Page 8 • The HERALD • 11th December 2025 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES v Services: Oak Framing, Summer Houses, Porches, Car Ports Call us today for a Free No Obligation Quote 023 8198 0182 Opening Hours Monday-Friday 9.30am to 4pm Hello@newforestoak.co.uk www.newforestoak.co.uk Decking, Pitched Roofs, Sleeper Walls, Garages, Fencing, Furniture, Gates, Mantels, Stables and more…… M.D.S. DIGITAL INSTALLS/SERVICE • DIGITAL AERIALS/FREEVIEW • SKY DIGITAL/FREESAT DIGITAL • EXTRA TELEVISION POINTS • TELEPHONE LINES/POINTS • TELEVISION SYSTEMS SETUP/TUNED • WALL MOUNTED TV’S QUALIFIED, FAST FRIENDLY SERVICE FREE SURVEYS/QUOTES BEAULIEU: 01590 611011 MOBILE: 07717 194441 The Waterside Foodbank Thanks Royal British Legion for Vital Support During Refurbishment Foodbank the use of its building free of charge, allowing the foodbank to store stock and continue operations without interruption. Staff described the temporary venue as warm, welcoming, and a pleasure to work from. On 11th November, at 11am, Foodbank representatives joined the Royal British Legion parade to show their support. Later in the day, they returned to present a small token of appreciation for the Legion’s hospitality and outstanding support. e Foodbank has now moved back into its refurbished premises and will operate from there throughout the busy Christmas season. Due to high demand at this time of year, every inch of space will be needed. A grand reopening event is planned for January, when the Foodbank will o cially launch as a community hub and warm space. From January, visitors will be able to access professional advice from partner organisations, enjoy hot drinks, chat with a friendly face and nd a welcoming place to visit. Christmas remains one of the busiest periods for the Foodbank. Last December, more than 220 food parcels were provided to local households, and a similar demand is expected again this year. Anyone wishing to donate is encouraged to check the Foodbank’s “most wanted items”: Cereals Rice and pasta Savoury and sweet snacks Tinned fruit Coffee Tinned meat Tinned vegetables Tinned spaghetti Soup Juice/squash UHT milk Tinned Fish Instant mash Toiletries Laundry and cleaning products Donations can be made to the Waterside Foodbank in Black eld during opening hours or to the donation points in local supermarkets. e Waterside Foodbank has expressed its heartfelt thanks to the Royal British Legion for the generous support provided over recent months. As many will know, the Foodbank temporarily relocated earlier this year while its original premises underwent refurbishment. During this period, the Royal British Legion o ered the The Royal British Legion and The Waterside Foodbank came together for Remembrance Day Lions Helping Local Young Carers Romsey & Waterside Lions have presented a cheque for £500 to Romsey Young Carers. e charity is currently helping around 150 young carers. e group covers not only Romsey but also North Baddesley, Rownhams, Nursling and the villages and rural areas surrounding Romsey. Lion Treasurer Sandra Trowbridge handing the £500 cheque to Chris Hall from Romsey Young Carers
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