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Sunday 21 January 2024

Business over Breakfast (BoB Club) at The Lighthouse

The New Forest BoB Club is a business networking club which meets every two weeks at 9am on a Friday in The Lighthouse, Milford on Sea. 

BoB Clubs operate all over the world, connecting local businesses and creating connections that are difficult to develop otherwise. 

For those of you who may have tried networking before and felt under pressure to refer each week, then try BoB Networking as they have no pressure for referrals at every meeting. You can go along and try the group, and take the opportunity to learn more about how networking through BoB Clubs can help your business.

The group are always looking for new members who are keen to network in the New Forest area.

To reserve your place at the club & to discover what membership can offer you, please contact Martin Bence for more information on 07973 727891 or email through the website. Please click here.

BoB Club Meetings: Members: £10 - Visitors: £14.

The next meeting is at 9am on Friday 26th January 2024, and then every two weeks after that.

To find out more, please click here.


New Forest BoB Club
Martin Bence
07973 727891





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The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY
01590 718040
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The Cave is back after a quick New Year Break

Having taken a well deserved break immediately after New Year, The Cave is once again open and serving drinks and Tapas.

Pop in and enjoy a well earned break of your own! 


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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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Transition Lymington announce upcoming Nature Event

Transition Lymington was founded in 2008, and is part of the wider reaching New Forest Transition movement. The local group has members in the village, and was specifically formed to concentrate on projects in the SO41 postcode areas, including Milford on Sea.

The projects look to address a number of our current social and environmental issues. 

They are a not-for-profit, non-political, diverse, and friendly bunch, who meet once a month in the evening to organise educational and skill sharing events to reduce waste and improve where we live. 

Anyone is welcome to go along to the meetings, or get involved in any of the local projects and events. For more information, please click here.

Their next events are:

Repair Cafe from 9.30am to 12.30pm on Saturday 10th February 2024
at Lymington Library. 

Bring along your broken item and we will endeavour to repair it. 

Free entry. Refreshments available. Donations welcomed. Events throughout the year. 

For more information, please click here.

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WILDER from 10am to 1pm on Saturday 27th April 2024
in St Thomas Churchyard SO41 9ND (Indoors if wet.)

The event will explore practical ways to nurture and enjoy creation; including the plants, birds, animals and insects which live all around us. 

Find out more about bees, wildlife gardening, bats, butterflies, planting for nature, swifts, lichens, bird boxes, bug hotels and lots more…

Free Entry. Tea, coffee and cake for sale.

Hosted by St Thomas Church, a gold-awarded Eco Church and organised in collaboration with Transition Lymington.

To find out more, please click here.


Transition Lymington
Sarah, Emily and Grace, Organisers
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Do you know these ladies? - Update

You may recall that, towards the end of last year, the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society were trying to identify the Milford on Sea ladies in the photograph below.

The photo had been sent by the family of Marcia Baker. 

Well, the picture below show the ladies who have been recognised so far, and those still to identify.

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Marcia & her husband, Arthur lived on the corner of Barnes Lane and Manor Road; they came to Milford about 1980 and both passed away a short time before Covid.

The photograph above shows Marcia is in the middle of the back row and the picture was taken in the Milford on Sea Guide Hut. 
  • Do you recognises any of the other ladies?
  • Any idea why they are wearing and making hats?
  • Are they a part of a village organisation?
  • The date the photo was taken? (It is believed to be before 2014)
  • Anything else that comes to mind?

If you can throw any light on any of these questions, please contact Bob Braid of the Milford on Sea Historical Record Society at:

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About Milford on Sea Historical Record Society 

The Milford on Sea Historical Record Society was founded on the 25th January 1909 and is the oldest historical society in Hampshire.

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

The society has an excellent website with an extensive archive of nearly 10,000 records and historical pictures featuring our village history. 

MOSHRS is a registered charity run entirely by volunteers. 

To find out more; please click here.

Milford on Sea Historical Record Society
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Saturday 20 January 2024

Try the Junior Club Nights at Milford Tennis Club

Milford on Sea Tennis Club offer Junior Club Night for kids from 8 to 16 years old, and new faces and non-members are always welcome.

The Junior Club Nights take place on the Last Friday of Every Month as below:

MINI JUNIOR CLUB NIGHT: Ages 8 to 12 years old.

Last Friday of Every Month: 5pm to 6pm.

Hosted by Dan, offering an hour of fun tennis.

A FREE monthly session for all members,.

Non-Members are welcome at £3 per session.

To book, please contact Dan on:
headcoach@milfordtennisandsquash.net

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JUNIOR CLUB NIGHT: Aged 13 to 16 years old. (and those turning 13 this year).

Last Friday of Every Month: 7pm to 9pm.

Hosted by Caitlin, offering games of tennis, table tennis, squash/racketball and a tuck shop.

A FREE monthly session for all members, 

Non-Members are welcome at £5 per session.

To book, please contact Caitlin on:
coaching@milfordtennisandsquash.net

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If you have any questions about the Junior Club Nights or coaching sessions, please do not hesitate to contact:
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Job opportunities at South Lawn

South Lawn Hotel have created a couple of opportunities for people with hospitality experience to enhance their team.

If you are passionate about delivering high quality customer service and believe you have the skills required, then South Lawn would like to hear from you.

Please Email a recent copy of your CV to:
events@southlawnhotel.co.uk or call: 01590 643911.

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About South Lawn Hotel and Cedar Tree Restaurant 

South Lawn is a busy hotel in an enviable location with an excellent reputation for both the hotel and its restaurant, The Cedar Tree. This charming country hotel is set in five acres of landscaped grounds, close to Milford on Sea village and the coast. 

Since late 2015, the hotel has been owned & managed by Tim & Nikki Wedgwood.

In spring 2022, South Lawn construction of 24 new bedrooms in a new extension, taking the hotel to 51 en-suite bedrooms with the majority having views over the gardens and beyond. The venue also boasts a self-contained banqueting suite which seats up to 150 people and features private bar facilities. 

The Cedar Tree Restaurant, with views over the gardens, serves tasty breakfasts, great value lunches, as well as delicious afternoon cream teas, which can be served in the hotel gardens. In the evenings, traditional and international cuisine is served with a wide range of fine wines to complement your meal.The Terrace is ideal for exclusive and relaxed outdoor entertaining and for light lunches and leisurely afternoon teas.

In 2023, the hotel added; The Pavilion. This large space is 18m x 9m and can be used as one large private hire room or event space, it can also be divided into 3 smaller suites for use by as few as 20 people. Each side has bi-folds doors which open onto semi private terraces.

South Lawn is currently rated as 'Excellent' on TripAdvisor, and No.1 in the New Forest. In the Summer of 2023, TripAdvisor recognised the hotel as the 'No1 Best Value' of 2,955 places to stay in the UK.


South Lawn Hotel
Lymington Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0RF
01590 643911
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Join in Play Reading for fun

Out of a Hat impromptu play reading run by Milford Drama Club, is a fun evening where a play is read, picking the parts out of a hat to decide who reads which part!

The next Out of a Hat is on Wednesday 24th January 2024. Feel free to go along.

Out of a Hat takes place every other month on the 3rd Wednesday. 

Please check future dates on The Bridge website, as they may be subject to change.

Entrance is £5 per person and includes snacks. Pay on the Door.

To see what else is on at The Bridge: Please click here.

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

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

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Wednesday 17 January 2024

Volunteer at the Milford on Sea Music Festival

Plans are underway for the Milford on Sea Music Festival, and the organisers are currently looking for volunteers to help out with this awesome village event.

The Music Festival dates have not been announced yet, but they are expected to be released at the end of February 2024.

Milford on Sea Music Festival is a fabulous celebration, and the largest annual event held in the village. Last year was a magnificent success, and plans are to make this year just as good, it not better!

The Music Festival are now looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help out at this years event.

There are 30 volunteers place to fill, with lots of different roles to suit just about everybody, and in whatever time they have to spare.

Everyone is welcome to get in touch, the only thing needed is a positive attitude, and ideas would be welcomed too!

If you would like to have the great satisfaction in helping put together a very successful music festival then please get in touch with the organising team at info@milfordonseamusicfestival.co.uk

New Festival Crew Member

The organisers have announced that a very talented person has joined the Festival Crew. Mark has worked with Glastonbury, Boom Town, and many more. He now brings his extensive festival experience and skills to the Milford on Sea Music Festival.

About Fiona MacDuff

Fiona is a key organiser in Milford on Sea Music Festival Team, She is also responsible for the events design & marketing, and the main public contact during the event. 

Fiona applied her skills honed at her own Milford on Sea based company, Kifi Creative, to design the Milford on Sea Music Festival brand ID, logo, event graphics and marketing campaigns. 


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Extraordinary Makeover at Verveine

Verveine, Milford on Sea's exceptional fish restaurant, has undergone an extraordinary makeover during the past few weeks.

Chef/patron, David Wykes is known for creating and serving imaginative, exciting, and unusual dishes, and his redecoration carries this concept even further.

When you next visit, you will see a ceiling like no other, with actual chairs attached and sat in a grey swirling design. The walls have also been redecorated in green with a splattered effect, together with pieces from David's art collection.

It is always worth visiting Verveine for the exceptional food, which itself is art on a plate, and now there is the added benefit of extraordinary new surroundings each time you look up!


The interior changes were carried out by the obviously talented friends of David, Nick and Dillon.

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About Verveine

Verveine was opened in February 2010 by renowned chef/patron David Wykes. This exceptional fish restaurant offers high quality and relaxed dining in a cordial atmosphere, whilst serving imaginative, unusual and exciting modern dishes.

Dining at Verveine is quite simply, 'A dining experience'.

They take a slightly different approach to dining out, rather than selecting dishes they ask: How many courses would you like? - Is there anything you don't fancy eating? - and Do you have any allergies?

From there, they create a meal to include a mixture of Verveine favourites alongside new and seasonally inspired creations with the very best ingredients.

They offer great value 2 or 3 course lunches, a 6 course tasting lunch, through to exceptional evening tasting menus with 4, 6 or 8 courses. Gift vouchers are also available all year round.

On selected dates throughout the year, they also run The Supper Club, which consists of One Communal Table with an enticingly priced 4 course menu. This is a great way to meet people and enjoy a fun evening with delicious food! 
Chef/Patron David learnt his trade through working in world renowned restaurants in France and England.
Verveine holds a Five Star Exceptional Food Rating in the renowned Harden's Guide, and is placed in the Harden's Top 100 Restaurants in the Hardens Guide.

The restaurant has also gained recognition in The Times and Tatler Top 100 Restaurant List, holds 2 AA Rosettes, is recommended in the Michelin Guide and the Good Food Guide, and has a Tripadvisor Travellers Choice with 5 star average.

In 2018 David authored and launched The Verveine Cook Book.

David has also won awards for Best Service, Best Seasonal Menu, and Best Restaurant in Hampshire and he won Hampshire Chef of the Year two years in a row.


Verveine
98 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QE
01590 642176

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Tuesday 16 January 2024

Do you like playing Dominoes?

If you enjoy a game of dominoes, pop into Milford on Sea Community Library at 10.30am to 12noon on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Everyone is welcome to come along to this friendly group who play just for fun whilst enjoying a social chat. 

No charge, and the kettle is always on!

Why not pop in and join in?

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Milford on Sea Community Library is open five days a week, on Monday & Tuesday from 2pm to 4pm and on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 10am to 12noon. 

Their services also include a Jigsaw Library, which are loaned like books.

Milford on Sea Community Library offers a lot more than you may realise and they are always looking for ways to support the village community. To read more please click here.

Everyone is welcome to come into the library to relax in the space anytime that it is open and without charge. 

Call in and take a look.

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About Milford on Sea Community Library

To read the history of Milford on Sea Community Library please click here.


Milford Library Opening Times:
  • Monday & Tuesday: 2pm to 4pm
  • Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 10am to 12noon

Milford on Sea Community Library
Park Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QU
01590 644040
mosclibrary@gmail.com


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Monday 15 January 2024

L8R House Music Charity Night coming

L8R are holding a House Music Charity Night at The Bridge from 6.30pm on Saturday 24th February 2024.

DJ Keith Willsher, (formally known as Marco Polo), will be playing some of the most iconic house & trance records from the 1990's. 

The whole event is played with original vinyl records from the era. Expect a euphoric night of dancing and great house music!

During the 1990's Keith performed at some of London's top nightclubs, including having a residency at Peach in Camden Palace, Bagleys, and The Coliseum.

Tickets: £10 in advance. 

To buy tickets, please click here.

Doors open at 6.30pm, the Music starts 7pm. Bar open. Over 18's only.

20% of ticket sales go to support local charity Olivia Inspires charity. 


About Keith Willsher

As well as being a DJ, Keith is the compere at the Milford on Sea Music Festival. He is also a qualified marine electrician with his own company, Keef Marine. His company sources, services, and installs marine sounds systems, rewiring, navigation equipment, solar products, lights, cleaning and more for boats and motorhomes. 

Keef Marine
07384 787804

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

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

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20% Off Takeaways from Britannia Thai

Our excellent village Thai restaurant, Britannia Thai, have two special offers running at present. 

1. 20% Off all 'Click & Collect Takeaway Meals'. Available until Sunday 4th February 2024.

To see the menu and to place your order, please click here.

2. 15% Off Food when Dining In for Lunch or an Evening Meal*. 
   *Excludes Saturdays. Available until Sunday 4th February 2024. 
    Tables must be pre-booked.

Britannia Thai 'Click & Collect' Service.

Simply select which items you would like from the authentic Thai menu on their website, place your order and then collect to enjoy at home.

Table bookings can also be made on the website. Please click here.




About the Britannia Thai 

The Britannia Thai is a family run business that brings the authentic taste of Thailand to Milford on Sea. 

Highly experienced Thai Chefs have sourced traditional recipes, and ingredients from all over Thailand to serve the fresh flavours of authentic Thai food in contemporary surroundings.

All dishes are cooked fresh, and to order, for you to enjoy. 

The restaurant is very popular, walk-ins are welcome, but it is advised to book in advance on Friday & Weekend evenings to avoid disappointment.


Britannia Thai 
1 High Street, Milford on Sea, O41 0QF
01590 642226 

Opening Hours:
Lunch: Wednesday to Sunday: 12noon to 3pm
Evening: Tuesday to Sunday: 5.30pm to 10pm
(Closed Mondays)

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More Burns Night Celebrations in Milford on Sea

Four venues in the village have events running for Burns Night, take your pick!

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BURNS NIGHT SPECIALS at The  Smugglers Inn
Wednesday 24th January to Monday 29th January 2024

A tasty array of Burns Night Specials are being added to The Smugglers menu. Traditional dishes include haggis, cullen skink, Scotch pie, and more Scottish fare.

To avoid disappointment, please book now.

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

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BURNS NIGHT CELEBRATION at The Gun Inn 
Thursday 25th January 2024

The Gun Inn are having a Burns Nigh Celebration, please check with them for their evening menu.

The Gun Inn
Keyhaven Road, Keyhaven, SO41 0TP
01590 642391

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BURNS NIGHT CELEBRATION at The Bridge
Thursday 25th January 2024

Celebrate Burns Night whilst honouring the Scottish Poet Robert Burns. This event has been a longstanding tradition in Scotland since 1801.

The celebration includes all the classic elements such as poetry & addresses, traditional music & dancing and a delicious three-course supper. Live music from Murphy’s Lore

Dress to impress with a touch of tartan!

Tickets: £30. Please click here.

The Bridge Box Office 
Sea Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PH
01590 644861

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

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BURNS NIGHT at The Lighthouse
Friday 26th January 2024

Arrive for 7pm to traditional bagpipes, hear the reading of the Selkirk grace and enjoy three courses of traditional Scottish fayre, with a wee dram.

Tickets: £40. £10 deposit required.

The Lighthouse Seaside Bar & Dining
Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0PY
01590 718040


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Sunday 14 January 2024

Dog Walk with Milford Sausage Society

Milford Sausage Society has no connection to the great British banger..., it is actually a social group of dog owners and their short legged, long body, furry friends.

The Milford Sausage Society meet for a dog walk on the Second Friday of the Month at 2pm at the Beach House.

The afternoon is a social gathering of Dachshunds owners, which was founded and established by Anne Chapman in September 2021.

Each month the group meet for a walk along the Milford on Sea cliff top, followed by refreshments at the Beach House.

Currently there are eight members who join the walks intermittently, and then enjoy swapping sausage dog stories whilst having a coffee and dog treat at the Beach House.

New members and their four-legged friends are always welcome. So, if you have a Dachshund, just go along for a warm welcome.

Who knew Milford on Sea has quite such a number of sausage dog enthusiasts?!

You can also see all of the dates for Milford Sausage Society walks in: www.moswhatson.org.

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Potential Parking Charges in Saltgrass Lane, Keyhaven

Our local County Councillor, Fran Carpenter has posted some information about a consultation regarding parking in Saltgrass Lane/New Lane, Keyhaven.

"There will soon be a Hampshire County Council consultation published for residents to comment upon a daytime parking scheme and ‘no overnight parking’ proposal for Keyhaven. The proposals aim to address resident concerns about finding daytime parking spaces at Keyhaven and also the summer overnight parking of camper vans. Watch this space…"

The new parking restrictions appear to be being considered to stop overnight stays by dozens of campervans, and the mess left by some of those visitors. The issue is of course greater in the fine weather.

It is understandable that this issue need a resolution, but like with most things, there is the 'Law of unintended consequences'.

The free parking in Saltgrass Lane and New Lane, is close to Hurst Spit and the only place close to the beach where people in cars can park without payment.

If daytime parking charges are introduced, this will also affect locals and visitors to the beach, as well as people who enjoy water sports in the area. This would be a new cost that seems unfair, particularly for less well off people and families.

It is possible that any new restrictions could be introduced to only apply to overnight parking, which would seems fair. However, daytime parking charges would not be good news for many.

About our local County Councillor, Fran Carpenter

Fran is happy for residents to get in touch with her anytime on email or by phone. She is also happy to meet up in a cafe in Milford on Sea at an arranged mutually convenient time if anyone prefers a face to face chat over a coffee. 

If you have a County Council or Highways matter you would like to discuss with Fran, please just get in touch with her.

Fran was first elected to Hampshire County Council for the New Milton North, Milford on Sea and Hordle Division in 2017. To find out more please click here.


Cllr Fran Carpenter
Hampshire County Councillor for New Milton North, Milford & Hordle Division.


If you need to contact your New Forest District Councillors about a District Council matter, their contact email addresses are:

David Hawkins: david.hawkins@nfdc.gov.uk - 07860 158633
Alvin Reid: alvin.reid@nfdc.gov.uk - 07414 896006
Christine Ward: christine.ward@nfdc.gov.uk - 07706 091188

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