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Welcome to Overton

Overton Parish lies in North Hampshire, encircled by Basingstoke, Winchester, Andover and Newbury. 

Originally settled around St. Mary’s Church, to the north of the River Test, Overton was established as a market town by the Bishops of Winchester c.1218. Several narrow central roads remain, forming a grid pattern, while the width of Winchester Street reflects its former use for markets and fairs. 

Predominately rural as a parish, the village of Overton has spread out beyond the river valley and up onto the surrounding hills and is in the guardianship of Overton Parish Council.

. . . and to the Parish Council website

This website introduces you to the members of Overton Parish Council and offers insight into the things being done to support the Parish.

We hope you can quickly and easily find all the information you are looking for.  From upcoming meetings to our latest strategy, annual audits and the facilities we are responsible for – it can all be found among these pages.

If there is something else you’d like to know, please contact the Clerk.
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Swift hovering just outside swift box hidden in green ivy on house wall

Where have all the Swifts Gone?

Swifts are one of the great sights of an Overton summer, arriving in the village each May after their journey from southern Africa. Although they spend much of their lives on the wing, their nesting period is crucial. A pair will often return to the same site year after year to raise their chicks together. And that's what they come to Overton for! However, due to an increase in the repurposing or sealing of roof spaces and eaves, places to nest are becoming fewer. Nationally, the swift population has reduced by more than 50% in recent years.
Anti-Social Behaviour awareness week graphic detailing the dates 29th June to 5th July on a green background with buildings and outlines of people within the design

Anti-social Behaviour Awareness Week

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary provides information to tackling anti-social behaviour including useful information and resources for residents.
Sunset at Overton Mill

Portals Mill site Update

Outline Planning Application for Portals Mill Site now available on Basingstoke & Deane Borough Council Website
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Basingstoke Rural South

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PAGE IMAGE CREDITS: photo of Overton’s St Mary’s church in autumn by Amanda Hepburn.