Red Lion gets ready to 'Brave the Dave'
This Sunday is St David’s Day and The Red Lion in Overton is going to crowbar in as many Davids as possible. Between 3.30pm and 6.30pm, the High Street pub […]
Blog
February 2026
Sports
Overton United First Team and Reserves Keep on Winning
Two important wins put both of Overton United’s Saturday teams in a good position as it comes down to the business end of the season. The weekend proved to be
Basingstoke
Speed limit cut to 40mph proposed for main road near Basingstoke
A plan to reduce the speed limit on a main road near Basingstoke is now open for public comment. Hampshire County Council is consulting on a proposal to lower the
Overton
Overton Memorial Institute to Hold AGM on Wednesday 25 March
The Annual General Meeting of the Overton Memorial Institute will take place on Wednesday 25 March at 8pm in the lounge bar. Members are invited to attend and take part
Blog
POTHOLES: Overton High Street 'laid with Swiss Cheese'
A pothole three and a half inches deep has appeared on the High Street. The waterfilled pothole appeared over the weekend and loud ‘thumps’ are heard as vehicles slow to
Overton
One year on: The Greyhound celebrates its first anniversary with live music and free curry
It is almost a year since The Greyhound opened its doors with Carolynn at the helm – and it has been a busy and successful first year for the village
Overton
Comedy Night set to bring big laughs to Overton Community Centre this March
A lively night of stand-up comedy is coming to Overton next month, with a community comedy night taking place on Friday 13th March, promising a relaxed, friendly evening of laughs
Overton
South Western Railway to start charging for parking at Overton station from Monday 23 February
South Western Railway will introduce parking charges at the station car park in Overton from Monday 23 February, ending the long-standing free parking for rail users and visitors. New signs
Overton
Fall Prevention Workshop comes to Overton this March
A free community Fall Prevention Workshop will take place in St Mary’s Church Rooms, Overton on Wednesday 18 March, from 1pm to 2.30pm. The event is being organised by Lucy
Overton
Overton Music Festival returns this June with live music, stalls and community spirit
The Overton Music Festival will return this summer, running from Friday 12 June to Sunday 14 June. The three-day event will once again be hosted by Overton Radio, bringing live
Overton
Overton Beer Festival “Firkins and Fizz” Returns This April
Overton’s favourite beer and cider celebration is back! The “Firkins and Fizz” Beer Festival will take place from April 17th to 19th at St Mary’s Hall, Overton, promising three days
Sports
Overton United go six clear after six-goal away win at Mob Albion
Overton United have opened up a six-point lead at the top of Hampshire Premier League Division 1 after a convincing 6–2 victory away at Mob Albion. Adam Hargood set the
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