Back in September, we announced our plans to launch an annual printed edition of Over Village News. We’re excited to now share with you more about what’s coming and the great opportunities this will provide to businesses, local groups and clubs and Over villagers: For Over Villagers Very soon, in early 2026, every household in the village will receive a copy of the Over Village News Annual.  This new format will reach those who are not online and will provide a comprehensive directory of village services, local businesses, clubs, and community groups to all in the village. Don’t worry, we’ll still be ensuring your weekly digital Over Village News reaches…

October meeting. About 40 people (members and guests) heard John Vigar, a former architectural historian from Kings Lynn, present “Bedrooms, Banquets and Balls”, one of his numerous talks. This talk dwelt on the development of the English Country House and the people living in them. He started with the medieval hall-house then followed architectural tastes and fashions right up to the mid twentieth century. Life in the Middle Ages was firstly about keeping safe and comfortable but also about status. By about 1450 country houses were growing in size with added rooms, mostly remaining empty but kept for the use of high-status visitors. Royalty often toured the country with an…

At the beginning of October, we enjoyed a delightful river cruise with the Windsor and Maidenhead Boat Company aboard The Georgian — a 30-metre river cruiser complete with an upper viewing deck and a charming restaurant below deck. We were treated to a Prosecco afternoon cream tea, featuring plenty of fizz, tea, and coffee, alongside a delicious spread of delicate finger sandwiches, dainty petit fours, and freshly baked fruit scones with jam and cream. We were fortunate to have calm, mild weather, allowing us to spend much of the trip on the viewing deck. From there, we spotted kingfishers, cormorants, herons, red kites, and admired the stunning riverside homes along…

Cllr Luis Navarro Dear Over residents, I wanted to share a few important updates and reflections from recent weeks. You may have noticed the new safety works underway along the Guided Busway, including a reduction in speed limits and the installation of fencing along key sections.  These changes have been mandated by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to ensure the safety of all users and nearby residents.  I encourage residents to plan ahead and take measures to accommodate a potentially slower service during this period. I’m also delighted to welcome The Revd Edward (Ed) Green as the new vicar at St Mary’s Church.  Ed brings a wealth of experience…

Each year the above Charities distribute grants to groups and individuals within the village of Over. To be considered for a grant, groups and clubs should be non-profit making, and their aims and objectives will be for the benefit of Over residents. Applications should be for the funding, or part-funding, of a specific purchase or project, and should include quotes and costings. Individuals, of the parish of Over and in need of assistance, are also welcome to speak to a trustee, in strictest confidence, to establish if an individual grant may be possible. If you or your organisation wish to be considered, please send your application, as a pdf attachment,…

If you love to sing but don’t want the commitment of weekly meetings, then come and join us – no audition or experience necessary, with the emphasis on fun and community spirit! Friday 17 October – 7.30pm – St Mary’s Church Hall, OverFriday 31 October – 7.30pm – St Mary’s Church Hall, OverFriday 7 November – 7.30pm – St Mary’s Church Hall, OverFriday 21 November – 7.30pm – Village Institute, LongstantonFriday 5 December – 7.30pm – St Mary’s Church Hall, OverFriday 12 December – Christmas concert – details to follow! For more information, contact katewoolfmusic@gmail.com, 07450897321