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I want to make a change to my property. Do I have to tell you? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
If you want to make any change such as putting up a shed, a porch, a satellite dish or make changes such as replacing your kitchen or bathroom you need to get permission from us first. More information on the types of requests that require permission...
Information for New Residents
If you are either new to Newark or Sherwood, or moving home within the district, this handy guide will provide you with some information that you might need to know! Firstly, we hope you enjoy your new home, settle in quickly and enjoy all the wonder...
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...
Long distance walks - Walking in Newark and Sherwood
Fancy a challenge? There are a number of long distance walks running through the district which you can walk in stages. The Robin Hood Way (107 miles) features areas of Nottinghamshire associated with the legendary figure of Robin Hood and his exploi...
Irena Sendler Young Person Award
Newark and Sherwood District Council and Newark Town Council have launched the Irena Sendler Young Person Award. The award scheme is open to all Newark and Sherwood schools and welcomes nominations for young people who have supported, assisted and he...
No scheduled May 2026 elections
There will be national and regional media coverage of scheduled local elections taking place across the country and whilst some local authorities are holding their elections, residents in the Newark & Sherwood district are advised that no local elect...
Flooding concerns - Drainage
If you are concerned about flooding, what you can do to prevent flooding or help available, our may be able to answer your query....
Consultation on tenant satisfaction measures
Newark and Sherwood District Council tenants were encouraged to take part in a national survey from the Regulator of Social Housing which was seeking views on its proposals for tenant satisfaction measures. These measures are part of changes to consu...
Development Consultation Forum
Proposed Development Consultation Forum regarding proposed development at Land off Lower Kirklington Road, Southwell Jigsaw Planning and Development Ltd has requested pre-application advice concerning potential access arrangements for allocated site ...
How will it affect me/what do I need to do? - The digital phone switchover
The good news is – your landline isn’t going anywhere and for most consumers and businesses, this change will be straight forward. In fact, many customers are already making the switch when they upgrade to full fibre broadband. Your telecoms prov...
Proclamation of the Accession of King Charles III
Councillor Sue Saddington, Chairman of Newark and Sherwood District Council, said: “I was honoured to deliver the Newark and Sherwood Proclamation of the Accession of His Majesty King Charles III at Castle House this afternoon (Sunday 11 September)...
Contaminated land
The UK has a lot of land that’s contaminated with materials from previous use. This can result in soil and groundwater pollution and potentially cause harm to human health, watercourses and ecosystems. Examples of industrial processes that may have...
Tackling Domestic Abuse Newsroom - Further information
Further information about the District Council’s work on tackling domestic abuse is available in our newsroom and by clicking on the relevant links below. Articles are shown in reverse chronological order, from newest to oldest. April 2025 District...
Education - Support for older people
Adult and community learning (Inspire Culture) Newark and District University of the Third Age (U3A) University of the Third Age (U3A) Lincoln, Newark and Gainsborough College University of Lincoln Vision West Notts Nottingham Trent Universit...
Air quality in Newark and Sherwood - Air pollution
We review and assess local air quality on an annual basis and submit a report of our findings to the government. Read the 2025 Newark and Sherwood air quality annual report (PDF File, 1,158kb) Each year the report updates the information since the la...
Flooding Guidance - Flooding information hub
To keep up to date with the latest information, please visit our website page. What to do after a flood FAQs Helpful contact information during a flood If you are experiencing flooding from a watercourse, surface water or groundwater, call 0125...
Garden bonfires
Bonfires may be fun, but they are not usually the most environmentally friendly way of getting rid of rubbish. Bonfires cause air pollution. Burning garden waste produces smoke, especially if it is damp and smouldering rather than dry and blazing. Th...
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...
Community Link Groups - Tenant Engagement Champions
Our Community Link Groups complement and provide feedback to our Tenant Engagement Champions. Taking place at locations across the district the Groups provide a more local focus and provide an opportunity for tenants, leaseholders and residents to ...
Radon gas
Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive gas. It comes from the radioactive decay of radium, which in turn comes from the radioactive decay of uranium. It can be harmful to humans in large quantities. Radon in the soil and rocks mixes with air ...
Visitor attractions involving animals
E. coli infection can happen during visits to open farms, where it can transfer from infected animals to humans. We encourage visits to such attractions, but we also strongly recommend taking sensible precautions to help reduce the risk of illnesses ...
Boulevard and building names - Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration
As the scheme progresses, we’ll soon be naming the new boulevard and buildings located within the new development. As part of this process, we invited residents to submit their ideas for potential names and we’d like to thank everyone who contrib...
Unregistered parks and gardens - Parks and gardens conservation
Designed landscapes form an integral part of the heritage of Newark and Sherwood. Whilst a small number of the district’s historic landscapes are on the national register (and therefore receive protection in the planning system), the vast majority ...
Rubbish accumulation
As well as being an eyesore, piles of rubbish can contain material that could attract pests, substances that are hazardous to health, or be the source of bad smells. The Council investigates complaints of rubbish accumulations dumped on land. Followi...
Civil war trail - Sconce and Devon Park
Two of the eight information boards for Newark’s civil war trail are located in the park. The trail, which is accessed via an app, uses augmented reality technology. Pointing your smart phone at a still picture on the boards triggers a re-enacted v...
Light pollution
Light pollution is unwanted light from a wide variety of sources including street lights, security lights and neon signs that may increase levels of background ambient light. We investigate complaints of artificial light which may be causing a nuis...
Appointing an emergency proxy - 6 November 2025 District Council by-elections
If you became unable to vote in person since the deadline to apply to appoint a proxy at Wednesday 29 October 2025 because of either illness, due to employment, or based on photo ID, you could apply for an emergency proxy. This application form shoul...
Am I allowed pets? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
Please read section 9 of your tenancy agreement titled Animals in your property as the answer depends on your property and circumstances. Our ...
Air Quality and Planning - Air pollution
The Supplementary Planning Guidance for Air Quality (PDF File, 1,526kb) has been prepared in conjunction with the East Midlands Air Quality Network (EMAQN) and has been developed to supplement the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), with the...
Conditions of Hire
If you are in any doubt about the meaning of the following, please contact the Customer Access Service on 0845 2585550. Smoking: Smoking is not permitted in any part of the centre. Supervision: You must be over 18 years old and, during the period of...
Important Safety Statement - Conditions of Hire
The Hirer or Responsible Person shall familiarise themselves and ensure all users are familiar, with the following safety matters: a) Action to be taken in the event of a fire including calling the Fire Brigade and evacuating the Centre.b) The locati...
How can we help reduce exposure to fine particulate matter? - Smoke control areas
Operating your domestic wood burner correctly and ensuring that it is regularly maintained, including having the chimney swept at least annually, can make a huge difference to the efficiency of the burner. It will also save you money, improve perform...
Parks and gardens conservation
Historic England’s register of historic parks and gardens of special historic interest in England currently identifies over 1,600 sites. The register typically includes gardens, grounds and other planned open spaces, such as town squares which hav...
Park facilities - Sconce and Devon Park
large area of public open grass and woodlands, including Devon Pastures Local Nature Reserve Queen’s Sconce, a large civil war earthwork and new bridge children’s play area civil war trail Rumbles cafe football centre with two adult and four min...
Up and comings projects - watch this space - Boughton Community Hub
Community dog walks Free Food Market Community Litter Picks Bacon Cob Tuesday – Coffee morning to meet with other residents in the area Training on the web – using ipads ...
Newark Construction College
The Construction College is an identified Newark Town Investment Plan project which delivers new training opportunities for young people and retraining for adults in Newark with the intention of securing both employment and high qualifications with...
Warning signs of unsafe appliances - Carbon Monoxide
Apart from the symptoms you, others, or your pets may experience in your home there are some other signs of a carbon monoxide leak: Lazy yellow or orange flames instead of crisp blue. Dark staining around appliances. Pilot lights frequently blowing ...
Recent and upcoming projects - Motion for the Ocean
Graffiti Hotspot Transformation In April 2024, pupils from Barnby Road Academy helped to transform a graffiti hotspot with bright and colourful works of art at Barnby Road bridge underpass. Councillor Paul Taylor, Portfolio Holder for Public Protecti...
Right to Buy - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy my Council property? Most secure tenants have the right to buy their Council property when they have spent at least three years as a public sector tenant. More information can be found on the Government Right to Buy website. How do I apply...
Low Cost Home Ownership - Affordable housing development
Apart from renting there are also options to purchase homes at an affordable level. These are explained on the Own Your Home website. There are a number of homes that you can purchase through the shared ownership scheme. For more information on your ...
Voluntary parking charge - Sconce and Devon Park
The parks have a voluntary pay and display scheme. If you drive to the park you can make a parking donation of £1 for a day, or buy a season ticket for £20. Donations will be reinvested in the parks, but charges are not compulsory and you won't be ...
How much will it cost? - Industrial emissions
There’s an application fee and an annual subsistence for the permit. Download a list of the latest charges for environmental permits (PDF File, 135kb) in Newark and Sherwood....
Yorke Drive Focus
Additional funding secured for more energy efficient homes On Monday 24 November, it was announced that an additional £1m has been awarded to the Yorke Drive project by the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA). This additional funding wi...
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) - Trees and nature conservation
Mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) came into force on 12 February 2024. This means that when putting in a planning application developers need to show how 10% BNG can be achieved on site, or off-site locations as close as possible to the developme...
Newark Castle Gatehouse Consultation
During 2022, development funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund enabled us to spend 12 months consulting with local communities about what you would like to see in the Castle's future. Over 600 individuals and groups joined in the conversati...
Junior Rangers - Sconce and Devon Park
Our park rangers offer featuring a fun outdoor learning programme for children years 5, 6 and 7. It’s available in Sconce and Devon and Vicar Water Country Park....
Memorial Rose Garden - Sconce and Devon Park
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...
Smoke control areas
Certain parts of Newark and Sherwood have been classified by the Council as smoke control areas. Under the Clean Air Act, local authorities may declare the whole or part of their district as a smoke control area. Read the smoke control order for New...
Fitness trail challenge - Sconce and Devon Park
Why not try out the six-station fitness trail which includes an abs bench, balance beams, leap frog and parallel bars? The stations are placed in a circular 600-metre course around the park with an information board at the beginning of the trail to g...
What are the risks in your home? - Carbon Monoxide
Any fuel that burns can produce carbon monoxide if there is not enough ventilation. This includes: Gas, coal, wood, coke, biofuel, oil, petrol, and diesel. Appliances such as fires, cookers, stoves, room heaters, water heaters, and barbecues. Key s...