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Milford on Sea Food Week 2012

Susan — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:58:16 +0000

Top chefs from across the New Forest go head to head at this years popular food week in Milford on Sea.

The chefs will battle it out in the ‘Big Cook Off’ which offers them the chance to show off their culinary talents in which they will compete to cook and present the best courses.

Chefs’ from some of the most prestigious reputable restaurant establishments across the New Forest will be competing. These chefs from places such as The Chewton Glen, The Pig in Brockenhurst, Lime Wood and The Jetty will be pitted against top village chefs from Verveine Fishmarket Restaurant (‘Hampshire Restaurant of the Year’ and ‘Hampshire Chef of the Year’), La Perle, Westover Hall and The Marine.

The two BIG Cook Off shows will be compered by renowned New Forest chef, Alex Aitken. The complete list of events can be viewed on the website and Free Programmes detailing all of the events will be in the village shops from the beginning of April.

To find out more please visit: www.milfordonseafoodweek.org

New Forest Bike Ride 2012

Susan — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:03:40 +0000

The New Forest Bike Ride is a chance to cycle through the beautiful New Forest, starting at Burley Village. Choose from two routes both unique to this event.

The 12 mile family route or a more challenging 30 mile route both give you an opportunity to see the breathtaking scenery and wildlife that the New Forest offers.

We encourage adult participants to raise at least £50 sponsorship, the money raised will go towards the local Marie Curie Nursing Service which provides high quality end of life care, totally free, to people with terminal cancer and other illnesses in their own homes.

Cyclists must be 10 years of age to take part and 16 years of age to take part in the 30 mile route. Cycles can be hired at a discounted rate in the Village and overnight camping is available next to the start point

Date:

Sunday 24th June 2012

Time:

11:00hrs

Registration fee:

£10 Adult (Minimum Sponsorship £50)
£8 Child

Venue Address:

Burley Village
Dan Tanners Field (opposite the Queens Head Pub)
Burley
Ringwood
BH24 4AB

Register:

Online at www.mariecurie.org.uk or by registration form.

Contact:

E-Mail: events@mariecurie.org.uk
Post: The events team
Marie Curie Cancer Care
PO BOX 23897
14 Links Place
Edinburgh
EH6 9AB
Telephone: 08700 340 040

Website:www.mariecurie.org.uk/events

Antique and Collectors Fair in Burley

Susan — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 12:50:51 +0000

Burley Village Hall is holding an Antiques and Collectors Fair.

Come along and enjoy the day with refreshments available.

Date:

18th December 2011

Time:

10:00am to 4:00pm

Location:

Burley Village Hall
Pound Lane
Burley
BH24 4EB

Entry Cost:

50p per person

Lyndhurst New Forest Book Fair

Susan — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 09:32:45 +0000

The New Forest Book Fair returns after its two month Summer break on Saturday 24th September – quite a lot of local interest this month, but as always something for all booklovers!

This month’s Hampshire’s largest book fair (and with something for everyone!), the New Forest Book Fair at Lyndhurst Community Centre, Saturday 24th September has New Forest authors Georgina Babey and Peter Roberts chatting to the public and signing the revised and updated “Lyndhurst: A Brief History and Guide”.

As always there will be much of regional interest, including maps and prints, and something for every booklover including those whose interests extend beyond the area.

We have something for everyone, from £1.00 paperbacks to special interest and antiquarian collectables.

Free antiquarian map and book valuations on the day. AND, we would like to hear from Hampshire residents who were young music lovers in the 1960s and attended one of the region’s first discotheques, “The Adam and Eve” in Southampton.

The Community Centre is on the main Lyndhurst car park, on area bus routes, free admission from 10am-4pm. Further information from 023 80781927 (no late evening calls please)

If you wish to download and print a flyer for the event please click on the attachment below:

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Britain at War through the Ages

Susan — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:00:36 +0000

The Hamptworth Estate presents Britain at War through the Ages

For two days, the magnificent parkland of the Hamptworth estate will play host to over 300 Living History performers, as they enthusiastically re-enact over 1,000 years of British history from the 9th Century Vikings to 20th Century WW2.

Come and enjoy living history encampments, drill demonstrations, period cooking, weapon displays with a battle finale and much, much more.

Wander through the camps and have a fun packed day exploring the past 1,000 years of history with this “hands-on” approach, interactive displays and demonstrations throughout the weekend.

Come and browse in the Historical market, or test your archery skills on the original archery lawn.
Explore the sights, sounds and smells of bygone eras.

Dark Age – 9th century
Medieval Age – 14th – 15th century
Tudor age – 16th century
Stuart age – 17th century
Georgian age – 18th century
Napoleonic Wars – 19th Century
World at War – 20th century

An educational and great fun day out for all the family with food and drink in plentiful supply

Date:

Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th September 2011

Entry Cost:

£8.00 adults
£6.00 concessions
Family tickets available
Under 5’s free

Contact:

Visit www.hamptworthestate.co.uk or call on -01794 390700

Sept & Oct Events with New Forest Activities

Susan — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:37:04 +0000

Fungi Forays – 2-3 hours guided walk with our experts to hunt for mushrooms and learn about the different styles and their uses.

Available Dates:

18th September
25th September
1st October
9th October
15th October
23rd October
29th October

Contact:

Call 01590 612377 or visit www.newforestactivities.co.uk/Activities/GuidedWalks.aspx

Halloween October Half Term

Events include:

24th – 30th October: Battlefield LIVE – Battle of the Dead! – Calling all Zombies, Ghosts and Ghouls! Battlefield LIVE is commencing it’s Battle of the Dead! Join us in your worse dress for the ultimate spook-tastic games! October half term Monday-Sunday 13.00-15.00. Suitable for 8 years+.

29th & 30th October: Battlefield LIVE – Night of the Living Dead *Adults Only* – “you may not enjoy living together, but dying together isn’t going to solve anything” Night of the Living Dead…will you survive? *Adults Only Battlefield LIVE* 29th & 30th October 16.00-18.00.

24th – 28th October: Spooky Halloween River Tour – Come join us if you dare throughout half term week, Monday-Friday 18.00-20.00 to see what lurks in and around the Beaulieu River by night. Suitable for all those brave enough…

29th & 30th October: Spooky Halloween River Tour *Adults Only* – The Spooky Halloween River Tour takes a twist and it venture deeper into the darkness of the Beaulieu River. 29th & 30th October 18.00-20.00. Suitable for adults only…

Visit www.newforestactivities.co.uk/Halloween.aspx for further details.

Ellingham & Ringwood Show 2011

Susan — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 12:03:26 +0000

The Ellingham & Ringwood Agricultural Society Annual Show 2011 is to be held on Saturday 13th August.
Set in the wonderful grounds of the Somerley Estate. A fun, family day out not far from Ringwood.

Events:

Livestock classes
Heavy horse classes
Dog show
Improved light horse classes
Donkey show classes
Scarecrow & Fancy dress competitions
Vintage farm machinery
Horticultural section: vegetables, flowers, wine, domestic produce, photography, handicraft, Fruit, ceramics & art classes, children’s competitions.

Location:

The Ellingham Show
Somerley Park
Ellingham
Ringwood
Hampshire

Timings:

Starts at 9:00am

Admission cost:

Adults £9
Concessions £6
Children are free
Parking is free

Contact:

Show secretary Mrs Linda Turner
Tel: 01425 472090
Email: linda@ellinghamshow.co.uk

Burley Village Show 2011

Susan — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:30:47 +0000

The 2011 Burley Show will be held on Saturday 6th August in Burley Park in the village of Burley.

This years show will include flower and vegetable growing competitions, horse-riding and pony events and shows, a fun dog show, falconry displays, cake baking competitions, and lots, lots more.

Events:

Fun dog show
Childrens attractions
Plant stall
Display of falconry
Fruit, vegetable & flower arranging competitions
Cake competitions

Location:

Manor Park
Burley
Hampshire

Timings:

Starts at 1:00pm
Challenge cups & prizes presented at 4:00pm
Raffle drawn at 4:30pm
Collect prize money between 4:30 & 5:30pm

Cost:

Admission £
Children under 12 free

Behind the Queens Head pub in front of the Burley Manor Hotel.

New Forest Show 2011

Susan — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 12:47:19 +0000

The New Forest & Hampshire County Show is held every year in July at New Park in Brockenhurst. The show attracts almost 100,000 visitors and is filled with country produce, livestock, food and competitions. This years show was held on 24th, 25th & 26th July and provides free car parking.
Please visit our pictures of the New Forest Show.

New Forest Rattler 2011

Susan — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 19:03:48 +0000

The New Forest Rattler cyclosportive is now entering its third year. With less than one month to go, the event is fast approaching full capacity. If you haven’t already signed up, now is the time. You can choose between a 47 mile jaunt around the New Forest or for the brave, the epic 79 mile ride. 15% of the profit made from this event will go to The Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

Date: Sunday 21st August 2011

Address: Moyles Court School Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 3NF.

Registration: 7:00am

Setoff: from 8:30am

Cost £21.00 to include hot drinks, parking, 2 feed stations en-route, BBQ burger or hot dog afterwards with a hot drink and a certificate. A percentage of registration fees will go towards The Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

For further information and registration details please visit
New Forest Rattler