Overy Oxfordshire Map

About Overy

The quiet charm of Overy is deeply rooted in its pastoral setting. It lies 5.1 km north-north-west of Wallingford (from Wallingford: bearing 332°T, OS grid SU 582 939), and is situated south-east of Dorchester village. The landscape around Overy is characterised by gently undulating fields, a testament to its agricultural heritage. Historically, Overy would have been part of the wider rural economy of South Oxfordshire, with farming forming the backbone of local life for centuries. While Overy itself may not boast grand historical structures, its proximity to ancient sites like Dorchester Abbey hints at a long and rich regional past. The character of Overy remains that of a peaceful rural hamlet, where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life.

About This Overy Map Page

Explore Overy, Oxfordshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 51.641606, -1.159808. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.