Weekend Cricket Round-Up: Wins, Wickets, and a Softball Surprise
It was a weekend full of highs and lows for Overton CC – with silverware to chase, lessons to learn, and plenty to play for.
It was a weekend full of highs and lows for Overton CC – with silverware to chase, lessons to learn, and plenty to play for.
Age was no barrier and nerves were nowhere to be found yesterday as Jacky Lessware, a beloved figure in the local community, soared to an incredible 1,000 feet above the Gloucestershire countryside on the wings of a vintage biplane – all in the name of charity.
With the promise of sunny skies and soaring spirits, it’s shaping up to be a bumper weekend for Overton’s cricket teams — and fans are in for a treat both on and off the field.
One of Overton’s quirkiest and most-loved traditions is back! The 2025 Overton Wheelbarrow Race is set to take place on Friday 18th July, and entries are officially open.
On the evening of Thursday, 10th July, under the shimmering glow of a full moon, Lordsfield Swimming Club invites you to experience an enchanting night of calm and connection at their much-anticipated Moonlight Swim beneath the stars.
It’s shaping up to be the wildest afternoon of the summer – quite literally – as the Beech Tree Summer Fête bursts into life on Saturday 19th July from 2pm to 4pm, and it’s absolutely free to enter.
The much-loved Overton 5 race is back for its 36th edition, and entries are now open for the event taking place on Sunday, 7th September 2025.
Music lovers are in for a treat next month as Emporia gets set to host a special Acoustic Evening in their garden on Saturday 5th July 2025.
Watership Down Health has acknowledged the national announcement that the medication Mounjaro is now available through the NHS. However, the practice has confirmed that it is not yet in a position to begin prescribing the treatment to patients.
Movietime is back with another cinematic gem, and this time it’s the powerful and thought-provoking “Lee”, starring the acclaimed Kate Winslet in one of her most gripping roles to date.
This Saturday, the Overton School Association (OSA) is pulling out all the stops for its much-anticipated Summer Fete, promising a packed afternoon of entertainment, colour, and community fun!
Overton Primary School has been recognised for its strong focus on wellbeing and excellent behaviour, following a recent Ofsted inspection.
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