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Newark and Sherwood community grant scheme - Community Sustainability
Newark and Sherwood Community Grant Scheme aims to support District based constituted groups, charities and not-for profit organisations with projects or initiatives that align to the Council’s Community Plan objectives. The scheme recognises the ...
Craft studios and workshops - Business units to rent
An imaginative conversion of the Victorian stables of Edwinstowe Hall into 16 individual studios, Sherwood Forest Art and Craft Centre is just a few minutes’ walk from the Major Oak and RSPB Visitor Centre. Each studio includes: track lighting sy...
Craft studios - Sherwood Forest Arts and Crafts Centre
The centre is a working art and craft centre with an extensive variety of arts and crafts where you can see craft workers putting the finishing touches to original gifts and products. There are eleven studios enclosed by a glass foyer and five more s...
Memorial Rose Gardens
Our parks can provide a place to unwind, feel calm, be in nature and take time to remember those we’ve loved and lost. Our new Memorial Rose Gardens at Sconce and Devon Park and Vicar Water Country Park now offer the chance to include a physical tr...
Flood wardens
The flood warden scheme is run by volunteers who operate in areas of the district that are liable to flooding. Flood wardens help by advising the Environment Agency, emergency services and local councils on conditions on the ground, prioritising any ...
Trade waste
If you own a business, you’re legally responsible for safely containing and legally disposing of any waste you produce. This applies even if you run your business from home. Your business rates do not include the cost of trade waste disposal and fa...
Delivering Infrastructure - Infrastructure to support growth
We’re looking to use a number of sources to fund the infrastructure need. In December 2011 we were the first local authority in England and Wales to introduce the (CIL). The funds obtained through CIL will be used to pay for strategic infrastructu...
Certas fuel bunker - Newark Lorry Park
Developed to allow ease of filling and movement for larger vehicles, the lorry park's 24-hour onsite Certas bunker refuelling station features four high-speed pumps. It dispenses diesel fuel, gas oil and AdBlue at speeds of up to 120 litres per min...
Reducing school waste - Greener schools programme
There are lots of ways your school can look at reducing the amount of waste you throw away.Waste prevention is a better environmental option and usually cheaper than either recycling or waste disposal. Here are some ideas to reduce the amount of wast...
Copy Bills - Ways to pay business rates
The easiest way to request a copy of your business rates bill is by completing our online form. Alternatively you can email us on business.rates@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk Please include full details of your business name, address and business rates ...
Nottinghamshire County Council - Arts development
Contact your local county councillor to find out more about how they might be able to support you....
2023 Supporting Small Business Relief Policy - Rate reliefs
In the 2022 Autumn Statement, the Chancellor announced that the 2023 Supporting Small Business (SSB) scheme will cap business rate bill increases at £600 per year for those businesses losing eligibility for some or all Small Business Rate Relief or ...
Council borrowing and investments
Why does the Council have money to invest? The funds available to the Council to invest come from a range of sources. The Council holds reserves and provisions which are held for specific, identified future expenditure. For example, the Council’s r...
Supporting the LGBT+ community
We’re making our Council LGBT+ friendly and supportive to LGBT+ staff and customers. In May we fly the rainbow flag at Castle House, celebrating the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, Interphobia and Biphobia (Idahobit). Organisati...
Building Prosperity in Newark and Sherwood
We want businesses to thrive in Newark and Sherwood. That’s why we offer a free support service to businesses looking to move to our district or those wanting to expand. We also help businesses to access financial support through a number of region...
Friends of Newark Castle - Newark Castle and Gardens
The Friends of Newark Castle are a group of volunteers who assist the council with the management and maintenance of the castle and gardens. The groups represents different users of the castle and grounds and advises the council on how to meet their ...
Criteria for TPOs - TPO criteria
A TPO can be made ‘if it appears beneficial in the interests of amenity to do so.’ The term amenity may refer to position, prominence or visibility. When deciding of a TPO is appropriate, we’ll consider: whether the tree(s) can be clearly se...
Reporting - Vulnerability Disclosure policy
If you believe you have found a security vulnerability, please submit your report to us by emailing security@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk. In your report please include details of: The website, IP or page where the vulnerability can be observed A brief...
Assessing the significance of the heritage asset - Heritage assets and planning
Understanding the significance of the heritage asset is the crucial first step and should come before designing a proposal. The HIA needs to be appropriate and proportionate to the significance of the asset, the impact on that significance and the sc...
Customer service - Our policies and procedures
Policy for Dealing with Unreasonable Behaviour (including Vexatious Complaints) (PDF File, 559kb) Customer experience strategy (PDF File, 1,600kb) ...
Reporting tree pests and diseases - Report a dangerous tree
The UK’s trees, woodlands and forests need everyone’s help to stay healthy. We can all help prevent tree diseases taking hold in the UK by being vigilant and reporting any unusual symptoms or pests on trees using Forestry England’s tree alert...
Your Health Notts - Smokefree Nottinghamshire
This is a new service that launched on 1 April 2020, providing services to help prevent people from taking up smoking and supporting people to quit. Your Health Notts is free to anyone living in Nottinghamshire or registered with a Nottinghamshire G...
Get in touch - Yorke Drive Focus
If you would like more information about this project, or to speak with a member of the team, please contact yorkedrive@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk You can also keep up to date with the latest project news by following our Yorke Drive Focus Facebook pag...
How to apply for a driver’s licence - Taxi licensing
Read all the information in the Newark and Sherwood District Council Taxi Policy 2023 (PDF File, 1,364kb). Once you are happy that you meet the necessary criteria, you should download and complete the driver application form 2024 (PDF File, 717kb). Y...
Queen Elizabeth Memorial Gardens
The Queen Elizabeth Memorial Garden is situated in the centre of Newark (NG24 1TN), alongside the established Beaumond Gardens which is a traditional Town pleasure gardens with Bowling Green and Seating. Established Hedges borders the garden with ma...
Play park maintenance - Tenancy services
The Council manages several play parks, all of which are inspected weekly by our grounds maintenance contractor. A specialist inspection company also carry out an annual inspection each summer. Any issues are passed to our appointed play park repairs...
Benefit fraud - Counter fraud
We're keen to ensure that benefits are correctly paid to those who have a true entitlement to them, but a firm stance is taken against those who abuse the system. Benefit fraud is a serious matter and a drain on public funds. Typical examples of bene...
Club premises certificate
UK licensing regulations recognise that volunteer and social clubs give rise to different issues for licensing law than commercially run premises selling directly to the public. These clubs (such as the Royal British Legion, working men's or cricket ...
Tithe Green Burial Ground - Cemeteries, crematoria and funeral assistance
Tithe Green Burial Ground near Oxton offers both woodland and meadow burials, as well as the interment of ashes. A woodland burial is where a tree is placed directly on the grave whereas a meadow burial is in an open meadow....
Rural and industrial smells and odours - Fumes and odours
In rural areas, there may be odours produced by farming or agricultural activities. Many industrial processes also have the potential to produce fumes and odours. It can be difficult to identify the source especially on industrial estates where simil...
Highway drains and land drains - Drainage
Highway drains take surface-water from the highway (roads), usually via gullies or grates set along the kerb at intervals. These are the responsibility of Nottinghamshire County Council, except in rare cases where the highway has not been adopted. La...
Other council strategies and policies - Council strategies
Anti-fraud and corruption strategy (PDF File, 658kb) Anti-money laundering policy February 2021 (PDF File, 914kb) Children and adults safeguarding policy Council enforcement policy (PDF File, 334kb) Gifts and hospitality policy (PDF File, 228kb) Pr...
Next steps - Resident Surveys
Before our current Community Plan (2023-2027) comes to an end, we will launch the next Resident Survey in preparation for building the future Community Plan. More details on how you can complete this survey will be available closer to the time....
Christmas food safety - Food safety and hygiene
From defrosting the turkey to using up leftovers safely, thinking hygienically will help keep your Christmas safe and minimise food waste over the festive period. Find tips on having a safe Christmas in the kitchen on the Food Standards Agency (FSA) ...
Battery recycling - Recycle
Did you know we’ll collect used batteries for recycling direct from your home? Once you’ve filled a bag with household batteries of any size (no car batteries, please), simply leave it on top of your green bin (where our collection teams can cl...
Statement of Accounts 2022 to 23 - Statement of accounts
Statement of Accounts 2022 to 23 (PDF File, 7,787kb) Conclusion of audit notice 2022 to 2023 [14kb] ...
Street litter notices - Street care and cleaning
If there’s a litter problem on roads and streets, we can serve a street litter notice on some premises. They mainly apply to retail food shops and ask the owners to make sure that the area around the shop is kept clean and tidy. We’ll work with o...
Newark Lorry Park
Important notice - from 1 October 2024 Newark Lorry Park will only accept SNAP, Fuel Card and credit/debit cards as payment for parking. Payment by cash will no longer be available. Located just minutes away from Newark town centre, Newark lorry pa...
BNG Habitat Banks – Call for sites - BNG Habitat Banks – Call for sites
In accordance with new Environment Act 2021 legislation, large development projects in the district will now be required to deliver a minimum BNG improvement of 10%. This is calculated via a measurement framework that accounts for the size, quality a...
Right to buy - Your home, your tenancy
In certain circumstances you have the right to buy your home. Please contact the District Council for details....
Statement of Accounts 2020 to 21 - Statement of accounts
Statement of Accounts 2020 to 2021 (PDF File, 5,068kb) Conclusion of audit notice 2020 to 2021 (PDF File, 100kb) ...
The Eatwell Guide - Healthy eating
The Eatwell Guide (PDF File, 2,464kb) helps get the balance of your diet right and applies to most people, whether you’re a healthy weight or overweight, whether you eat meat or are vegetarian. It also applies to people of all ethnic origins. Any...
Moving home - Register for Council Tax
If you’re moving into a new property in the district, register for Council Tax by completing our online form. If you’re moving out of the district or within the district let us know, so we can amend your account, by completing our moving out onli...
Moving home - Ways to pay your Council Tax
If you’re moving into a new property in the district, register for Council Tax by completing our online form. If you’re moving out of the district or within the district let us know, so we can amend your account, by completing our moving out onli...
Queen Elizabeth Memorial Gardens - Community centres
Please use the below to book either Chairs, Easels, or Tables for a set time. If the person booking could be present 5-10 minutes before the booked time to direct staff as to where they would like the equipment set up. Please report any broken equip...
The Bandstand - Getting married at Newark Castle
Get married under the Bandstand in the centre of Newark Castle for full on wow-factor. Your guests will be able to admire the historic walls and beautifully kept gardens while they await the bride's arrival. The Bandstand is the perfect location for ...
Community, arts and leisure
Get information about Newark and Sherwood’s parks and green spaces, leisure centres and local community clubs and groups....
Careline Privacy Notice
This Privacy notice explains how Newark and Sherwood District Council process personal data to deliver the Careline Service...
Empty properties
If a property is furnished but not occupied no Council Tax discount will apply. A full Council Tax discount applies for the first 28 days from when a property first becomes unfurnished and unoccupied. After this time a full charge is payable. This di...
Street care and cleaning
The Council is responsible for keeping all Council land clear of waste. You can help by reporting any areas where you spot issues with litter or refuse. We’re not responsible for cleaning private land or land owned by other public bodies. But we ca...