NM6: Heritage and Information Centre
Policy NM6: Heritage and Information Centre
The Neighbourhood Plan identifies the old Station Building, as shown on the Policies Inset Map, as a Town Centre redevelopment scheme.
Development proposals will be supported for the conversion of the Station Master’s house to a
D1heritage/information centre.
This policy is proposed to remain unchanged from the current Neighbourhood Plan. The removal of D1 is reflective of changes to national regulations on use classes.
Supporting Text
The Neighbourhood Plan has identified a number of specific opportunities that can contribute to the Town Centre Vision and this policy identifies the old Station Building at New Milton Station for this purpose.
New Milton Town Council and Milton Heritage Society are working together to provide a community-based project for residents and visitors of New Milton to learn and interact with local history. The ‘No1 New Milton Project’ focuses on converting the derelict Station Master’s House into a new heritage centre, providing a unique opportunity to build awareness and interest in the town, telling the story of how Milton parish has evolved from 1086 through to modern times. The centre will act as the starting point for visitors to the town to take the ‘rail trail’ to the beach at Barton on Sea or to use the pedestrian and cycle links to explore the New Forest National Park.