New Milton Advertiser 4th Dec 2020

Friday 4th December 2020 · 19

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Every Xmas Lights display brings new challenges, and this year was no exception. Given the rather strange year it has been for everyone, we felt having festive lights was more important than ever. Whilst we had hoped for some additions in Ashley, these unfortunately were not supported as it has been a particularly difficult trading year, with organisations having to cancel fundraising events. We had to seek a new installation contractor in October which was unfortunate, owing to further licence restrictions, but we managed to secure a one-year contract with specialist company Sparkx who have completed the majority of works. They had limited capacity, but thankfully were able to install our display before the end of November after Lymington. Our desire to support local business saw us retain the services of A-Tech whose new connection works did not compromise the licence. We thank both companies for working closely together and making the display happen, acknowledging A-Tech’s willingness to assist the Sparkx team with a few technical questions! Given the extraordinary year it has been for everyone, we were very happy indeed to receive new support from Kimbers Carpets who have sponsored lights in the tree nearest their town centre shop, plus Shamrock Care Services and Raise the Roots have sponsored a new cut tree installation near the Barton Obelisk which we hope will bring some cheer to the cliff top. - New Milton Town Council

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Photos: Becky Bryant

The bustling town centre, which boosts an enticing selection of boutique inde- pendent businesses and na- tional chain stores, has long been known for its retail ap- peal. With wide pavements, a choice of card and gifts shops and large grassy recreation grounds to enjoy a stroll, New Milton is a delightful place to spend a few hours browsing around the shops. Home to street side cafes, colourful florists, funky retro stores, dazzling jewellers and even one of the country’s old- est department stores, the town is also the perfect des- tination for those looking for something a little bit special and unique. Every Wednesday the bus- tling weekly market arrives in town with a range of stalls selling everyday essentials, gifts, household good, pet foods, toys and men’s and women’s clothes.

It has been a di cult year

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for all of us, but for New Milton

businesses Christmas

has well and truly come to

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town with a spectacular display of festive illuminations and a wonderful collection of Christmas trees large and small.

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Dont Forget... to pick up your copy of next week's Advertiser & Times for our second festive Christmas in New Milton feature To advertise your business in this special feature please contact Carol on 07734 384687 or via carol.shears@adt.press