New Book and Wine Club Launches at the Red Lion
Book lovers are invited to a new monthly social gathering at the Red Lion with the launch of Vic and Tash's Book and Wine Club.
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Hosepipe Ban to Begin Across Hampshire and Isle of Wight from Friday
Southern Water customers across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight will face hosepipe restrictions from 12.01am on Friday 10 July 2026, as the company responds to exceptionally dry weather and falling river levels.
Volunteers Sought to Help Marshal Overton Wheelbarrow Race
The organisers of this year's Overton Wheelbarrow Race are appealing for volunteers to help marshal the popular community event, which takes place on Friday 17th July.
Vynyl Ryvyvl Set to Make Their Stute Debut on Saturday 1st August
Rock music fans are in for a treat as Vynyl Ryvyvl make their long-awaited debut at The Stute on Saturday 1st August.
Community radio station to raise money for local Men’s Shed as part of its own birthday celebrations.
Overton’s village radio station celebrates its third birthday this month, and while it celebrates its own listening audience successes, it plans a joint-fundraiser for Test Valley Men’s Shed.
The Haven in Overton Named Finalist in Small Business Awards 2026
A new learning and wellbeing centre in Overton has been recognised as a finalist in the Small Business Awards 2026, just months after opening its doors.
Year 6 Pupils Take to the Roads for Bikeability Training This Week
Motorists are being advised to take extra care this week as Year 6 pupils at Overton Primary School take part in their Bikeability training.
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Overton Rugby Club Launches Recruitment Drive Ahead of New Season
Overton Rugby Club is inviting new and returning players, as well as volunteers and supporters, to become part of the club ahead of the new rugby season.
Overton Cricket Club to Host Annual Ladies Softball Cricket Festival
Overton Cricket Club is inviting the local community to enjoy an afternoon of cricket, food and fun as its annual Ladies Softball Cricket Festival returns on Sunday, 5 July.
Overton Cricket Clubs Share Wins and Defeats in Busy Saturday of Action
Overton Cricket Club faced a tough but eventful Saturday, with results ranging from a heavy defeat to a narrow win across their senior sides.
Sponsorship Opportunity for Overton United First Team
Overton United are inviting local businesses and brands to take up a new sponsorship opportunity ahead of the 2026/27 season.
All Three Overton Cricket Sides Celebrate Saturday Victories
It was a perfect Saturday for Overton Cricket Club, with all three senior sides recording impressive victories in their league fixtures.
Dragons Roar Into New Season as Overton Youth FC Open Girls U13s Trials
Overton Youth FC Dragons Girls Under-13s are on the lookout for new players ahead of the 2026/27 season, inviting Year 7 and Year 8 girls to join a team built on fun, development, and friendly competition.
Overton First XI Continue Winning Form as Second and Third Teams Fall Short
Overton Cricket Club's First XI maintained their strong run of form with a convincing seven-wicket victory over Kingsclere CC on Saturday, while the club's Second and Third XIs suffered defeats in their respective Hampshire League fixtures.
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The Haven in Overton Named Finalist in Small Business Awards 2026
A new learning and wellbeing centre in Overton has been recognised as a finalist in the Small Business Awards 2026, just months after opening its doors.
New “Haven” wellbeing space to open its doors for first look in Overton
A new calm space focused on learning, mentoring and mental wellbeing is preparing to open its doors in Overton, with a community open house planned for next month.
Finkley Nurseries to Open New Village Site in Former Methodist Church
A well-known early years provider is set to expand its reach into the village, with work underway on creating a new nursery location at the former Methodist Church on Winchester Street.
Openreach Phone Line Outage Continues With No Clear Restoration Date
Residents in parts of Overton remain without phone services after Openreach confirmed there is still no clear timeframe for repairs, according to Vodafone.
Free pints offered at two local pubs tomorrow
Two of our village’s pubs are serving-up free pints tomorrow.
The Red Lion Joins National Pub Day Campaign With Free Pint Offer
The Red Lion is raising a glass to Britain’s pub culture after proudly joining National Pub Day as part of The Telegraph’s nationwide campaign celebrating local pubs.
End of an Era as Little Steps Montessori Nursery Prepares to Close
Little Steps Montessori Nursery, based at the Ken Hogan Pavilion in Overton, is set to close at the end of the summer term, bringing decades of care, learning and community support to a close.
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