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Infrastructure delivery plan
The Infrastructure Delivery Plan has helped us gather information on current infrastructure provision throughout the district and to establish future infrastructure requirements and costs. Infrastructure Delivery Plan Update (2023) TI 2 Infrastructur...
Active Travel Study - Infrastructure to support growth
In recent years the Government has sought to invest in towns, cities and neighbourhoods to deliver projects which support more active short journeys. This means making active travel more inclusive by removing barriers that make it harder for some to ...
Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery
The Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery is an exciting weekly lottery that raises money for good causes in the district. Each ticket is £1 and players have a 50-to-one chance of winning one of the prizes, which range from the jackpot to free ticke...
Kelham Solar Farm
The Kelham Appeal is a Public Inquiry that relates to a planning application reference 23/01837/FULM at “Land To The West Of Main Street, Kelham”. The scheme is as follows: “Proposed ground mounted photo voltaic solar farm and battery energy ...
What happens if archaeological interest is identified at a development site? - Archaeology
If a proposed development site includes, or has the potential to include, heritage assets with archaeological interest, developers must submit an appropriate desk-based assessment and, where necessary, a field evaluation. Desk-based archaeological as...
Changes to Terms - Terms of use
We may update these terms of use from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page which is accessible from the log in page of MyHome, and it is your responsibility to review them regularly. ...
Trees and woodlands - Greener schools programme
Here in Nottinghamshire, we have one of the UK’s most well-known forests in Sherwood Forest. Students can learn about the sustainable management of the forest at Sherwood Pines where groups can get involved in a range of learning activities combin...
Safe spaces - Where can I get help?
Safe Spaces aren't just for contacting a domestic abuse helpline. If want to leave an abusive relationship, and need somewhere private to get things sorted, Safe Spaces are open for you. Find a safe space in a bank or pharmacy near you. Every Jo...
District and County councillors - Rufford Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Rainworth North and Rufford) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County council website...
District and County councillors - Wellow Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Rainworth North and Rufford) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County council website...
District and County councillors - Wigsley Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Rainworth North and Rufford) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County council website...
Neighbourhood and housing strategy
Find out more information regarding the Council’s Neighbourhood Planning including Neighbourhood Plans and Affordable Housing development....
Cancelling a repair appointment - How to report a repair
Our online repair reporting service is now offline until late May while we work on bringing in an improved housing management system and repair reporting service. If you need to cancel a repair, please call 01636 650 000....
Registering a birth - Register a birth, death or marriage
You are legally required to register the birth of a new-born. To do this, you will need to make an appointment at your nearest register office. More information about registering a birth can be found on the County Council website....
Parks and gardens
Enjoy a stroll in the fresh air, let the kids run wild on a play park, or get active on a fitness trail. From the ancient woodland of Sherwood Forest to wildlife havens created from former industrial landscapes, Newark and Sherwood has a whole variet...
Who creates a Neighbourhood Plan? - Neighbourhood planning
Neighbourhood plans and neighbourhood development orders can only be prepared by a Parish or Town Council in parished areas. In areas where there is no Parish or Town Council, a neighbourhood forum can lead on coordinating neighbourhood planning for ...
Security - Newark Lorry Park
Our site is Park Mark accredited, meaning it has been assessed by the British Parking Association for its management and maintenance, effective surveillance and high level of lighting, signage and cleanliness. The site is fully secured with fencing...
Farnsfield Community Spaces - Community litter picks
Farnsfield Community Spaces helps to look after Farnsfield village, keeping it clean and tidy. They plant up and look after the village flower troughs, plant spring bulbs, litter pick and help prepare for the annual best kept village competition and ...
Car parking enforcement
We are jointly responsible for parking enforcement in our area, alongside Nottinghamshire County Council and six other district councils. Since 2008 most parking restrictions can be enforced by Civil Enforcement Officers (traffic wardens) working on ...
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 ...
Newark Festival of Food
Get your taste buds ready - Newark’s first-ever Festival of Food is landing this summer, and it’s bursting with flavour! Launching on Saturday 2 August, the weekend kicks off with live cooking demos, free tasters, and talks from local growers...
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...
New Register of Electors - Register of Electors annual canvass
Annual registration forms will be delivered to every household in the District from Monday 11 August 2025, to make sure we know who is eligible to register to vote. A new Register of Electors will be published from 1 December 2025 and will be used at...
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...
Procedure for giving a TEN - Temporary events notice
You will need to submit your completed TEN at least ten clear working days prior to your event start date. This does not include the day the TEN is received and the day of the event. Please note, Bank Holidays and weekends are also not included. The ...
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...
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....
Council Tenants who wish to complain about tenancy related matters - Customer complaints and feedback
If you are a council tenant you may wish to complain about a matter specifically related to your tenancy. You can do this is any of the ways described above. You can also make contact with the Housing Ombudsman at any point for additional support, an...
Tenant Annual Report
We are pleased to present our Tenant Annual Report 2024-25 (PDF File, 27,440kb) This report provides an overview of the housing services we deliver at Newark and Sherwood District Council. We hope it gives you an honest assessment of both what we do...
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...
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...
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...
Parkrun - Vicar Water Country Park
Parkrun is a free event open to all ages and abilities which takes place here on Saturdays at 9am. You can run or walk the 5k course at your own pace. Find out more and register for parkrun on their website....
Junior Rangers
Junior Rangers involves learning and discovery that’s in tune with nature and the great outdoors. Participants will take part in fun outdoor activities in our local parks and woodland. Open to children in year groups 5, 6 and 7, Junior Rangers aims...
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...
Privacy - Terms of use
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Any personal information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of managing your account and providing the services offered by the portal. For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy. ...
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...
Annual review of complaints - Housing service performance
One of the requirements of the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code, is that the Council publishes an annual review of complaints relating to housing services. This report details the number of complaints received, the response times and importa...