With the sad news that an Overton poppy field was forced to close, we at the Gazette decided to put together a gallery to show off some of its beauty.

Wildflower Turf announced on Monday that "irreversible damage" had been done to the fields by a small selection of the community who ignored signs telling them not to walk in the field

The message read: "We are so glad that our beautiful field of poppies has been responsibly enjoyed and admired by so many of you this year," the message read.

"We have always encouraged people to enjoy the countryside, its biodiversity and its beauty. Sadly however, after a lot of consideration, as of tonight the poppy field will be closed to visitors.

"Unfortunately visitors choices today have left us with no alternative as larger parts of our crop are being irreversibly damaged due to people ignoring our signage and roaming freely through the crop.

"The poppy field and surrounding fields are private land and access is now blocked so we ask that you please respect our wishes.

"We are very sad that a small minority have ruined it for everyone else. Thank you to all of you that have made donations to The Royal British Legion, we have raised £629 to date."

But before that decision was taken, photographers from the Basingstoke Gazette Camera Club were able to capture some beautiful shots, while also following the rules.

Scroll through the gallery above to see some of the stunning shots.