Herald - Issue 414

Page 60 • The HERALD • 28th October 2021 v THE HERALD - SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESSES v 023 8084 4131 • 7-9The Marsh, Hythe hythe@pearsons.com v ON THE HOME FRONT v It was the rst event of its kind at the New Forest college since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Berkay Bilik from Southampton won the night’s most anticipated award for Student of the Year, which he earned through his outstanding academic performance. He achieved A*s in A Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science, and has progressed to University College London where he is studying Mathematics and Physics. Berkay, who was a member of the College’s Aspire Academy for academically gi ed learners, said: “ I am so thrilled to have received this award, because I see it as a recognition of my dedication. Thank you to everyone at Brock for supporting me!” Meanwhile, the Teacher of the Year award, voted for by the Students’ Union, went to Psychology and Criminology teacher Matilde Wear. Matilde said: “ I’m totally stunned but feel really, truly honored. I just want to say a big thank you to Brock for all the support I have received this year.” As well as students and sta , the event was attended by parents and sponsors, and began with a drinks reception on the College’s front lawn. Guests were then served a two-course meal prepared by students from the College’s on-campus fine-dining restaurant. Principal Polly Perkins CBE said a erwards: “I congratulate all tonight’s winners on their achievements and I look forward to following their continued success. I know they will all make a meaningful contribution to our society and stand tall as outstanding ambassadors for the College.” H i g h - f l y i n g Brockenhurst College students were recognised and celebrated during a Gala Awards ceremony recently. More than 150 guests sat around dining tables in the College’s Main Hall for the evening event that saw 40 awards presented for excellence in learning or signi cant contributions to the college community. Winners walked away with a certi cate and £100, as well as a citation from the teacher who nominated them. Top achievers recognised at Brockenhurst College Gala Awards Student of the Year Berkay Bilik with Brockenhurst College Principal Polly Perkins CBE Magnificent Family Home Boasting a 24 covered and heated swimming pool and large log cabin, this spacious, detached, family home is a MUST SEE. e Birches is situated in a small enclave of just four homes, just a short walk away from the village of Hythe which has several cafés, restaurants, pubs, shops, hair and beauty salons, Waitrose, Lidl and Costa Co ee. e UK’s oldest pier-train at the entrance to the high street connects to the ferry across Southampton Water to the Town Quay. e New Forest National Park is only a ve minute drive away containing miles of unbroken trails and paths, glorious gardens, and famous estates like Beaulieu and Exbury. With space for all the family this property has 5 bedrooms (3 of which are en-suite), a large kitchen/breakfast room with separate utility room, airy conservatory, converted double garage and parking for several cars. On the market for £795,000 this impressive forever home must be viewed to be appreciated. Call: 023 8084 5434 to book or visit: www. hytheandwaterside.com for more information. WaterSafe Encourages Property Drinking water in England was rated as very high-quality last year, despite the challenges of the pandemic, and property owners in Hampshire are being encouraged to do their bit to keep it that way. The annual drinking water quality report, published by the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) recently, shows drinking water in England is safe, reliable and meeting its stringent high standards. However, it also shows many properties can still be a ected by lead pipes, which are mostly found in older homes, and lead solder, which some plumbers are using illegally on plumbing for wholesome drinking water. So, WaterSafe, the national register for plumbers, and the Drinking Water Inspectorate are encouraging homeowners and businesses with a plumber working in their property to ask them to check for lead water pipes. Continued on page 61 HYTHE CINEMA e Hythe Cinema Moviola show lms in high de nition Blu-ray and stereo sound on a large screen at e Parish Hall. eir next o ering is The Last Bus (12A) on Tuesday 16th November, at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. 80-something Tom (Timothy Spall), whose wife has just passed away, uses his free bus pass to travel from John O’Groats to Lands End where they rst met, using only local buses. It’s a nostalgic trip, but he’s also carrying his wife’s ashes in a small suitcase, `taking her back’. In the course of his travels he interacts with local people, and by the end of his trip he has become a celebrity. Tickets are £6 and available in advance from Pebbles ladies clothes shops in the High Street (opposite Costa), or on the door on show days. Preserved Steam on Mainline and Heritage Railways The Railway Club of the New Forest meet on Friday 26th November the venue tba. John Barrowdale will present scenes of “Preserved Steam on Mainline and Heritage Railways” from 1966 to 1986. He has been scanning his 35 mm colour slides and cleaning up blemishes. ere will probably be far more heritage lines than main lines. is is just an ordinary enthusiast’s record, sometimes proving lucky with the right conditions. e very rst use of colour was a preserved loco which illustrates this talk. Visitors welcome. £4 on the door, arrive from 7pm, start at 7.30pm. Find them on: www.railwayclubof thenewforest.org Photo by John Barrowdale