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How to get involved - RealHome
If you’re a landlord looking for suitable tenants as well as support throughout the tenancy, complete and return our online RealHome landlord application form and we’ll be in touch. Our dedicated Landlord Liaison Officer will then contact you t...
Armed forces covenant
The armed forces covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve, or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. We deliver on this promise at a local level by encouraging awareness, understanding and integration between the arme...
Miner 2 Major - Sherwood Heath
Miner to Major is an exciting five-year land management project (2019 to 2023) supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The scheme is delivering a range of projects that celebrate and help protect the diverse wildlife, important habitats and...
Miner 2 Major - Vicar Water Country Park
Miner to Major is an exciting five-year land management project (2019 to 2023) supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The scheme is delivering a range of projects that celebrate and help protect the diverse wildlife, important habitats and...
Miner 2 Major - Intake Wood
Miner to Major is an exciting five-year land management project (2019 to 2023) supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The scheme is delivering a range of projects that celebrate and help protect the diverse wildlife, important habitats and...
Success stories - Apprenticeships
Sharney Cobb After completing a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification, Sharney successfully applied for a Level 3 apprenticeship at Truly Beauty, our salon at Gladstone House. Despite the restrictions in place as a result of the pandemic she was still a...
Fees for claiming your dog back - Lost Animals
The fees include a government fee, district council charge and kennelling costs. Initial seizing and handling charge of £75 + £8 per day food, water and kennel costs. 1 day £83 2 days £91 3 days £99 4 days £107 5 days £115 6 days £123 7 days...
Submission of the Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD - Plan Review
The Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD (AADMDPD), along with its supporting documents has now been submitted to the Secretary of State to be examined by an independent planning inspector. The Submission Version of the Plan was approve...
Biodiversity - Queen Elizabeth Memorial Gardens
The community garden includes features which were designed with wildlife and sustainability in mind including: A gentle pebbled rainwater feature which runs through the garden Water butts to allow rainwater to be collected and reused in the garden. ...
Wood burning stoves - Smoke control areas
Many people across the district use a wood burning stove to keep their homes warm. Recent research has identified that they are a large contributor to air pollution. If you live in a smoke control area your burner should be an exempt appliance. This ...
What happens next? - Concessions
A final decision on all applications will be made by 15 March 2024. If the concession is awarded to you, there is an admin fee of £150 to pay when you sign the license. You are responsible for any extra costs throughout the license such as utilities...
What improvements are covered? - Warm Homes on Prescription
Depending on the existing systems in your home, the following might be recommended. Heating Improvements including: boiler repairs/replacement (please note this is not an emergency service) new heating controls insulation Making heating more afford...
Totally Locally
If every adult in Newark spent just £5 a week in our independent local shops instead of online or at the big supermarkets it would be worth an extra £5.4 million per year for the local economy, which means more jobs, better facilities and a nicer p...
How do I report anti-social behaviour? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
To report anti-social behaviour from someone that lives in a Council property, or that is affecting you as a Council tenant, you can contact us by emailing housing@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk or calling 01636 650 000. For more information on anti-soci...
Roads and travel during bad weather - Weather warnings
Nottinghamshire County Council is the local highways authority. You can report a flooded road or drainage problem online. If you think lives are endangered then call 999. Find out about current road closures and disruptions locally on the Nottingha...
Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIR) requests - Charges for information
Under the EIRs the council is permitted to make a ‘reasonable charge’ for supplying environmental information. For consistency the council will use the same charging format as for FoI requests with the exception of requests estimated to cost over...
Staff reservist policy - Armed forces covenant
We recognise the vital role of Britain's reserve forces and valuable contribution that reservists make to our defence, communities and the civilian workplace. Use the map to search reservist and cadet units within the district. We support membership...
Sherwood Heath
Why is heathland important? Heathland is important because it is the only habitat for certain species and the preferred habitat for others. Many of the plants and animals that live there have evolved over thousands of years, have specialised to suit ...
Comic Relief Community Fund (England) - Charity and community funding opportunities
Grants to grassroots community organisations with an income of less than £250,000 are now available under the Comic Relief Community Fund. There are two types of grants available to organisations whose work delivers on one of Comic Relief’s four s...
Second Publication Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD (Sep 23-Nov 23) - Previous stages of plan review
Following the First Publication Consultation in Autumn/Winter 2022, the Council decided that a Second Publication Consultation would be required due to a representation received from the Environment Agency and a change in situation regarding the Gyp...
What can you do? - Climate change emergency
Download our Nottinghamshire Wide Green Rewards App You can earn green points by shopping locally, cycling, using public transport or simply turning off the lights at home! In Newark and Sherwood, we’re giving away two vouchers each worth £20 ever...
Emergency contacts - Useful contacts
ServiceContact details Fire, Police and medical emergencies 999 Police non-emergency enquiries 101 For medical advice 111 Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service 0115 838 8100 Emergency repairs 01636 650000 and press the option for rep...
Main modifications (including minor modifications/points of clarification) - Making of the amended core strategy
The modifications, integrated impact assessments, habitats review of the final modifications, appropriate assessment and supporting documents are available to view on our website. Proposed Modifications (PDF File, 4,973kb) Representation Guidance Not...
Is there a charge for publication scheme information? - Publication scheme
We make no charge for downloading information from our website. Where it is not possible to offer a document electronically, charges may be made for photocopying, postage and packaging or costs incurred as a direct result of requesting the informatio...
CPRE Nottinghamshire Transport Survey - Wellow Parish Council
CPRE Nottinghamshire has launched a research project into public transport across the county and has created a short survey asking residents to tell them what the public transport is like where they live. The survey will run until 31 January 2022, ...
Volunteer with YMCA - Volunteering opportunities
The YMCA in Newark's Saint Mark's Lane needs volunteers for the following: Working on the till Stocking and displaying merchandise Sorting, steaming and tagging donations Help with putting on events Boost your CV, social network and job prospects...
Transitional relief - Rate reliefs
Transitional relief limits how much your bill can change each year as a result of revaluation. This means changes to your bill are phased in gradually, if you’re eligible. You get transitional relief if your: property is in England rates go up or...
Help for victims of ASB - Anti social behaviour
If you have been a victim of anti-social behaviour and need help to recover, contact Nottinghamshire Victim Care. They recognise that people have different needs when trying to recover from an ordeal and offer a range of services and support to help...
Best Bar None scheme
We’re encouraging local pubs, clubs and bars to sign up to the Best Bar None accreditation scheme. This national award scheme, piloted by Manchester police force in 2003 and supported by the Home Office, is about reducing crime, raising standards a...
Fire - Business continuity
Fire can devastate a business through loss of: stock buildings computer systems important papers Insurance can cover some costs, but the impact of long term loss of trade whilst a business is unable to run can be difficult to prevent. For informati...
Applications - Newark and Sherwood community grant scheme
Applications are invited from Friday 3 May 2024. Applications must be submitted by 4pm on Monday 3 June 2024. Please download and print off the official application form as applications can only be accepted on this form: Community Grant Scheme A...
Householder Development SPD
The Householder Development SPD (PDF File, 4,470kb) was adopted by the Council in November 2014 and sets out the Council's policy and design guidance for householder development. The supporting documents are available to view below: Householder ...
How do we measure our performance? - Community Plan
The Community Plan lays out how we will deliver for our residents, but how do we, and our residents, know that we are achieving this? We do this by reporting every quarter (every 3 months) on our performance against the Community Plan. We examine dat...
Community Chest
Community projects with the aim of making social housing areas Cleaner, Safer and Greener may be eligible for up to £1,000 of Council funding. The grants can be used to support a range of projects that will specifically improve amenities in or aroun...
Where can I find a card? - Newark Happy Families
Cards are located in the following Newark shops: Middle Gate Grace Gentle New Mode Boutique Tambo Lounge Marketplace Green Olive Café Castle Gate Access Models The Wharf Not My Monkey Stodman Street Petit Versailles Bridge Street White Ro...
Sports grants - Grants and awards
Our sports funding supports individuals and clubs, helping them to achieve their aims and aspirations in sport. Sports grants available from Active4Today, for more information click here Active Notts is the County Sports Partnership for Nottingha...
Helping you to choose appropriate accommodation - Older people's housing needs
If staying in your home is no longer the best option, we can support your move to a new home, providing help with: deciding what type of accommodation will suit you best filling in forms arranging medical assessments accompanying you to view propert...
Buying loose fruit and vegetables - Reduce
Most supermarkets now offer loose fruit and vegetables in addition to packaged items. Local greengrocers and markets also provide the opportunity to use your own shopping bag and buy loose seasonal fruit and veg. Remember: local products have a lower...
Baby Loss Awareness Week
Baby Loss Awareness Week is an opportunity for bereaved parents and their families and friends to unite with others across the world. It’s a chance to remember and commemorate lost babies’ lives. The campaign also aims to raise awareness about pr...
Smokefree enforcement - Smoking enforcement
We want to create a supportive environment where people are encouraged to comply with the smokefree laws. Our approach to enforcement is non-confrontational, focused on raising awareness and understanding. There are clear penalties including fines fo...
Capital reports and major projects
Expenditure that results in the purchase, construction or improvement of fixed assets is called capital expenditure. For this type of expenditure, the council is allowed to spread the cost over several years to reflect that the asset will continue t...
Newark Community Gardeners - Community litter picks
Volunteers from Newark Community Gardeners are avid litter pickers and regularly look after town centre areas including Friary Gardens, St Mary's Church Gardens and the Appletongate area. They also support the up-keep of green spaces at: the riversi...
Smokefree Nottinghamshire - Safety Advisory Group (SAG)
Launched by a wide range of partners across both the city and county, is working to create smokefree zones at events, especially where children are present. Where possible, there is liaison with event organisers to make whole events Smokefree. If yo...
Reducing meat in your diet - Reduce
The livestock sector generates as much greenhouse gas emissions as all cars, trucks and automobiles on earth combined. Reducing meat in our diets and shifting to more plant-based foods, is essential to combat climate change, soil, air and water pollu...
Clipstone Regeneration – Vicar Water Country Park (Phase 3) - Clipstone Regeneration
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 Welco...
Conservation areas
Conservation areas are created where a local planning authority identifies an area of special architectural or historic interest, deserving of careful management to protect its character. The first conservation areas were designated in 1967 and there...
Winter Wishes
During winter families and friends from across the district joined in with the festive celebrations and spent 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, ...
The Home Energy Conservation Act - Energy advice
The Home Energy Conservation Act (HECA) required us to prepare a report setting out the energy conservation measures that the authority considers practicable, cost-effective and likely to result in significant improvement in the energy efficiency of ...
How we prepare for emergencies - Emergencies
To prepare for possible emergencies within the District we: assess local risks in order to identify what we need to plan for write and review emergency plans train and exercise with other key local organisations such as Nottinghamshire Police to enh...
Will I have to pay? - Freedom of Information (FOI)
If you’re requesting information under the Council’s publication scheme, the scheme will tell you whether (and how much) we charge for that information. We want to make as much information available free of charge as possible. However, some publ...