2023

Recycle and repurpose your Christmas tree with the District Council

Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Christmas Tree Recycling scheme is back for another year and residents can book their collection now!

Council agrees £5.5million investment for new Southwell swimming facility

At a meeting of its Cabinet on 19 December 2023, Newark and Sherwood District Council agreed to allocate £5.5million to develop a new swimming facility at Southwell leisure centre.

The District Council continues efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour with CCTV investments

ASB is down by 23% and Newark and Sherwood District Council is continuing to crackdown on anti-social behaviour (ASB) as recommendations to enhance the district’s CCTV network are approved.

Joy shared through Palace gift donations

With the kindness of local people, the Palace Theatre Newark has been able to spread some extra Christmas joy this year. Not just through their spectacular pantomime Snow White, but through Palace Presents, a gift donation scheme initially set up in 2020.

District Council approves two new policies to ensure the continued safety of tenants

Two policies, Building Safety in the Home and Damp and Mould, approved by the District Council, will ensure the continued safety of tenants in their homes by providing a customer-centred approach.

A sustainable start to the New Year with the District Council

Enhancing our natural environment and inspiring the next generation to share our love of nature is a vital part of creating a greener future for Newark and Sherwood,  and the District Council has committed to do just that with the return of the Free Tree Scheme for a fifth year and a free bird box giveaway to local primary schools as part of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)’s Big Garden Bird Watch.

Councillor Keith Melton, Portfolio Holder for Climate Change at Newark and Sherwood District Council, visits Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Sheffield

Following a visit to an Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Sheffield, Councillor Keith Melton, Portfolio Holder for Climate Change at Newark and Sherwood District Council said: "Last week I had the fascinating opportunity to visit an Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Sheffield, and see where some of our waste goes to be transformed into energy to power homes.

Get ready to laugh and cheer as this year's panto is here!

Heigh-ho, heigh-ho, it’s off to panto we go! Get ready to be dazzled and amazed as the Palace Theatre Newark brings you the most spellbinding Christmas adventure with this year’s pantomime, Snow White.

District Council propose to invest £5.5m in new swimming facilities in Southwell

Newark and Sherwood District Council has today announced that it is proposing to commit £5.5m to build a brand-new swimming facility in Southwell.

District Council plan for next four years agreed

Ambitious plans to improve life in Newark and Sherwood were approved at Tuesday’s Full Council meeting after all Councillors adopted a new Community Plan covering the next four years.

This document sets out the priorities and vision of the Council and has been carefully thought through by Members of Cabinet, Chairs and Vice Chairs over the course of a number of months.

StreetLink support for rough sleepers in Newark and Sherwood

If you see someone sleeping rough and you want to help, you can now alert the right support groups through one website, StreetLink.

Last chance to apply for the Community Grant scheme!

Following the success of the Community Grant Scheme which has seen local communities benefit across the district, Newark and Sherwood District Council has launched its Community Grant Scheme for 2023/4.

The fund of £100,000 is open to groups and charities in the district who can now apply for grants up to £20,000 to help fund projects and schemes in Newark and Sherwood.

The District Council unveils exciting new plans for Sherwood Avenue Park

Newark and Sherwood District Council is thrilled to unveil plans to reinvigorate Sherwood Avenue Park, which were shaped by ideas and feedback from the local community.

The District Council brings solar energy to the Newark Beacon

Newark and Sherwood District Council continues work towards achieving its carbon net zero target as the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels starts at the Newark Beacon.

An exciting time for Ollerton: plans for new town centre revealed

Exciting and transformational plans for a new Ollerton Town Centre have been revealed as part of the ongoing regeneration project.  The initial plans can be viewed on the District Council website at www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/ollertonregen

District Council continues to support communities and businesses through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund

Newark and Sherwood District Council is continuing to invest in local communities and support local businesses by funding a range of projects and programmes through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF).

Receive expert advice on how to grow your business

Newark and Sherwood District Council are again offering a series of one-hour sessions for local businesses who wish to receive free specialist and local support to help them grow and thrive.

Find out more about 32 Stodman Street project at drop-in event

Those who want to find out more about the work taking place at the former M&S building on Stodman Street in Newark are invited to a drop-in event taking place in Newark Market Place on Friday 8 December between 11am and 3pm.

Annual Economic Growth Conference hailed as ‘engaging and informative’

Last month, Newark and Sherwood District Council hosted its third annual Economic Growth Conference at The Pumping House in Boughton. 

Ten new and improved play parks are open across the district

The District Council is pleased to announce that its almost £350,000 investment into play parks across the district is now complete and all ten parks are open for you to enjoy!

Bringing communities together with Winter Wishes

This winter families and friends from across the district will be joining in with the festive celebrations and spending valuable time with their loved ones. For some however, the winter months can feel lonely and to support those who need it most this winter, Newark and Sherwood District Council is launching its Winter Wishes campaign where residents can send warm messages of well wishes anonymously to isolated members of our community.

Palace Presents Unwraps Another Year Of Sharing The Joy

After being blowing away by the generosity of local people for the past three years, the Palace Theatre is delighted to be bringing back its Palace Presents initiative. Scores of people being supported by amazing local charities have woken up to presents on Christmas Day thanks to the scheme and this year the charities involved will include Newark Women’s Aid, Newark Emmaus Trust and YMCA Newark and Sherwood.

Newark and Sherwood District Council awarded accreditation as a carer-friendly employer.

Anyone can find themselves in a position where they become a carer, that is anyone who provides unpaid care by looking after someone who is older, disabled or seriously ill. For some this may also include juggling a career with their responsibilities as a carer.

Newark and Sherwood District Council has been working with the Nottinghamshire Carers Association to give employees the re-assurance and support they need if they find themselves in this position and today has achieved an accreditation as a carer-friendly employer.

Joint statement from Newark and Sherwood District Council and Active4Today regarding the main swimming pool at Southwell Leisure Centre

On 29 October 2023, the main pool at Southwell Leisure Centre was closed to enable investigations to be undertaken into the cause of water loss from the pool.

Introducing specialist business support through the Newark and Sherwood Accelerator

Businesses in Newark and Sherwood can receive help to reduce their energy costs, become more sustainable and introduce innovation solutions through the Newark and Sherwood Accelerator programme, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Funding given to help organisation celebrate its 10th year anniversary

A local support organisation has celebrated its 10^th birthday with help from Newark and Sherwood District Council.

Newark and Sherwood District Council increases and improves CCTV to help tackle anti-social behaviour

Newark and Sherwood District Council is committed to cracking down on anti-social behaviour (ASB) and has increased the number of CCTV cameras it has as part of its work to create a safer district.  In addition, current CCTV was also reviewed, and a replacement scheme created.

The District Council and partners are joining forces to host a community safety event

Newark and Sherwood District Council is hosting a free safety event in Newark, alongside partners from Nottinghamshire Police and Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, and residents are invited to join!

Councillor recognised as Woman of the Future

A Newark and Sherwood District Councillor has been awarded the Community Spirit prize at this year’s Women of the Future Awards. At the ceremony, held in London on 15 November, Councillor Emma Oldham was praised for her commitment to championing the environment throughout her work as Portfolio Holder for Biodiversity and Environmental Services at the District Council and as Communications and Fundraising Manager at Connected Conservation Foundation.

Sherwood area to receive £20m investment

Today the Government has announced that Sherwood will benefit from a £20 million investment as part of its Levelling Up Fund Round 3. For years, the District Council has been working hard, developing exciting regeneration projects for Ollerton and Clipstone. While it has been applying for funding to make these projects a reality, today is the day that marks the official start of this exciting journey for the Sherwood area. 

Newark businesses work together to plan for the future

More than 50 businesses joined together at Newark College for the fourth Business Engagement Workshop on Wednesday 8 November organised by Newark and Sherwood District Council.

The District Council continues its crackdown on anti-social behaviour

Newark and Sherwood District Council continues its work to crackdown on anti-social behaviour (ASB) and create a safer district for residents, businesses and visitors.

Veterans treated to tea at the Town Hall

On Friday 10 November 2023, Newark and Sherwood District Council hosted a tea party at Newark Town Hall to honour veterans from around the district.

Students get to grips with government for UK Parliament Week

Students at Newark College gained a fascinating insight into how government works last Monday. As part of UK Parliament Week, they were visited by the Deputy Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council, Councillor Rowan Cozens, who spoke about her role in local government as well as that of other representatives at a local and national level and the importance of voting.

Palace Panto Promises Another Feast of Festive Family Fun

Mirror, mirror on the wall, what's the most magical panto of all? It’s Snow White at the Palace Theatre Newark, of course!

How residents can make a big difference in making streets gum free

Newark and Sherwood District Council is asking residents to help in their campaign to keep gum off the streets and to dispose of it in the appropriate way.

Keeping you safe this winter at the Palace Theatre Newark

Autumn is officially here, and winter is just around the corner, which calls for one thing…a trip to the Palace Theatre Newark!

It’s a Win-Win situation when you play the Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery

Sign up and support a good cause today and not only will you be with the chance of winning weekly cash prizes of up to £25,000, but if you enter before Saturday 25 November, you will be in with the chance of winning a £1,000 gift card for John Lewis & Waitrose – or a cash alternative, all for just £1 a week!

Newark and Sherwood District Council and Active4Today's response to Robert Jenrick's open letter regarding Southwell Leisure Centre

Following an open letter Robert Jenrick has posted on his social media channels, Councillor Paul Peacock, Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council said, “Robert Jenrick has got his facts wrong. Southwell Leisure Centre is not closed and if he took the trouble to visit the centre he’d know that. 

Apply now for grants available to those affected by flooding.

Following the announcement by the UK Government to provide funding for households affected by Storm Babet, residents across Newark and Sherwood affected by flooding can claim a £500 Community Recovery Grant.

Newark and Sherwood share delight in receiving additional Safer Streets Funding

Councillor Paul Taylor, Portfolio Holder for Public Protection and Community Relations at Newark and Sherwood District Council, was joined in Balderton by District Council Balderton Ward members Councillor Simon Forde, Councillor Jean Hall, Councillor Johno Lee, Councillor Emma Oldham, and Councillor Jane Buxton, Chair of Balderton Parish Council to celebrate the announcement of the Safer Streets funding.

Local schoolchildren get creative for good cause

Children at schools across Ollerton have showed their amazing generosity this month, celebrating the harvest by getting creative and giving back to the community.

Installation of air source heat pump “works a treat” for District Council tenant in Norwell

District Council tenants in Newark and Sherwood are starting to reap the benefits of carbon neutral heating systems following the introduction of a scheme to replace oil boilers.

New play parks bring even more creative play and fitness fun to Sconce and Devon Park!

Newark and Sherwood District Council is pleased to announce that the new play park areas at Sconce and Devon Park are now open!

Free family cook and eat classes return after going down a treat

Newark and Sherwood District Council in partnership with the Academy Transformation Trust Further Education (ATTFE) are bringing back free family ‘cook and eat’ classes to Rainworth.  

District Council builds more bungalows than ever before

Since 2017, Newark and Sherwood District Council has built more bungalows than ever before as part of its Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Development Programme.

Make sure your Bonfire Night can safely go off with a bang!

Newark and Sherwood District Council is once again reminding residents how to make sure your Bonfire Night can safely go off with a BANG, and how you can be sustainable as you celebrate!

Have a sustainable spooky season with the District Council

It’s almost Halloween and Newark and Sherwood District Council is encouraging residents to have a green Halloween and make small but sustainable changes as they celebrate this spooky season.

Parish Church to transform into forest glade for light and sound installation

Newark’s Parish Church will be bathed in the lights and sounds of the forest this November thanks to a stunning co-created project by Newark Creates and Inspire with artists Urban Projections, CJ Mirra and students from Magnus Academy. The remarkable installation, titled Fallen From The Same Tree, will be free to attend between the hours of 5.30pm and 9pm on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th November.

Moving towards a new and exciting future for Newark Castle

Newark Castle is taking another step towards opening its gates as a new and improved visitor attraction. At next Tuesday’s Cabinet Meeting, Newark and Sherwood District Council Members will vote on the approval of a delivery funding application to the National Lottery Heritage Fund.