fizz on arrival followed by three courses with live music at 8.30pm. 

Please check website for menu. Full payment required upfront to secure your booking..

To book a table, please contact: 
The Lighthouse at: 01590 718040


October & November Dining Offers at The Lighthouse

Local's Lunch

Enjoy 2 courses for £12 every Tuesday lunch time throughout October and November*. Menu changes week.

Sample menu coming soon. Please check The Lighthouse website or social media for menu updates.

*Not including Tuesday October 24th.

Thrifty Thursday

Enjoy 2 courses for £15 every Thursday evenings from 5.30pm throughout October and November**, including some favourites and weekly changing specials.

Sample menu coming soon. Please check The Lighthouse website or social media for menu updates.

**Not including Thursday 26th October.


Other things happening at The Lighthouse

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Black Friday Gift Voucher Offer

24th November 2023
  • £40 for a £50 voucher
  • £66 for a £100 voucher
  • £90 for a £150 voucher
Only available to purchase on website. Valid in the restaurant only.

Strictly 3 months validity period. Must be used in one transaction.

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Live Music Nights

Every Friday and Saturday from 8.30pm throughout December 2023.

Enjoy the music over or meal or drink.

Table bookings available.

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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Tuesday 5th December 2023 at 6pm.

Create your own Christmas wreath, guided by experts Kemlo and Kemlo. 

Kemlo and Kemlo is a sustainable flower farm and floral design team based in the New Forest. They offer bespoke, garden-inspired, original designs using gorgeous flowers and foliage sourced from their own abundant farm just outside Lymington.  www.kemloandkemlo.com

The workshop costs £65 per person including making your wreath, a cocktail on arrival followed by a Lighthouse sharing board.

To secure your booking, please call: 01590 718040.

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Pottery Evening at The Lighthouse

Wednesday 13th December 2023 at 6pm
and
Tuesday 19th December 2023 at 6pm

Create a Christmas gift for a loved one at our pottery evening.

Meet you host; The Touring Potter: www.thetouringpotter.co.uk

£45 per person includes the workshop, a mulled wine on arrival, followed by a Lighthouse sharer board. 

Full payment is required up front and is non-refundable. Pottery that is made will be available to collect before Christmas. 

To secure your booking, please call: 01590 718040.

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Christmas Festive Menu

Friday 1st December to Sunday 24th December 2023

Enjoy 3 Courses for £29.50 or| 2 courses for £24.50.

Ideal for groups of 2 to 80. With live music on Fridays and Saturdays at 8.30pm throughout December.

To see Christmas Festive Menu. please click here.

To see Christmas Functions Menu. please click here.

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Free Exclusive Use Hire

Perfect for groups of 30 from Sunday to Wednesday, and 50 on Fridays and Saturdays. 

Sit down meal + buffet options available for exclusive use hire.

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New Year's Eve

See in the New Year at The Lighthouse! 

Enjoy canapes on arrival, three delicious courses, coffee + live music with Lucas Raye for £85.

Please check website for menu. 

Meet Lucas: www.lucasraye.com

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New Year’s Eve Early Bird Menu

Enjoy three courses for £45 for tables booked between 5-7pm.

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The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY
01590 718040
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Spoon Pendants at Strawberry Gallery

The Strawberry Gallery now has a range of intricate spoon pendants created by JulesandFox.

These are a little pieces of art you can wear everyday. They are likely to fly out the gallery, so be sure to pop in as soon as possible to take a look.


About The Strawberry Gallery

Milford on Sea's pop-up contemporary art gallery is run by Gail Steggell. The gallery hosts an eclectic collection of work by both establish and emerging artists who are predominantly based in the New Forest National Park, occasionally they showcase artists from other places.

As well as featuring an every growing, and changing, range of contemporary art and ceramics from local artists, Gail also has a range of bespoke greetings cards.

Gail formerly ran the popular Tradewinds Gallery in the village where she supported and promoted emerging and established artisans, potters, painters, jewellery makers and the like.

To keep an eye out for news on the latest artists who will be exhibiting, and events taking place, please visit: The Strawberry Gallery Facebook page.

Pop in and enjoy the art.

The Strawberry Gallery
106 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
07809 431866

The gallery is open:
Tuesdays: 10am to 4pm
Wednesdays: 10am to 1pm
Fridays & Saturdays: 10am to 4pm at the moment.

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Festive Fizz Night for NCF Charity

The Cave are hosting a Festive Fizz Night on Tuesday 5th December 2023 in aid of the Milford on Sea based NCF Charity.

The evening will start with a welcome glass of fizz, gin, wine or beer, which is included in the entry ticket price.

During the evening there will be nibbles, raffle, music and the Opportunity to buy local Ugandan crafts and NCF gift vouchers.

Also, you can find out about the work the charity are doing in the slums of Namuwongo, and at the same time enjoy the Christmas lights and festive scenes on Milford on Sea village green.

Entry Ticket: £15 with all proceeds going to NCF Charity.

Only 60 tickets are available, so please email Matthew Brearley to reserve your place  - matthew@thebrearleys.net. Payment will be taken on the door on the night (Cash or card.)

This annual Christmas evening is always lively & social, and tickets sell out quickly, so please book early.

Come and enjoy a fun night that makes a difference.

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About Friends of NCF

In 2007 the founders of Friends of NCF, Steve and Liz Jennings went to Kampala. Whilst there they met some inspirational local Ugandans who had begun a small mission teaching slum children and supporting their families. They returned home determined to help the children and families living in the slum community in Namuwongo and ‘Friends’ was born.

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Support started with the sponsorship of children in secondary education and then developed into fundraising for a school building. As the project continued to grow, ‘Friends’ began to finance a feeding programme to help the undernourished children receive a meal during their school day.

Friends of NCF also provide a free newsletter for moral or financial supporters, and welcome anyone wishing to do a fundraising event or challenge. To find out more please contact Matthew at: office@friendsofncf.org

To see more information on the work of Friends of NCF, please visit:

Donations can also be made on the website.

Friends of NCF (Namuwongo Community Foundation)
office@friendsofncf.org
www.friendsofncf.org




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The Cave
2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH
01590 642195

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David Mein Live at the Cave on Wednesday

The Cave are looking forward to welcoming back the ever popular David Mein on Wednesday 29th November from 8pm.

Come down and enjoy an evening of free live music over a few drinks, and if you fancy, you can also enjoy some tasty dishes from the Tapas menu.

David is a local musician, music teacher and in the band Sunstroke. David also performs as a soloist, and is a popular and regular act enjoyed at The Cave, and he never gives less than 100%. His eclectic range of tracks spreading through the decades from the 60’s to the modern era will have you fully engaged, up on your feet and singing along. If that’s not enough, he’ll work through his array of unusual guitars throughout the performance. What’s not to like, see you here! 

Meet David: www.davidmeinmusic.com 

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Coming Music Events:

Wednesday 6th December: Luke Adams (St Luna)

Best known for his string of self-produced, refreshingly honest and infectious songs, Luke continues to grow into one of the most exciting new artists in the alt-pop scene. With support from the likes of BBC Radio One, BBC Introducing, Notion magazine and TMRW magazine, Luke's music has gained over 30 million combined streams on Spotify alone. He has also featured on shows such as Love Island, Sunday Brunch and Made in Chelsea.


Wednesday 20th December: Phil Holbird

This is Phil’s first time playing at The Cave; however, he has come highly recommended from several of our regular customers. His performance consists of impromptu audience participation alongside his ability to play almost anything on your playlist. He will even issue some post-it notes for you to request your favourite song which he will do his take on it. For an evening of good fun, laughter and wonderful music, Phil is not to be missed!!


New Year's Eve - Sunday 31st December from 8.30pm: DJ Paul Stoner

Paul has performed at The Cave on a couple of NYE’s and has gone down very well, hence why he is returning to take The Cave into 2024. Paul will take everyone through the decades, starting from the 60’s to the modern era.


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About The Cave

The Cave is a popular and vibrant Wine & Gin Bar, as well as a Tapas Restaurant and Off-Licence. The venue specialises in premier quality wines, speciality gin & tonics, spirits and beers.

The Cave has stylish and relaxing surroundings, and is the place to meet friends at any time of day for a light lunch, afternoon tea/coffee, through to pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks to finish off your evening in style. There are also regular Live Music Nights and Tasting Evenings.

This unique business has been in Milford on Sea since May 2013, and can be booked for private hire to host parties and gatherings.

The Cave is also Dog Friendly.

The Cave
2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH
01590 642195

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