Nostalgic memories of Overton's local history

Share your own memories of Overton and read what others have said

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our web site to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was when the photographs in our archive were taken. From brief one-liners explaining a little bit more about the image depicted, to great, in-depth accounts of a childhood when things were rather different than today (and everything inbetween!). We've had many contributors recognising themselves or loved ones in our photographs.

Why not add your memory today and become part of our Memories Community to help others in the future delve back into their past.

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I was born on 29th November 1928, and lived in Southsea in 1939, and during August my parents, little sister, and I went for a short holiday by coach to stay with an Aunt and Uncle at Overton in Hampshire. The threat of war was very imminent, and as we lived near a big Naval port, my parents decided to arrange for me to be privately evacuated with the ...see more
I remember when I was seven years old Overton had a special carnival. I would love to see any old photos of this event. I was lucky enough to be one of the special attendants. We received ribbon for saches and extra clothing allowance coupons for the dresses. I remember sitting on a vehicle in Winchester street and meeting some famous star whose name might have been ? Murrey. Can anyone help enlarge this memory for me? Thanks Nancy(Baker) Englefield