Urgent Appeal: Support Needed to Keep Explorers Group Running After Easter
The future of the local Explorers group is at risk, and the community is being called upon to help ensure its continuation.
Village News
Parish Council, Village Events, Village News
Overton Parish Council Annual Parish Meeting Set for May 28th
Residents of Overton are invited to attend the Annual Parish Meeting, which will take place at St Mary’s Hall on May 28th at 7:30 PM.
Village Events, Village News
VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebration
On May 8, 2025, the United Kingdom, alongside many other nations worldwide, will commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, marking the end of the Second World War in Europe. Overton will proudly participate in this significant occasion by lighting its own beacon.
Cricket, Sport
All Stars Cricket Returns to Overton Recreation Centre for 2025 Season
Get ready for a summer of fun and cricket as All Stars Cricket returns to the Overton Recreation Centre in Bridge Street this year.
Overton Radio
Overton Radio Launches Exciting New Flash Briefing – A Longer Look at the Day’s Village News
Overton Radio is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new Overton Radio Flash Briefing, bringing the village’s news, weather, and updates straight to your device in a quick and convenient format. This new service is designed to give locals a fresh and longer look at the day’s most important stories, offering a deeper dive into everything happening in Overton.
Village News
Another Duck Killed on Bridge Street as Calls Grow for Drivers to Slow Down
Overton residents are once again urging drivers to respect speed limits and road signs after another duck was killed on Bridge Street yesterday morning.
Football, Sport, Village News
Overton Youth Women’s Football Team Shares the Spoils in Thrilling 3-3 Draw Against Rushmoor
Overton Youth Women’s football team played out an exhilarating 3-3 draw with Rushmoor on Sunday, in a match that was full of drama and excitement from start to finish. The game was an evenly contested affair, with both sides likely feeling they could have claimed all three points. Overton were in the driving seat for
Crime, Village News
Criminal Damage in Overton: Vehicles and School Pathway Targeted in Corrosive Attack
Overton residents have been left shocked after a serious incident of criminal damage occurred overnight between 10pm and 7am at Lordsfield Gardens.
Crime, Village News
BREAKING: Incident near Overton Primary School as Substance Thrown Over Vehicles
An incident has occurred near Overton Primary School, prompting school security to intervene while awaiting the arrival of Hampshire Police.
Football, Sport
Sunday Side Triumphs to Reach Junior Cup Final
A dominant display from Overton United’s Sunday side saw them cruise into the final of the Junior Cup with a resounding 5-0 victory over SB Wanderers at Berrydown.
Blog
VIEWPOINT: Our Students Deserve Better—Fix the 86 Bus Service
Parents in Whitchurch and Overton are demanding urgent improvements to the overcrowded, unreliable, and costly 86 bus service to Peter Symonds College, calling on Stagecoach to address safety, reliability, and pricing concerns.
Football, Sport
Overton United Secure Dramatic Late Victory Over Upham
Overton United kept their promotion hopes alive with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Upham, sealed by a last-minute penalty from Adam Hargood in injury time.