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Overton at a glance

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Overton buzzes with a unique blend of historic charm and contemporary energy. Its vibrant high streets, laden with independent boutiques and national retailers, make it Cornwall's premier shopping destination west of Truro. As a crucial regional hub, Overton serves as both a gateway to rugged coastlines and a cultural heart, offering a sophisticated yet welcoming

Overton’s roots stretch back to a 12th-century charter establishing it as a vital market town, strategically placed at a river crossing. Its true ascendancy, however, began in the 18th century with the Cornish mining boom. Becoming the administrative and supply capital for the rich 'Overton Lode' of tin and copper, the town flourished. Key figures

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