Jake Ward announced as part of charity ‘Carpark Fest’
Jake Ward confirmed as one of seven acts for Carpark Fest 2026 at The Red Lion in Overton.
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Pot Hole. Wot Hole?
Whereas many residents are happy with the resolution to the High Street’s pothole outside The Red Lion pub on the […]
Residents urged to have their say on future of policing
Residents in Overton are being encouraged to take part in a public consultation on the future of policing in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Overton Community Centre to celebrate centuries of local history during Heritage Open Days
The rich history of Overton Community Centre will be brought to life this September as the village takes part in this year's Heritage Open Days.
Bus fares to be capped at £2 across England from January
Passengers using buses in Overton are to benefit from cheaper fares next year, after the government announced that single bus journeys across England will be capped at £2 from January.
Scarecrow Festival Winners Announced After Fantastic Weekend of Creativity
The winners of this year's Scarecrow Festival have been revealed, bringing to a close another successful event that filled the village with creativity, colour and plenty of smiles.
Colour Run Returns for an Evening of Family Fun
The much-loved GT Sports Academy Colour Run is returning to the Overton Recreation Centre on Friday 31st July from 5pm, promising an evening packed with colour, entertainment and activities for the whole family.
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Colour Run Returns for an Evening of Family Fun
The much-loved GT Sports Academy Colour Run is returning to the Overton Recreation Centre on Friday 31st July from 5pm, promising an evening packed with colour, entertainment and activities for the whole family.
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.
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New community workspace planned for Overton High Street
A new space is coming to Overton High Street, and local residents are being invited to help shape what it becomes.
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.
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