April

Update from Newark and Sherwood District Council in relation to an unlawful development in Weston

Latest update as of Thursday 22 May 2025: On 7 May 2025, we attended court to seek an extension to the injunction previously obtained on land at Weston.  Approved at court, the terms of the injunction include a maximum cap of caravans and motor homes on the site.  A list of all persons living on the site has also been provided to the court.  While we are continuing to prepare our defence for the appeal that has been made by the occupiers on this site, the injunction and its terms remain in force. This means that no more caravans, motorhomes or people can move onto the site. We are monitoring the site very closely and would apply to the court to take appropriate action if the injunction was breached.

Grass allowed to grow for No Mow May to support biodiversity across the district

It’s another year of No Mow May meaning throughout May, Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Street Scene Team will carefully select areas around the district that will be left to grow.  This will allow nature to take its course and provide wonderful biodiverse habitats for our district’s wealth of insects and wildlife.

You are invited to the official opening of the Sherwood Avenue Play Park!

To celebrate the redevelopment of the Sherwood Avenue Play Park, Newark and Sherwood District Council and Newark Town Council are hosting a free family fun opening event on Saturday 17 May 2025.

Statement regarding unauthorised encampment on Beacon Hill at Collis Close in Newark

17.04.2025 UPDATE: A Newark and Sherwood District Council Spokesperson, said:“ We understand that the unauthorised encampment at Collis Close in Newark has now moved on.

Palace Theatre Newark Summer Brochure out now!

Are you looking for the perfect summer night out? The new Palace Theatre brochure is bursting at the seams with an exciting line-up of shows that promises something for everyone.

The 2025/2026 Community Grant Scheme is open for applications!

Newark and Sherwood District Council have today launched their 2025/2026 Community Grant Scheme. The grant scheme gives community groups, charities and eligible parish councils from across the district the chance to apply for up to £20,000 to help deliver projects and initiatives that will improve the lives of residents.

Unlock your business’ potential with the District Council’s business support surgery

Due to success of previous support surgeries, the District Council are again offering businesses the opportunity to receive free tailored advice via their business support surgery. This initiative is part of the District Council’s wider package of support as part of their work to help boost the local economy.

A Great British Spring Clean success

The Great British Spring Clean has been a success around Newark and Sherwood once again, thanks to the 250 dedicated local volunteers who took part.

District Council invites views on its Strategic Housing and Employment Land Availability Assessment Draft Methodology

Newark and Sherwood District Council is inviting comments on its Strategic Housing and Employment Land Availability Assessment (SHELAA) Draft Methodology.

Striking a chord in Newark and Sherwood

Newark and Sherwood District Council want to celebrate and promote the benefits of music to the community and following huge local interest in its Alive with Music programme, has appointed a freelance music network co-ordinator to push forward the district’s music agenda.

Important information about Council Tax email

This week our Council Tax team sent emails to some residents. These emails were sent on Monday 31 March, between 11.39am and 11.50am.  

“Local government touches the lives of everybody, every day”

Newark and Sherwood District Council has published its latest Community Plan, setting out its priorities and major areas of work over the next two years.

Become a star baker in the Great Newark and Sherwood Cake Bake

This Easter, children and teenagers across Newark and Sherwood will be able to channel their inner Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood in the District Council’s Great Newark and Sherwood Cake Bake!

District Council commits to tackling and supporting survivors of Domestic Abuse

Newark and Sherwood District Council is committed to reducing crime and anti-social behaviour across the district. One key area it is focusing on is tackling, and supporting survivors of, domestic abuse.

Join your nearest estate walkabout to have your say on your neighbourhood

Newark and Sherwood District Council is launching its estate walkabouts and both tenants and residents are invited to join.