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Facts - Riddle 1
The oldest building in the village is All Saints’ Church.Thought to have been built of timber in the 1080s then replaced with stone work at a later date.There is evidence of Norman architecture here still today.In the thirteenth century the church was greatly extended, adding a north facade, chapels, tower and chancel.In the late 1920s, eight bells were hung called, Faith, Hope, Joy, Liberty, Love, Patience, Peace and Victory. There are some famous figures buried here including three admirals. One of England’s superior Commanders, Admiral Sir William Cornwallis (1744 – 1819) a Royal Navy Officer, and admiral to Nelson, led the Channel Fleet, blockading the French Fleet at Brest against Napoleon. Cornwallis of Newlands Manor, is a key figure in shaping Milford. There are also two other notable admirals, West and Peyton. These historical figures have a plaque in All Saints church yard, which you will find by the west facing door.
The oldest building in the village is All Saints’ Church.Thought to have been built of timber in the 1080s then replaced with stone work at a later date.There is evidence of Norman architecture here still today.In the thirteenth century the church was greatly extended, adding a north facade, chapels, tower and chancel.In the late 1920s, eight bells were hung called, Faith, Hope, Joy, Liberty, Love, Patience, Peace and Victory. There are some famous figures buried here including three admirals. One of England’s superior Commanders, Admiral Sir William Cornwallis (1744 – 1819) a Royal Navy Officer, and admiral to Nelson, led the Channel Fleet, blockading the French Fleet at Brest against Napoleon. Cornwallis of Newlands Manor, is a key figure in shaping Milford. There are also two other notable admirals, West and Peyton. These historical figures have a plaque in All Saints church yard, which you will find by the west facing door.
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Facts - Riddle 2
Milford-On-Sea, started as a Saxon settlement. There is a record of Milford in the Domesday Book (1086). The village was once part of the Christchurch Priory Estate. The manors of Montagu, Barnes and Baddesley all formed part of its estate. You may see roads with these names, for example Barns Lane. Until the 1800s the area was inland, however, over the years the village grew and the land eroded so now we have a coastal village. Back in the 18th century the village green was the site of the reputed Battle of Milford Green between the Militia and the smugglers (1786). This area is ancient common land that has not changed over the many years. A commemorative double lamp was erected in 1911 to celebrate the King’s Coronation of King George V and Queen Mary. However, the original gas lamp was struck down by a lorry and replaced with a replica in later years. Look out for the interesting features and buildings in the village, see how many you can spot, like the old Smithy. The Mill, Vicarage and Manor still remain.
Milford-On-Sea, started as a Saxon settlement. There is a record of Milford in the Domesday Book (1086). The village was once part of the Christchurch Priory Estate. The manors of Montagu, Barnes and Baddesley all formed part of its estate. You may see roads with these names, for example Barns Lane. Until the 1800s the area was inland, however, over the years the village grew and the land eroded so now we have a coastal village. Back in the 18th century the village green was the site of the reputed Battle of Milford Green between the Militia and the smugglers (1786). This area is ancient common land that has not changed over the many years. A commemorative double lamp was erected in 1911 to celebrate the King’s Coronation of King George V and Queen Mary. However, the original gas lamp was struck down by a lorry and replaced with a replica in later years. Look out for the interesting features and buildings in the village, see how many you can spot, like the old Smithy. The Mill, Vicarage and Manor still remain.
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Facts - Riddle 3
Milford on Sea does not have a war memorial because at the time the people of the village decided they would like a hospital built in honour of the dead instead of a monument. So here today we have the building and on the outside wall by the main door is a plaque to remember the service men who fought and died in WW1. World War One (1914-1918). 267 men from the village went to fight in this war and returned. 37 men died and never returned.
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Facts - Riddle 4The hard chalk rocks have formed naturally over the years since 5,000BC. There used to be 4 of them. The missing one collapsed in the mid-1700s during a storm and was shaped like a needle - that’s where the name ‘Needles’ came from. It was the tallest rock, however, the other three have remained in place.There have been many shipwrecks around the treacherous waters off the Isle of Wight, including the 1588 Spanish Armada shipwreck. Led by Francis Drake and Lord Howard, out of Portsmouth against the Duke of Edina Sidonia, out of Spain where a clash ensued. Bad weather pushed the Spanish northwards where they encountered the English fleet just south of the Isle of Wight and a battle commenced. The Needles 31metre high, circular, granite lighthouse, built in 1859 by Trinity House sitting on the western side of the Isle of Wight can be seen from roughly 17 nautical miles away. It has 2 white, 2 red and 1 green glass section each marking the separate routes through the Channel. The foghorn sounds every 30 seconds. There have been no keepers in the lighthouse since 1994 when it became powered by electricity from the Needles Battery which is a building on the IOW. A helipad is used as access to the lighthouse in emergencies now.
Facts - Riddle 5
Sturt Pond. The Salt Marshes and mudflats stretch all along here and when the tide is out you can see an array of birds feeding on the crustaceans and molluscs as you walk along the path. When the tide comes in, this area floods the road. Migrating birds are the Wheatear, Tern, Swallow, Cormorant, Oystercatcher and Redshank. During the winter you can see the Black-tailed Godwit, Grey Plover, Dunlin and Brent geese nesting in the marsh. Reed beds have developed on the reserve where the water is not too saline and the Reed Warbler and Reed Bunting can be seen nesting here. These are the Solent Waters. The Spit is a natural formation but needs to be maintained with shingle deposits to keep it stable. The Spit is important to stop the waves from disturbing the saltmarshes behind it.
Sturt Pond. The Salt Marshes and mudflats stretch all along here and when the tide is out you can see an array of birds feeding on the crustaceans and molluscs as you walk along the path. When the tide comes in, this area floods the road. Migrating birds are the Wheatear, Tern, Swallow, Cormorant, Oystercatcher and Redshank. During the winter you can see the Black-tailed Godwit, Grey Plover, Dunlin and Brent geese nesting in the marsh. Reed beds have developed on the reserve where the water is not too saline and the Reed Warbler and Reed Bunting can be seen nesting here. These are the Solent Waters. The Spit is a natural formation but needs to be maintained with shingle deposits to keep it stable. The Spit is important to stop the waves from disturbing the saltmarshes behind it.
Facts - Riddle 6There have been many attempts to stop erosion at Milford on Sea beach. One noticeable feature of great value and interest is Hurst Spit. This shingle bank is repeatedly being breached by storms and has, therefore, been continually reinforced. Milford on Sea beach is always changing, as are all beaches, due to strong currents and the longshore drift effect on its coastline. Constant coastal defence measures are always taking place here, which explains the huge boulders that are placed along the water’s edge to try and stop the erosion.Overlooking Sturt Pond. The SSSI reserve covers 11 hectares and is made of reed beds, saltmarsh and scrub. Part of it is a Saline Lagoon. You can see many different bird species here in summer and winter. Look at the board for all the information of the variety of birds that come and go. The Pond is tidal as well as freshwater flowing in from the Danes Stream. You can walk the length of the pond to the village but word of warning – the path floods at high spring tide. Walk over the wooden bridge to get to Saltgrass Lane. Here there is a regular sighting of swans swimming on the Solent Waters. This is also an excellent place to go crabbing (please use nets and not hooks because of the swans).