v SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE HERALD v 11th May 2023 • The HERALD • Page 5 MP Guttering & Roofing 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 07730 377114 023 8087 9135 mpgutteringservices@outlook.com DECORATOR INTERIOR & EXTERIOR PAINTING General Small Maintenance Works Reliable, Prompt with a High Standard of Work Fully Insured • Free Estimates NICK CROUCHER 07594 582194 Buckler’s Hard Museum Celebrates 60th Anniversary with Visit from Lord Mountbatten Lord Ivar Mountbatten visited Buckler’s Hard, on the banks of the Beaulieu River, for a VIP tour with Mary Montagu-Scott recently, to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Buckler’s Hard Museum. His great-uncle Earl Mountbatten sailed along the river with Edward, LordMontagu and Belinda, Lady Montagu, before opening the maritime museum 60 years ago. Lord Mountbatten said: “I was proud to walk in my great-uncle’s footsteps and see the fascinating exhibits in Buckler’s Hard Museum, against the beautiful backdrop of the maritime village on a sunny spring day.” When Lord Mountbatten performed the re-dedication of the museum for its half-centenary, he was presented with a limited edition David Bell print of Nelson’s favourite ship Agamemnon. On his latest visit, Buckler’s Hard Director Mary Montagu-Scott was able to show him the newly opened HMS Agamemnon - Navigating the Legend exhibition which explains how nations are working together to preserve the world’s only surviving wreck of a ship built at Buckler’s Hard. Mary and Lord Mountbatten stepped on board the impressive pilot cutter Amelie Rose which was moored at Buckler’s Hard to celebrate the Anniversary on 6th April. Amelie Rose took part in the new BBC and Disney FX adaptation of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations when scenes were recently lmed at Buckler’s Hard. Mary Montagu-Scott said: “We were delighted to welcome Lord Mountbatten at an exciting time in Buckler’s Hard’s history.” On a day out at Buckler’s Hard, you can step inside the original Shipwright’s Cottage and charming St Mary’s Chapel, with a smugglers’ cellar beside the altar, then pass preserved cottages which line the gently sloping street on its way to the water’s edge. Or simply enjoy a riverside stroll in the picturesque village where time ows di erently. en with an admission ticket to Buckler’s Hard Museum, discover more about the maritime history of the village where ships for Nelson’s eet at Trafalgar were built. See exhibits including Nelson’s original baby clothes, then listen in on conversations between villagers of the past and follow residents’ stories in the exhibition of village life. Or why not enjoy a River Cruise along Beaulieu River’s meandering saltmarshes. It’s the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, where you can spot waders and wildfowl and even a seal, if you’re lucky! Drop anchor and nd refreshments with the new menu at e Captain’s Table, where you can tuck into a delicious cooked breakfast, tasty lunch or sumptuous a ernoon tea. See blossom on the trees in the Apple Orchard. Its apples, along with fruit from the rest of the Beaulieu Estate, are picked in the autumn to make Beaulieu Apple Juice – which is available in Buckler’s Hard gi shop. Buckler’s Hard is accessible by foot, car, motorbike – or boat! A parking charge contributes to the upkeep of the historic village. For tickets and details visit: www.bucklershard.co.uk or call 01590 616203. Lord Ivar Mountbatten and Mary-Montagu Scott at Buckler’s Hard
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