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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
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Charity walk raises more than £168,000 for end-of-life care
A charity walk has raised more than £168,000 for end-of-life care. The Oakhaven Walk took place last month, with 665 participants walking to Oakhaven Hospice in Lymington from Sandbanks, Mudeford, and Barton on Sea. The event raised £168,700 for the hospice, which provides palliative and end-of-life care and support to families throughout the New Forest, Totton, and Waterside communities. Jill West, Oakhaven's community and events fundraising manager, said: "Support for this year's Oakhaven Walk has been phenomenal. 14-mile Oakhaven Walk participants before the start in Mudeford (Image: Oakhaven Hospice) "On behalf of everyone at Oakhaven, I would like to say a huge thank you to all the walkers and everyone who supported our fundraising walk. "You joined together to make every moment matter for your local hospice and have raised a record-breaking amount in sponsorship." Matt Dukes, managing director at Pennyfarthing Homes, was one of those walking to raise money for Oakhaven Hospice. He said: "Pennyfarthing Homes is delighted to be able to sponsor such a worthy local cause, providing Oakhaven Hospice with much-needed funds to help run the hugely important Oakhaven Walk. Oakhaven Walkers on coastal paths near Barton on Sea (Image: Oakhaven Hospice) "As a family business that has built homes here for over 40 years, our connections with the local community run deep in this beautiful part of England, including with the Oakhaven Hospice. "All of us at Pennyfarthing take immense pride in knowing that we are making a difference to this invaluable charity and the people it supports. "The Oakhaven Hospice doesn't just provide end-of-life care, it offers crucial support to the whole family, friends and loved ones – helping to ease the pain during one of life's most difficult times." For more than 30 years, Oakhaven Hospice has provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and their loved ones, both in the hospice and in patients' homes. The charity supports a community of more than 150,000 people across the New Forest, Totton, and Waterside. Demand is growing for Oakhaven's vital services; currently, at any time, around 450 patients plus their families receive support in the hospice and/or in their homes from the Oakhaven teams, free of charge.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
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'Vibrant' New Forest town ranked among Britain's most expensive coastal spots
A New Forest town has been ranked among the most expensive British coastal spots for 2025, according to a new report. Lymington was found to be the fifth most expensive seaside spot with an average house price of £608,253 over the last year. It was only beaten out by Sandbanks, Salcombe, Padstow and Aldeburgh. This was revealed as part of the Lloyds Coastal Homes Review, which tracks house price movements in 197 coastal locations in Great Britain. The review is based on house price data from the Land Registry and Registers of Scotland. Amanda Bryden, Head of Mortgages, Lloyds, said: 'Coastal living continues to hold a special appeal – whether it's the lure of sea views, sandy beaches, or a slower pace of life. "Our latest research shows the most exclusive seaside spots - like Sandbanks – still command premium prices. 'In some of the UK's most desirable coastal towns, average prices have dipped slightly over the past year. "But, over the longer term, values remain significantly higher – especially in the South West, where demand from lifestyle movers continues to shape the market." Lymington as a whole is a well-regarded New Forest spot, which is perfect for a day out. According to the New Forest website, it is a "colourful and vibrant town" with "an ancient seaport with a rich maritime history". Its high street is packed with a horde of independent and local retailers, as well as designer boutiques. Other features include the St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery, which takes visitors through the history of the town. Additionally, the open-air Lymington Sea Water Baths can provide a fun day out paddleboarding and trying the inflatable obstacle course. Recently, it was also named as one of the UK's prettiest seaside getaways, according to Time Out. It was highlighted as a "Georgian sailing town with proper salty pubs" among other features. Recommended reading: New Forest high street with 'grand architecture' named among best in the UK The Hampshire harbour which is one of the 'cutest' in the UK Hampshire lido which is among oldest in the country named among best to visit The publication wrote: "Lymington's a refined seaside town with postcard-perfect high streets – but the boat-filled harbour is the main attraction. "Get out on the water with one of the town's sailing experiences, join a chartered fishing excursion or just watch the world go by with a pint from one of the wonky-fronted old pubs." The publication also recommends trying out the Lymington Seafood Festival which takes place in August, where "jazz and blues meet fresh seafood cooked up by top chefs".
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Automotive
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Globally recognised yacht equipment firm celebrating a decade of success
It's a globally recognised yacht instruments company which has supplied a Vendée Globe winner and some of the world's most renowned superyachts, new builds and race boats. A + T Instruments, based in Lymington, is marking a decade of success, plus a 30 per cent increase in sales in the last year, with a number of special events. There were celebrations at Palma Boat Show earlier this month with plans for more at METS trade show in Amsterdam and on the motor yacht Rum jungle in Lymington. (Image: A + T Instruments)READ MORE: The gem of a family butchers and farm shop named the best in the South East The firm was founded in 2015 by yacht electronics expert and design engineer Richard Tinley and Cambridge mathematician, oceanographer and race navigator Hugh Agnew, with the mission of producing the best yacht instruments ever made. A+T's range is now used by top race boats including Vendée Globe winner MACIF and other entrants, as well as hundreds of superyachts, big new build yachts and elite race boats worldwide. All A+T equipment, from carbon fibre wind sensors to the brightest and toughest displays on the market, is designed, manufactured and rigorously tested in Lymington and backed up with 24/7 customer support. (Image: A + T Instruments) Richard Tinley said: 'With a wealth of experience over the years in service, design and installation of all makes and types of instrument systems, I was keen to use this knowledge to make my mark in yacht instrumentation. After all, I had seen hundreds of examples of how it shouldn't be done! "Working with Hugh and other experts who use racing instruments for their livelihood, we designed from the ground up, putting in only the best bits. After ten years with the most demanding use on boats across the globe, we are extremely proud that our instruments have proven to stand the test of time." Hugh Agnew added: "It's been a fantastic decade where we've set out to do what we knew we could to fill that gap in the market for exceptional high-end products and customer service. "All of us at A+T are sailors so we understand that shipping parts quickly and technical support is critical to helping a yacht be able to compete in the toughest yacht races going." (Image: A + T Instruments)
BBC News
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
Motorhomes curbed at Keyhaven amid seafront 'campsite' concern
Motor homes and camper vans will be banned from staying overnight at a Hampshire beauty spot amid complaints about the "lovely area looking like a campsite".New parking fees will be introduced at Keyhaven, near Lymington, and motorhomes will be unable to stay after 20: County Council has approved an order to introduce pay-and-display parking in New Lane and Saltgrass will be £1 an hour, with a maximum stay for the entire day, and will apply from Monday to Sunday, 10:00 to 18:00. Residents had raised concerns through councillors and parking services about motorhomes and campervans staying overnight on the seafront and nearby. County councillor for Keyhaven and Milford on Sea, Fran Carpenter, said: "I visited a few days ago. There was visible litter in the salt marsh. "Campervans, some bigger than buses, were parked as far as the eye could see. She said she spotted a van selling souvenirs, adding that a car delivering pizzas had blocked the road. She said the parish council had sent one photo showing a sofa next to a van, taking up four parking spaces."I'm afraid this lovely area is often treated, and looks like a campsite," she said. Cabinet member for highways Lulu Bowerman said: "There are no public facilities overnight for parking, and campers use the local land."I think the scheme would bring order to this particularly beautiful part of Hampshire."It is expected the new rules will come into force in August or September.A similar traffic order at Marine Drive, Barton on Sea, is also being considered. You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
