Overton-on-Dee (Owrtyn in Welsh) as its name suggests is situated on the River Dee and is located between Wrexham in Wales to the north and Ellesmere in Shropshire England to the south. The village is not to be mistaken for Overton Bridge a hamlet a few miles to the west.

The village enjoys magnificent views towards Llangollen and the Welsh hills. The village centre is a conservation area and features many interesting historical listed buildings, a number of small shops, places to get a bite to eat and an excellent public house. Overton is also home to the church of St Mary the Virgin which is well known for its ancient churchyard yew trees which are one of the 'Seven Wonders of Wales' and date from between 1500 and 2000 years old.

There is a picnic area adjacent to the church where visitors can join the Maelor Way, a 25 mile long footpath, or enjoy some of the 40 miles of public footpaths that run through the surrounding countryside. Overton is proud of its heritage and indeed the village was granted a Royal Charter by Edward 1 in the year 1292. Visitors and those coming to live in this delightful village are always made to feel welcome.