July

New temporary accommodation officially opened

Newark and Sherwood District Council has officially opened its new temporary accommodation, Alexander Lodge and marked the opening with a family-fun activity day for the residents and local community.

Newark and Sherwood District Council launches photographic competition.

With almost everyone having access to a camera these days, whether it’s on a phone, digital camera or old school film, Newark and Sherwood District Council want to see the best shots of the district.

Consultation Launched to Inform Solar Energy Planning Approach

A new consultation is being launched to seek local opinions on solar energy and inform the development of a new Supplementary Planning Document, a draft of which was discussed at this week’s Newark and Sherwood District Council Cabinet Meeting. Once finalised, this document will become part of the Council’s Local Development Framework and be used to help determine future planning applications.

Fascinating archaeological discoveries found during work on 32 Stodman Street

Archaeology work in Newark has identified Medieval features including walls, wells, enclosure boundaries and pits, one of which contained a fully intact horse burial.  Other discoveries include roof tiles, pottery, metalwork, and animal bones. These are just some of the amazing finds discovered by archaeologists as part of the redevelopment at 32 Stodman Street.

The District Council announces enhanced Public Space Protection Orders, shaped by local community

The District Council is pleased to announce that work towards creating a safer Newark and Sherwood continues, with the final approval and implementation of updated Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) across key areas of the district.

Getting to know our tenants

Newark and Sherwood District Council have rolled out a programme of visits to all 5383 tenants in order to get to know them and to ensure tenants know how to get involved in services and scrutinise performance, signpost for any support needs and check their home is safe and secure.

District Council Pledges To Do More To Alleviate Flooding

Newark and Sherwood District Council has pledged to continue its hard work to alleviate local flooding and to seek more support from Government. At Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, councillors confirmed their support for a Motion made last week by Councillor Paul Taylor which will see the District Council lobby local MPs, East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward and the Government for support, both financial and in reviewing and developing regulations and legislation.

Sherwood Community Tree Nursery grows with District Council support

A unique community tree nursery in Sherwood Forest is thriving thanks to a grant from Newark and Sherwood District Council.

International quality mark awarded to five Newark and Sherwood parks and green spaces

Newark and Sherwood District Council is thrilled to announce that five of the district’s parks have successfully retained their Green Flag Award status for yet another year, a testament to the district’s commitment to preserving and enhancing its green spaces.

Questions and Answers – Lowfield Lane

Questions and answers regarding the upcoming planning application for a site on Lowfield Lane.

Book Bench Trail Now Open In Newark

Newark has had a vibrant makeover in the past week as brightly coloured sculptures of benches shaped like books have been installed around the town. These are part of a project by Newark Creates, a cultural programme led by Newark Cultural Consortium with Inspire Culture, Learning and Libraries and Newark and Sherwood District Council as main partners. The programme is funded by Newark Heart and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund which is providing £2.6 billion of new funding to local authorities to invest in unique opportunities within their district.

Newark Creates Celebrates New Funding With More Fantastic Events For All

Newark Creates, which has been organising free events across the town over the past three years, including the exciting just-launched BookBench trail, is delighted to announce that it is now being supported by Newark Town Board’s Newark Heart project.

Work to redevelop Sherwood Avenue Play Park has begun

Newark and Sherwood District Council and Newark Town Council are excited to announce that work has officially begun on the ambitious redevelopment of Sherwood Avenue Play Park.

Work Set To Begin To Bring Ollerton Hall Back To Life

Newark and Sherwood District Council is delighted to confirm that works are finally set to start at Ollerton Hall. A set of keys was handed over last week to Severns (Ollerton) Limited who will soon begin work to sympathetically restore and transform the hall into 8 apartments.

Future plans for Clipstone and Ollerton to be revealed at community drop-in events

Plans for the regeneration of two Nottinghamshire towns are being shared with local people in Ollerton and Clipstone this month. The drop-in events are taking place on:

Experience the Magic of Outdoor Theatre at Newark Castle

This summer, the stunning grounds of Newark Castle are set to transform into a stage for another spectacular season of fantastic outdoor theatre as the Palace Theatre takes its magic outside of its renowned building! With five diverse shows lined up from July through August, Newark Castle is once again set to become the venue for unforgettable theatre experiences, offering something for everyone!

General Election 2024

Newark Constituency

The results of the Newark constituency have been announced. Robert Jenrick has won the seat in Newark receiving 20,968 votes. 

Make your summer sizzle with the Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery

Sign up and support a good cause today and not only will you be in with the chance of winning weekly cash prizes of up to £25,000, but if you enter before Saturday 27 July, you will be in with the chance of winning the Ultimate Summer BBQ Party Ninja Bundle, all for just £1 a week.

Newark celebrates Armed Forces Day

To mark Armed Forces Day this year, Newark hosted a military parade and event in the Royal Market and Town Hall. The event was kicked off by a performance from the RAF Cranwell Military Wives’ Choir which included a stunning rendition of “We’ll Meet Again” outside the Town Hall.