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Clipstone Regeneration

Introduction

For years, we have been working hard to reimagine the possibilities at Clipstone, and the allocation of this funding enables us to explore an exciting new chapter known as Vicar Water Country Park (Phase 3).

Clipstone Regeneration – Vicar Water Country Park (Phase 3)

Vicar Water Country Park would:

  • Enhance and complement the existing plans proposed through the new industrial estate (Phase 1) and enhanced Sports Hub and Facilities (Phase 2) – further details on these phases are located below.
  • Create a new Welcome Entrance and arrival area.
  • A new modern Visitor’s Centre, nestled within the landscape.
  • Space to deliver education services tailored specifically towards land management opportunities.
  • Facilities to provide hands-on experience and skillsets, and
  • Improved connectivity and enhancement of active travel routes, not only around Vicar Water Country Park but also into the wider locale.

All Phases of Development

Vicar Water Country Park (Phase 3), sits alongside the new industrial estate (Phase 1) and enhanced Sports Hub and Facilities (Phase 2), as detailed below:

Phase 1 – A new, energy efficient and sustainable industrial estate. The scheme is being developed to not only achieve sustainability standards and Biodiversity Net Gain, but also has, at the heart of its development, long-term lower running costs than the market average.  

Phase 2 – A relocated and enhanced Sports Pavilion. Additional facilities will include a new 3G pitch, football pitches, cricket field and nets, and an ability to grow and welcome more teams including male, female, youth and disabled.

Phase 3 – Vicar Water Country Park. A new facility built on the water’s edge, with a larger capacity café area, and new education space built to encourage new biodiversity and environmental studies using the Country Park as the backdrop. New and improved connections to the cycle network, and improved play facilities for young people.

You can look at the latest artist's impressions of the proposed developments here:

Our Plans - Tell us what you think

Your feedback and thoughts on the Phase 3 plans are crucial to its success. You can have your say by emailing economic.growth@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk with your thoughts.

July 2024 Consultation

In July 2024, we consulted with the public on the emerging designs. The outcomes of this consultation will be used to finalise the plans and can be viewed here: Clipstone Engagement Feedback 16.08.2024 (PDF File, 177kb).

Timescales

Our timescales for Phase 3 are:

July 2024 – public consultation.

August 2024 – finalise designs.

September 2024 – submit planning application.

Early 2025 – secure planning consent.

Spring 2025 – start on site.

Summer 2026 – completion and open to the public for use.

Meet the team.

To make the vision of Clipstone a reality, we have a skilled project team in place which is committed to regenerating the Clipstone Colliery Site to better support the needs of its community. The project team includes:

  • Newark and Sherwood District Council – will manage the project and ensure it is delivered by summer 2026.
  • Thornton Firkin – will help deliver Phase 3 of the regeneration scheme at Clipstone, with the support of the multi-disciplinary design team, YMD Boon.