2024
The spirit of Christmas is all about giving so once your Christmas tree has finished providing joy in your home, why not give back to the environment by recycling it! Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Christmas Tree Recycling Scheme is back for another year and residents can book a collection now.
Posted on: Friday, December 20, 2024Newark and Sherwood District Council has committed to doing even more to tackle domestic abuse and provide extra support to survivors of abuse.
Posted on: Thursday, December 19, 2024Check out our adjusted schedule during the Christmas and New Year period.
Posted on: Thursday, December 19, 2024Newark and Sherwood District Council have issued a Temporary Stop Notice (TSN) on the Cameron Homes development site at The Vineries, Kirklington Road, Southwell effective immediately (since Tuesday 17 December). This action comes after numerous planning conditions were found to be non-compliant, despite repeated efforts to resolve these issues through dialogue between the developer and District Council.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 18, 2024A strong local community is incredibly important, particularly in recent years. It provides help and support and makes us feel valued and less alone. Newark and Sherwood is lucky to be able to enjoy a strong sense of community which Newark and Sherwood District Council is committed to strengthening through its Community Development team.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 18, 2024The generosity of Newark and Sherwood residents has meant that over 300 local people in need will be opening presents on Christmas morning.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 18, 2024A Living Well booklet has been created by Newark and Sherwood District Council to act as a central place for important information available for residents who are looking for support and advice on a range of topics.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 18, 2024Councillor Paul Peacock, Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council, said: “Today I would like to announce a change to my Cabinet. Councillor Emma Oldham will be standing down from her position as Portfolio Holder for Climate and the Environment. I would like to thank Councillor Emma Oldham for her work as a Portfolio Holder.
Posted on: Tuesday, December 17, 2024Since the Safer Streets 5 initiative began in late 2023, the focus area in Balderton has experienced a 28% reduction in ASB incidents, new data shows.
Posted on: Tuesday, December 17, 2024Newark and Sherwood District Council has teamed up with the LitterLotto® team, to launch an exciting new initiative which will help everyone to recycle right, keep neighbourhoods clean, and reward residents for binning waste!
Posted on: Monday, December 16, 2024Following the introduction of the Social Housing (Regulations) Act 2023 and the revised Consumer Standards introduced in April 2024, the District Council presented an overview of how they engage with tenants at its Cabinet meeting on Tuesday 10 December. In addition, the District Council explained how it is undertaking a review to their approach to tenant engagement to create even more meaningful methods for tenants to influence the services they receive.
Posted on: Friday, December 13, 2024During last year’s festive shopping period (November 2023 to January 2024), UK shoppers lost over £11.5 million to online scams, with an average loss of £695 per victim.
Posted on: Friday, December 13, 2024Newark and Sherwood District Council continued to reaffirm its commitment to the Yorke Drive Regeneration Scheme at its Cabinet meeting on Tuesday 10 December.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 11, 2024Last night, Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Cabinet voted to install the Kiddey Stones outside of Castle House on Great North Road in Newark.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 11, 2024A project to increase tree coverage in one of Newark and Sherwood’s least green areas is being supported by the District Council.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 11, 2024A popular building in Newark Town Centre will be given a new lease of life as the District Council hopes to convert the empty unit into a community space.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 11, 2024At this week’s Cabinet meeting of Newark and Sherwood District Council, proposals were agreed for the future development of the Council’s Brunel Drive depot site, Farrar Close and the glass recycling facility at the Lorry Park.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 11, 2024Saturday 7 December is Small Business Saturday across the UK and Newark and Sherwood District Council and its partners are doing all they can to support local independent businesses during this vital period.
Posted on: Friday, December 6, 2024Local toddlers and their adults have been enjoying free mornings of play at the National Civil War Centre’s Mini Museum all year and there are now just two sessions left for 2024.
Posted on: Friday, December 6, 2024A couple living in the rural village of Kneesall have been served with an injunction prohibiting them from using or threatening to use violence against people living in the village.
Posted on: Wednesday, December 4, 2024Newark and Sherwood District Council is proud to relaunch its FREE tree scheme, which has given more than 14,400 trees to residents and community groups over the past five years. This has been a hugely successful project with residents, community groups and Parish Councils getting involved to enhance the environment and inspire future generations.
Posted on: Monday, December 2, 2024With winter here again, Newark and Sherwood District Council is committed to continuing its efforts to work with local towns and parishes which are at risk of flooding.
Posted on: Monday, December 2, 2024Robert Kiddey was a sculptor, artist and teacher, born in Nottingham in 1900. His work is visible across Nottinghamshire, including on the Nottingham’s Council House and County Hall. Many of his works depict the working people of Nottinghamshire, including coalminers, metalworkers and agricultural labourers.
Posted on: Wednesday, November 27, 2024After being blown away by the generosity of local people for the past four years, the Palace Theatre Newark is delighted to be bringing back its Palace Presents initiative.
Posted on: Tuesday, November 26, 2024A hot spot area which has been blighted by industrial-scale fly tipping and unacceptable environmental damage at one of the most iconic forests in the world has seen barriers installed to prevent access for vehicles while still maintaining access for pedestrians and cyclists.
Posted on: Tuesday, November 26, 2024At last night’s Policy and Performance Improvement Committee, an update report on Newark and Sherwood District Council’s kerbside glass scheme was presented.
Posted on: Tuesday, November 26, 2024Since being awarded Best Small Museum at the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Awards last month, the team at Newark’s National Civil War Centre have continued to put on fantastic events, drawing families from across the district and further afield.
Posted on: Friday, November 22, 2024A property which has been a hive of activity for incidents of anti-social behaviour and alleged drug related activities on Yorke Drive has been made subject to a Full Closure Order after individuals disobeyed the Partial Closure Order, which was secured in September.
Posted on: Friday, November 22, 2024Vicar Water Country Park is tuning up for a festive symphony of holiday cheer and musical delights on Saturday 7 December from 10am to 12.30pm. Musicworks and Open Doors are teaming up with Rumbles Café to bring visitors a morning of live music and joy at ‘Sing with Santa’.
Posted on: Friday, November 22, 2024The rich history of the local mining communities in Ollerton, Edwinstowe, and Bilsthorpe is set to be celebrated in a unique travelling heritage exhibition. ‘Mining for Stories’ offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, featuring interviews with ex-miners and members of the mining community, providing an authentic narrative of Newark and Sherwood’s industrial heritage.
Posted on: Thursday, November 21, 2024Local volunteers in Newark and Sherwood are transforming community spaces while gaining accredited skills, thanks to skills funding through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) has been awarded £60,000 by Newark and Sherwood District Council to provide skills development opportunities for local young people.
Posted on: Monday, November 18, 2024Partnering with Nottinghamshire Police, Newark and Sherwood District Council have used the latest Night of Action to raise awareness of the dangers of mixing alcohol with drug use. The night also marks the start of ASB (Anti-Social Behaviour) Week, which takes place between Monday 18 to Sunday 24 November.
Posted on: Monday, November 18, 2024A Lincoln-based coffee shop is bringing great tasting coffees, teas and treats to Newark after moving into one of the units at the new Beaumond Cross development in Newark Town Centre.
Posted on: Friday, November 15, 2024We are committed to ensuring that Newark Castle Gardens remains a public garden accessible to all so that everyone can enjoy its history and wellbeing benefits. Recently, we have found that this has not been the experience for some visitors who have accessibility needs due to paths on steep gradients.
Posted on: Thursday, November 14, 2024Monday 11 November saw the last of three scheduled fitness suite refurbishments completed at the Newark Sports and Fitness Centre. The first opened just two weeks ago at the Dukeries Leisure Centre in Ollerton, swiftly followed last week with the re-opening of the Blidworth Leisure Centre Fitness Suite.
Posted on: Wednesday, November 13, 2024Plans to make the district more musical were discussed at this week’s Newark and Sherwood District Council Cabinet meeting. Since the creation of the new Portfolio for Heritage, Culture and the Arts last year, music development has been a focal point at the Council, with the revised Community Plan Objectives placing increased emphasis on music as a way of showcasing excellence in the district, bringing communities together and supporting wellbeing and increased civic pride.
Posted on: Friday, November 8, 2024A new remembrance exhibition to commemorate Armistice Day is now available for residents to view at the National Civil War Centre, Newark Museum.
Posted on: Thursday, November 7, 2024A man has been prohibited from entering the Yorke Drive estate in Newark due to causing considerable distress and fear among residents through various criminal activities and antisocial behaviour.
Posted on: Wednesday, November 6, 2024Footfall figures from Newark and Sherwood District Council show that Friday night (Friday 1 November) was the busiest night of the year so far. Between 4pm and 9pm more than 3,900 visitors braved the cold November air to enjoy ‘A Likely Story’, a spectacular animated adventure screened onto the historic Town Hall in the heart of Newark.
Posted on: Wednesday, November 6, 2024The National Civil War Centre hosted an opening event on Sunday 27 October for it’s new and vibrant exhibition ‘A Polish Heart Beat’s Here’ / 'Tu Bije Polskie Serce' a captivating tribute to Polish culture and history, which was co-created by Open Doors and the local Polish community. The exhibition will be open to the public from Tuesday 29 October 2024 to Saturday 26 April 2025.
Posted on: Tuesday, November 5, 2024In 2019, Newark and Sherwood District Council declared a Climate Emergency, setting a target to reduce the impact of climate change and achieve carbon neutrality by 2035. Monday’s Policy and Performance Improvement Committee was an opportunity for District Councillors to look at the progress that has been made towards this goal.
Posted on: Tuesday, October 29, 2024Work being done to review the Heritage and Culture offer in the district has been a topic of discussion this week. At Monday’s Newark and Sherwood District Council Policy and Performance Improvement Committee, Deputy Leader and Portfolio Holder for Heritage, Culture and the Arts, Councillor Rowan Cozens, presented a summary of activity, both undertaken and planned, to offer more arts engagement for local residents.
Posted on: Tuesday, October 29, 2024At a time where images of bats can be seen decorating our houses and public places for Halloween, Newark and Sherwood District Council is doing their bit to ensure we see more of the real thing in the local area, working together with Newark College to offer free bat boxes to local schools. The handmade homes for furry flying critters are being crafted by the talented students at Newark College and local schools are now being invited to apply for their very own box.
Posted on: Monday, October 28, 2024The Dukeries Leisure Centre is the first of three leisure centres across Newark and Sherwood District to benefit from a refurbished fitness suite. This is part of the Active4Today on-going refurbishment programme.
Posted on: Monday, October 28, 2024Newark and Sherwood District Council hosted the fourth annual Newark and Sherwood Economic Growth Conference 2024 on Thursday 10 October. It was held at The Renaissance at Kelham Hall and the conference theme was ‘Technology, skills and the future of business in Newark and Sherwood.’
Posted on: Friday, October 25, 2024Historical comedy character Professor Edvard Von Goosechaser has been entertaining crowds at the National Civil War Centre for the past 7 years and now he’s back with hilarious hellraising show Sects and Violence, perfect for the Halloween season.
Posted on: Wednesday, October 23, 2024Residents are invited to join a unique and engaging workshop led by the Open Doors team, from the National Civil War Centre, at Edwinstowe Library on Tuesday 29 October, 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Posted on: Tuesday, October 22, 2024The National Civil War Centre is soon to unveil a new and vibrant exhibition, ‘A Polish Heart Beats Here’, celebrating the rich and diverse Polish culture within Newark and Sherwood.
Posted on: Tuesday, October 22, 2024We do all we can to support businesses to grow in our district. Whether it be supporting with business advice or providing access to grant finder programmes, we’re here to help!
Posted on: Tuesday, October 22, 2024Over the past month, Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Environmental Protection, Community Protection and Licensing Officers have taken part in two successful multiagency operations, cracking down on rogue traders carrying waste without the correct documents.
Posted on: Tuesday, October 22, 2024