Date Change for Newcomers Supper

For any exhibitors, community groups, clubs or newcomers to the village looking forward to attending the annual ‘Newcomers Supper’ next year, please note that the date has changed to Saturday 13th October 2018.

This is an event so many people look forward to, and once again there will be a special evening for all involved next Autumn.

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About The ‘Newcomers Supper’

This special village event is held to welcome all newcomers to the village in All Saints Church Hall in Milford on Sea.

Anyone that was new to the village in 2017 is able to apply for an invitation, - and the event is entirely free.

This informal evening is great to meet other new people to the village & a selection of village people. (That's residents, not the old pop group!)

The Milford on Sea Newcomers Supper evening consists of two parts: 

Newcomers arrive at 6pm to visit the exhibition and wander around informally meeting representatives from the many clubs, associations & organisations in the village. They can tell you anything you want to know, and if you fancy getting involved you can.

At 7.15pm the exhibition is followed by a free sit down supper with the chance to meet new people & have a bit of fun.

Come & enjoy a free drink & supper meal, together with entertainment, lots of fun and laughter, and which ends with the Milford song!

Most years the event has over a hundred people attending, and it is a great way to meet new people, and to get a warm welcome to your new home. The village is full of friendly people and the ‘Newcomers Supper’ is a fast-track way of getting to know all about our village life.

The ‘Newcomers Supper’ is funded & hosted by all of the churches in the village & tirelessly organised by Ruth Bufton.

The event is by invitation only, so if you are new to the village this year and would like to come along (Adults only), all you need to do is to contact: Ruth Bufton on: ruth.bufton@btinternet.com or 01590 641875.

Help to Support Others

Sadly many people endure loneliness and bad days, and it is important to help if you can.

Mandy Preece
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Mandy Preece, soul midwife (holistic end of life companion) and volunteer ambassador for Macmillan Caring Locally, will be attending the Positive Living Group next Wednesday the 8th November to share her knowledge and offering a fresh look at how to listen and be supportive. She calls this Being Rock.

Being Rock is a simple concept of being able to support anyone when they are struggling or just having a bad day. And the great news is we can all do it! Mandy believes we just have to follow some simple ‘Rock rules’ to become better partners, parents, friends and work colleagues.

Humorous, inspiring and thought-provoking, Being Rock changes our perception of what it means to listen. 

Mandy will be sharing ways that can help us to be more compassionate and capable at helping others in their time of need. 

Please click here for more details.

Hurst on the Hill Pop Up

Hurst on the Hill in Milford on Sea village centre, held their first 'Pop Up Restaurant' on Saturday 28th October 2017.

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Accomplished village chef, Jesse Wells served a seven course tasting menu for 14 lucky dinners. Helping with the organisation and front of house was his partner, Mary-Kate who is also very experienced in the restaurant trade, and at other times she can also be found in The Cave with a cheery greeting for all customers.

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The evenings dishes used ingredients that the kitchen team foraged and shot themselves. (Including pigeon and duck.)

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Jesse has learnt his trade in a number of local restaurants, including Verveine and La Perle, he also worked with Simon Rogan at the 2 Michelin star L'Enclume restaurant in Cumbria.

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Hurst on the Hill will be holding their next 'Pop Up Restaurant', again with foraged ingredients, this coming Saturday Saturday 4th November 2017 - and Jesse is looking forward to many more exciting evening in Hurst on the Hill.

Hurst on the Hill

4 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH

01590 643837 

eat@hurstonthehill.co.uk

www.hurstonthehill.co.uk
Also on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@hurstonthehill)

Home Made Pies at The Wash House

The Wash House Bar in Milford on Sea high street is now offering La Perle's Home Made Pies to go with your Pint.

La Perle is one of the village's leading restaurants and have been providing burgers to Wash House customers for the past few months.

Just order at the bar and your meal will be brought to you freshly cooked and delivered from the La Perle kitchen.

You can choose from the following options – all served with Peas, Mash or Fries:

• Longhorn Steak, Field Mushroom, Dorset Blue Vinney, Vibrant Brewery Ale
• Ham Hock, Field Mushroom, Wholegrain Mustard, Orchard Pig Cider, Mint
• South Coast Fish Pie, Coastal Cheddar and Dill
• Butternut Squash, Tomato, Aubergine, Halloumi, Ginger and Sultana

And for just £9.95 it's a perfect accompaniment to your pint on these chilly Autumn days!

Home Made Soups and Sandwiches also available at Lunch Times from £4.95.

So there you have it, yet another top place to enjoy the delights of the great food available in Milford on Sea.

...and, if you want to know 'who ate all the pies' - it was me!

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The Wash House

27 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QF
www.thewashhousebar.co.uk

First Birthday for Milford Befrienders

The Milford Befrienders are now one year old, and are delighted to have made over a dozen successful matches.

Our village Befrienders provide a regular friendly visit to anyone who feels isolated or lonely in our community. 

Here are some comments from both the people benefiting and the Befrienders alike... 

"It is heart warming to hear about the difference Befriending has made to peoples lives." 

“We have a very close bond and never run out of things to talk about.” 

“We have lovely times together and I can tell her things and share problems, she always listens sympathetically and is a great help.” 

“I wasn’t sure at first as I am nervous of meeting new people, now I would not be without my new friend.” 

“Being a befriender is an enriching and rewarding experience for me. Chatting with my befriendee is always a pleasure.” 

“We went for a little walk and had a cup of tea. Another lovely time as a befriender.” 

“I feel really blessed to be able to do this, we both really look forward to our time together.” 

If you’d like someone to visit you or someone you know, or to join us as a Milford Befriender, please contact Steve Anderton on 01590 637088 or befrienders@steveanderton.com

Plan your night out at The Cave

There is plenty of time before Christmas, and The Cave have organised some special nights to get you away from deciding the delights of 'what to buy who, and who to buy what' for Christmas!

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The Cave

2 Church Hill, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QH

01590 642195

www.thecavemos.co.uk

Samaritans Purse Shoebox Appeal

Samaritans Purse Shoebox Appeal - Operation Christmas Child is one of the world's largest children's Christmas projects. 

They will be holding workshops at All Saints' Church Hall on Wednesday 1st November and 15th November 2017 between 2pm to 3.30pm to fill shoeboxes with goodies for children aged 2 to 14. 

Thr group has already had one successful workshop and they desperately need more donations of the following in order to fill the shoeboxes: Beanie hats, face cloths, toothpaste, bars of soap (no liquids allowed), small toys (especially something for the older boys), hairbrushes and hair bobbles for the girls. 

Please take any item you can donate to put in a shoe box to the All Saints' Church Office on Tuesday to Thursday mornings between 9am and 12 noon. Thanks!

 Any further details from Beverley on 01590 643427.

Community Centre Expansion Research Results

The Milford on Sea Community Centre Trustees are delighted with the community’s response to the recent survey regarding the best use for the proposed extension, and are grateful to the 321 people who completed the questionnaire.

Of the four proposed ideas for the new extension, over half considered “creating a relaxing and comfortable space” the most appealing. In addition over a third of respondents added their own thoughts on possible uses for the extension and suggestions for improvements to the current facilities – including the possibility of a swimming pool, which sadly the limited space would not permit! 

Almost all respondents had attended the Community Centre in the previous 6 months, and the most popular activities were Live Screenings (42%) and Milford Movies (41%). Also popular for around a third of respondents were Group Meetings (eg U3A, Seahorses, and Stroke Club), regular music evenings (Folk, Jazz and Blues nights), daytime classes, and popping in for coffee and using the internet facilities.

Trustee Chairman, Bob Bishop, said “We have had a great response and the Trustees will be giving careful consideration to the many ideas that have been suggested.”

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For further information contact:

Celia Jones – ccandjones@gmail.com, 01590 718723

Background

The Community Centre purchased the adjacent land in the summer of 2017 and decided to set up a short research project to assess the views of the community on the best use for the proposed extension.

The survey included questions on age, gender and locality of respondents together with details of their current involvement with, and usage of, the Community Centre and their thoughts on possible uses for the extension.

The survey was launched on 13th July, both online and a paper version, and closed on 8th September. Overall, 321 responses were received.

Curry is back in Milford!

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We are delighted to report that a beautiful leaflet has been circulating the village - a village curry house is opening!

The new Monsoori Heights is opening today (Thursday 19th October 2017) in the building previously occupied by Zaika Indian Restaurant.

If you can get hold of one of the flyers, you can get 10% off of the food between the 19th to 26th October 2017.

It will come as no surprise to find out that I will be visiting very soon, with a flyer in hand!

Monsoori Heights
69-71 High Street, Milford on Sea, SO41 0QG
01590 644441
www.monsooriheights.com

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