The New Milton Advertiser and Lymington Times

The New Milton Advertiser & Lymington Times are well-established weekly newspapers that have been serving the local community since 1928. These paid broadsheets are deeply rooted in the area and are known for providing reliable quality news and information. Together, they have a circulation of over 14,000 copies and cover the New Forest and its nearby regions.

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Large flytip at Burbush car park, off Pound Lane, between Burley and Bransgore

6 days ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Lyndon Hogg

Names and addresses were found in a large flytip dumped in a New Forest car park near Burley this morning (Friday). A handful of residents rallied round to help clear the dumping at Burbush car park, off Pound Lane, after a photo was shared on social media. One said it was important to make sure loose items did not blow across the Forest. “It’s disgusting and it smells so the ponies will be interested. We’ve got to do something,” she added.
Beacon lighting at Royal British Legion Club and parade to mark VE Day 80 in Lymington

6 days ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Dan Goater

LYMINGTON residents can pay their respects to Second World War heroes at a beacon lighting ceremony and town parade to mark VE Day 80. On Thursday 8th May, a special VE Day flag will be raised above the Royal British Legion Club in the High Street before a gathering at the town’s war memorial at 11am. Later that day, a beacon will be lit in the club’s garden at 8pm.
Totton man Wayne Bambrough banned from roads over driving offences

6 days ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Dan Goater

A TOTTON man was banned from the roads for two-and-a-half years after admitting driving offences. Wayne Bambrough (45), of Shelley Road, pleaded guilty to driving a Vauxhall Astra while disqualified and without insurance in Shelley Road on 4th September last year. He also pleaded guilty to failing to surrender to Southampton Magistrates’ Court custody after being released on bail by the police following his offending.
Scouts from the 1st Barton Beaver Scouts donate food and Easter eggs to New Forest Basics Bank

6 days ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Antonella Lazzeri

Youngsters from the 1st Barton Beaver Scouts have been donating food and Easter eggs for the homeless and other people in need. As part of their community impact badge the Beavers learnt about those “less fortunate than themselves”. They then went with their parents to buy food and Easter treats for people living on the streets, or struggling to cope with the cost-of-living crisis.
Community orchard planted at Thorney Hill recreation ground

6 days ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Antonella Lazzeri

A community orchard which will provide villagers with fruit has been planted in the grounds of Thorney Hill community hall. Led by Lord Willie Manners, a group of volunteers gathered to put the 27 fruit trees into the ground. He said: “It is a fabulous idea. It is for everyone to enjoy. People can come here and just enjoy the beauty of the trees, but they will also be encouraged to pick the fruit to take home to use.”The project was undertaken with funding from the Hampshire Forest Partnership.
‘Syd’s Ducks’ set up in memory of New Forest teenager Sydney-Jade Harris sees people taking the rubber toys around the world

6 days ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Antonella Lazzeri

A heartbroken mum who set up a unique travelling rubber ducks tribute to her teenage daughter after her death has seen them reach cross the globe. Sam Legg, from the New Forest, launched ‘15 Ducks for Sydney’ following the death of the 15-year-old on 31st October 2023 which was her mum’s birthday. An inquest this week in Winchester heard that Sydney – known as Syd – drowned at her home after suffering a suspected epileptic seizure. Following the tragedy Sam spoke to her daughter’s best friend.
Colten Developments seeks NFDC permission to redevelop former Jewson site on at Gosport Street in Lymington

1 week ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Dan Goater

A PROMINENT former builders’ merchant in Lymington could be turned in 16 homes. NFDC is being asked to approve proposals to build nine houses and seven flats at the former Jewson site at 42-52 Gosport Street. Colten Developments’ application includes plans to change access the site, parking and landscaping after the demolition of the buildings. In a planning statement, the applicant said: “Jewson were the occupiers of the site up until it closed for trade circa July 2023.
Friends of New Milton Station put No.1 New Milton project back on track with £40k fundraising campaign

1 week ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Chris March

THERE’S fresh hope in the long-running saga to restore New Milton’s first building. Plans to bring the town’s disused station master’s house into community use have repeatedly hit the buffers since former town mayor the late Keith Craze spearheaded a project to convert the site into a heritage centre in 2018. But today (Friday) the Friends of New Milton Station (FNMS) officially launched its campaign for No.1 New Milton, with hopes to raise £40,000 in seed funding.
New Milton man Thomas Prior handed suspended jail term for importing herbal cannabis into the country after police intercepted it at East Midlands Airport

1 week ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Chris March

A New Milton man has been sentenced after trying to import drugs into the country. Thomas Prior (35), of Pennywell Gardens, pleaded guilty to importing a class B drug when he appeared at Southampton Crown Court. Officers intercepted 4.7kg of herbal cannabis – due to be delivered to his home – at East Midlands Airport in October 2022, the hearing was told. Prior was also sentenced for possessing a class B drug with intent to supply.
Former Lymington man Lawrence Walters aims to be fastest to ride around Australia on fixed-gear bike, raising money for RNLI

1 week ago | advertiserandtimes.co.uk | Antonella Lazzeri

A FORMER Lymington man is aiming to be the fastest solo person to ride around the whole of Australia on a fixed gear bike to raise money for the RNLI.. Lawrence Walters is hoping to break the record for an unsupported circumnavigation of the country – known as the ‘hot lap’. He set off for Perth as a participant in the Indian Pacific Wheel Race to Sidney on his track bike.