Overton Pubs Prepare for Late-Night England World Cup Clash
Football fans in Overton will have several places to cheer on England when they face Mexico in the FIFA World Cup on Monday morning.
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Basingstoke and Deane launches consultation on possible fare changes for Route 59 bus
Passengers who use the Route 59 bus service between Whitchurch, Overton and Basingstoke are being encouraged to have their say as a public consultation opens on possible fare changes.
Line-up for the 2026 Overton Scarecrow Festival announced
The full line-up for the 2026 Overton Scarecrow Festival has now been revealed, with organisers promising a packed weekend of live entertainment, family activities and community celebration at Bridge Street Recreation Ground on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th July.
Morris Dancing Comes to the Community Centre This Wednesday Evening
Traditional dance will take centre stage outside the community centre this Wednesday at 7.30pm, with a lively performance from the Winchester Morris Men, joined by special guests the Yateley Morris Men.
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.
New 20mph Speed Limit Coming to Overton to Boost Pedestrian Safety
Roads across the village are set to become safer for pedestrians as plans for a brand new 20mph speed limit zone have been confirmed by Overton Parish Council.
Overton Community Association to hold Annual General Meeting in July
Residents are being invited to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Overton Community Association, taking place on Tuesday 7 July at 7:30pm.
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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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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.
Beloved Overton greengrocer to close High Street shop after 12 years
A well-known independent business in Overton has announced it will close its High Street shop at the end of June, after more than a decade serving the community.
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