History

Offical Opening May 2009

Philip Morley officially opened Milden Pavilion

The villagers along with other guests involed with the new pavilion came together for the offical opening

Pavilion Built in 1973

Pavilion Built in 2009

The Original Recreation Pavilion was built in memory of:

Sir Herbert L. Dowbiggin, C.M.G

With funds raised by subscription donated by his friends, the men who served with him in Ceylon, local fund raising events and other village monies donated, and was completed by local voluntary labour in 1973.

On retirement, Sir Herbert came to live at the Old Rectory in 1939. He initiated the restoration of the Nation Playing Field after the 1939-45 war and, with his enthusiasm revived the game of cricket.