THE LATE DAVID GOWING We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the family and friends of the late David Gowing for their very generous donations to the Willingham Medical Practice Surgery Equipment Fund. Their kindness and thoughtfulness are deeply appreciated and will make a meaningful difference by helping us invest in essential equipment to support patient care. This generous tribute is a lasting reflection of David’s memory, and we are truly grateful to everyone who contributed. HEALTHY YOU ‘SMOKING CESSATION’ Tobacco use is the single most preventable cause of ill health in the UK and at Morelife we are dedicated to helping you embrace a cigarette-free life through…

Our next production will be Murder on the Nile by Agatha Christie. Performance dates: Thursday 28th, Friday 29th and Saturday 30th May 2026 in Over Community Centre. ‘Murder on the Nile’ is based on Agatha Christie’s novel ‘Death on the Nile’.  The Hercule Poirot character from the novel is missing, and in the play is replaced by a Church Canon who investigates the murders, as we follow the trail of clues he slowly unravels. Readthrough in the Church Hall: Wednesday 4th February 2026 – 7.50 p.m. (not before please) for 8 p.m. start Auditions at the Community Centre: Wednesday 11th February 2026 from 7.30 p.m.  Rehearsals from then on: Every Wednesday evening in the Church Hall…

Thirty-five attended a talk on “The Young Charles Darwin in Cambridge” by Murray Jacobs from Linton.  Darwin’s mother was part of the Wedgewood Pottery family and his father was a successful doctor.  Charles attended Shrewsbury School as a boarder but hated it and was eventually removed as a failure.  Aged 15 his father sent him to Edinburgh University, with his brother Erasmus, to study medicine but Darwin felt queasy at the sight of blood and he left Edinburgh without taking a degree.  His father, anxious that he did not become idle, insisted that Darwin take up clerical studies in Cambridge.  His name was listed in the admissions book at Christ’s…

Bus Service Although responsibility for local bus services now sits with the Mayoral Combined Authority (CPCA), their reliability and accessibility remain a significant concern for residents in Over. Encouraging greater use of public transport and active travel is essential for a growing community and brings wider environmental and public health benefits. On Friday 17 January, I met with officers from the CPCA and Stagecoach to discuss practical ways to improve services and make buses a more attractive option for residents. While it would be difficult to introduce new services or major changes during the current fencing works, the discussions were constructive. A number of proposals are now being explored and…

The game of lawn green bowls is suitable for boys and girls, men and women of all ages. Our season starts mid-April and ends in early September. Our bowls green is located at Western Park Sports Pavilion, Peppercorn Drive, Northstowe, CB24 1BF. When entering Northstowe off the Willingham Road, just follow the signs to the “Sports Pavilion”. If you would like to try lawn bowls, just visit the club on a Thursday afternoon from 2.00pm to 4.30pm. By arrangement, sessions are also held on a Saturday afternoon from 2.00pm to 4.30pm. All you need is a pair of flat sole shoes; we can provide everything else. There is no particular…

I write to you as your new vicar having moved into the village in August last year. Katie and myself, and our daughter Lily, are grateful for the warm welcome we have received and are enjoying settling into village life. I come to you from a post in the centre of Cambridge where I was curate of two churches (not at the same time) – ‘curate’ is the Church of England jargon for somebody in their first job as a minister. And before I was ordained I was a teacher in Special Educational Needs, focusing on children with particular mental health and behaviour needs. In my less-professional life I am…

Foundation BJJ runs children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu sessions at Over Methodist Church Hall. We are a community-based club offering high-quality, age-appropriate martial arts teaching that focuses on confidence, coordination, respect and emotional resilience in a supportive, welcoming environment. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a grappling-based martial art that helps children develop body awareness, balance, strength and problem-solving skills, while also learning to work calmly with others, listen, and respect boundaries. Our sessions blend structured activities, games and simple techniques, with an emphasis on enjoyment, safety and steady progression. Foundation BJJ is run by a local family and is firmly rooted in the Over community. We aim to create a club where…