v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v 2nd April 2026 • The HERALD • Page 5 MPL Roofing & Guttering Services • Fascias, Guttering, Soffits, Cladding and much more PVCu work • All roof repairs, gutters, flat roofs, chimney repairs • Moss removal 15% Discount for OAP’s Established 30 years 07920 122984 023 8087 9135 mplroofing@hotmail.com DECORATOR INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING General Small Maintenance Works Reliable, Prompt with a High Standard of Work Fully Insured • Free Estimates NICK CROUCHER 07395 042193 Warren Dickens - Officially the Country’s Best Ice Cream Man e UK and Ireland’s nest ice cream makers were celebrated at the 2026 Golden Scoop Awards on 6th March. Hosted by the Ice Cream Alliance, the UK and Ireland’s only trade show focused on ice cream, the awards crowned the nation’s best scoops. Among the evening’s standout winners was Warren Dickens of Romsey based, Warren’s Ice Cream Ltd, who was awarded Mobiler of the Year 2026, o cially recognising him as the country’s best ice cream man. Warren’s journey began in 1992 as a summer job. Today, he has built a thriving business with a eet of ice cream vans, trusted across the Solent region and beyond. From parks and community events to corporate and private functions, Warren’s Ice Cream delivers delicious treats and smiles to thousands every day, proudly serving Jude’s high-quality ice cream, known for its commitment to sustainability as a certi ed B Corp. e award was presented by Ed Whitby of sponsor Whitby Morrison, a third-generation ice cream van manufacturer. “Ice cream vans are a huge part of British culture,” Ed said. “Everyone has an ice cream van they buy from, and it’s great to see so many of them vying for the Mobiler of the Year award year on year.” For Warren, the win was a career highlight. “It’s what I’ve waited my whole career for. It’s the best feeling in the world. I started working with ice cream at 17, and now, at 47, I’m still doing what I love.” Looking ahead, Warren’s Ice Cream has exciting events lined up, including Royal Ascot, a Take at concert, and many more across the Solent region, including Southampton, Portsmouth, Dorset, and Hampshire. ey also o er ice cream van hire for corporate, public, and private events. With more than 80 years of history, the Golden Scoop Awards remain one of the most respected events in the ice cream calendar. Known for its rigorous judging process, the competition celebrates the highest standards of quality, cra smanship and innovation across the industry. Left to right: Winner Warren Dickens with Ed Whitby of sponsor Whitby Morrison Meet Your Local Neighbourhood Team New Forest Police are holding Beat Surgeries where you can chat with your local neighbourhood team about local issues, share concerns or just say ‘hello’ on: Sunday 22nd March, 11am outside Tesco, Sizer Way, Dibden. Monday 13th April, 6pm outside Waitrose, Hythe Village Centre. Sunday 26th April, 2pm Lloyds Recreation Centre, Marchwood. Wednesday 6th May, 10am St Andrew’s Church, Dibden Purlieu. Sunday 24th May, 2pm outside Coop Store, 163 Long Lane, Holbury. Monday 8th June, 6pm outside Jubilee Hall, Fawley.
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