Guided Park Ranger walks - Vicar Water Country Park

Regular guided walks with our fantastic Park Rangers are held one a month at Sconce and Devon Park and Vicar Water Country Park, and everyone is welcome to join for free! Each month there will be a route organised around Sconce and Devon and around...

Guided Park Ranger walks

Regular guided walks with our fantastic Park Rangers are held one a month at Sconce and Devon Park and Vicar Water Country Park, and everyone is welcome to join for free! Each month there will be a route organised around Sconce and Devon and around V...

Disputed invoices - Making payments to the Council

If you disagree with the invoice/account or it is unclear why it has been sent to you, please contact us immediately either by telephone or in writing. It’s important that you get in touch straight away if you have a query on the invoice/account o...

Legislative framework - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029

This strategy sets out the measures we are taking to meet the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation, including: Human Rights Act 1998 The Human Rights Act 1998 is a significant piece of legislation in the United Kingdom...

Community trigger

If a ASB Case Review submission meets certain requirement, a review will be undertaken by the local Community Safety Partnership (CSP). This means agencies will meet to: share information review what action has been taken decide whether additional a...

Search

Please note, our website is being updated so some sections of the website will not appear in these search results. Please click on the following links for information on bins, waste and recycling, births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships, Co...

Types of housing with support - Older people's housing needs

There are a range of housing options to consider where support is available. We run three extra care schemes in the district, others are run by housing associations with a range of options to buy or rent. Each scheme has different facilities and serv...

Resident health and wellbeing

Find out how you could lead a healthier lifestyle and the schemes available to you. If you need help or support, download this guide to support services in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Nottinghamshire Signposting leaflet (PDF File, 1,108kb) Livi...

Community and Sports Awards 2026

The Newark and Sherwood Community and Sports Awards 2026, organised by Newark and Sherwood District Council in partnership with Radio Newark, will be taking place on Friday 25 September at The Renaissance at Kelham Hall in Newark at 18:30. The event ...

What if the dog warden has not got my dog? - Lost Animals

You can also try contacting: your local police station or call 101 Doglost neighbouring councils RSPCA Radcliffe-on-Trent Animal Shelter - 0115 933 4422 or info@rspca-radcliffe.org.uk Jerry Green Dog Rescue Centre, Blidworth - 01623 792 886 or nott...

Renters Rights Act 2025 - Update - Advice for private landlords

Overview New rental laws are coming soon. We expect the Bill to come in late 2025. There are big changes that landlords and tenants need to know about. The Council can take enforcement action if landlords do not comply with the new law, including fin...

Postal and Proxy voting - 12 February 2026 Neighbourhood Plan Referendum

Postal voting If you would like to apply to vote by post, the deadline to apply for this referendum was 5pm on Wednesday 28 January 2026. You can still apply to vote by post online or complete a paper application form which is available from the Elec...

Intake Wood

Intake Wood (NG21 9EZ) lies within the heart of the historic Sherwood Forest area, with the land originally forming part of the medieval Royal Hunting Forest. At that time traditional habitats would have been a mix of heathland, acid grassland and s...

Transport and roads

Nottinghamshire County Council is responsible for our highways and looks after the roads in our district. You can find out more information on the following areas on its website: Public transport, including bus timetables Road maintenance, including...

Local wildlife sites - Nature Reserves

Acting on information supplied by the Nottinghamshire Biological and Geological Records Centre (NBGRC), Nottinghamshire has designated a series of local wildlife sites for their local nature conservation value. Collectively, these sites form an esse...

Housing Strategy - Neighbourhood and housing strategy

In line with our core strategies and Community Plan, we have created a Housing Strategy and Delivery Plan 2023 - 2028 (PDF File, 1,390kb) for the period 2023-2028. The new strategy is developed to include action plans that cover national, regional an...

Winter driving advice - Winter safety

Fog and icy road conditions bring a whole set of additional hazards but a bit of forward planning goes a long way. Set your alarm 15 minutes early so you have time to sit with your car as it warms up and then have a bit more time to make your journey...

Local venues, community centres and village halls - Arts directory

Muskham rural community centre A multifunctional venue for the whole community. Find out more on the Muskham rural community centre website and see the latest events on the Muskham Facebook page. Lifespring church and centre, New Ollerton The main h...

Tune in to local radio - Weather warnings

Weather warnings and emergency information will also be broadcast on local radio - tune in to: BBC Radio Nottingham - 103.8 and 95.5 FM Radio Newark on DAB ...

Business support - Grants and awards

For more information on the latest business support schemes please visit Invest Newark and Sherwood....

Trees near roads and highways - Report a dangerous tree

Alternatively, contact Nottinghamshire County Council to deal with street trees and trees affecting county roads, road verges and surfaced public rights of way. Contact National Highways about problem trees on motorways and trunk roads in Nottingha...

EEDI glossary - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029

Discrimination: Unfair or unequal treatment of an individual or group based on certain characteristics, such as race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or age. Diversity: The presence and inclusion of different types of people, recognising and ...

Key documents - Amended core strategy DPD

In adopting the amended core strategy the following documents are available on our website, have been placed on deposit at Castle House and local libraries in the district. Amended Core Strategy DPD (March 2019) (PDF File, 15,555kb) Amended Core Stra...

Find out the latest flooding warnings - Am I at risk of flooding?

You can check for flooding on the government website.  Visit our flood warnings page to find out more about the flood warning system and how to sign up for alerts form the Environment Agency’s Floodline. Check local media and local weather ...

Halt plan to turn town centre garden into car park

At its meeting on 7 March 2019, the council received a petition titled ‘Help to halt plans to turn a town centre garden into a car park’ signed by 1770 online and via a paper petition. As the petition had received over 500 signatures, there was a...

Local disease outbreaks - Infectious diseases

We’re often required to investigate local issues and to carry out sampling to establish possible causes. We’ll contact affected individuals and the investigation may involve the completion of a simple questionnaire, or a visit from an environment...

NSDC Housing Services Facebook Page Community Guidelines - NSDC Housing Services Facebook Page

Fostering a respectful, informative, and supportive online community In the spirit of building a vibrant, inclusive, and safe space for all our tenants, these Community Guidelines set the standards for participation on the NSDC Housing Services Faceb...

Notts Help Yourself

Notts Help Yourself enables you to search for information on local services, benefits and activities in one place. You can filter the information using a range of options including the type of service you're interested in, the location of that servi...

Film and Photography - Arts directory

Elston film club Meeting regularly in Elston Village Hall for popular film showings as part of the rural touring community cinema scheme. During the autumn and winter months Elston film Club screen a monthly community film night in Elston Village Ha...

Archaeological and researcher exploration

Archaeologists have been exploring the secrets of Newark Castle for 150 years. Learn about the latest discoveries from February 2024 in our short film. The team found evidence of industrial buildings from the mid-nineteenth century phase of the castl...

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Smoke from chimneys - Garden bonfires

Smoke from chimneys at commercial and residential premises can also be a nuisance. In some parts of the district deemed as , it’s an offence to emit smoke from a chimney....

How do I make a complaint? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions

To make a complaint, please visit our  webpage. ...

Free trees for parish councils, schools and community groups - Trees and nature conservation

Free tree packs are also available every spring for parish councils, schools and community groups. We choose trees with great wildlife value including hawthorn, blackthorn, grey willow, crab apple and rowan. Check back for updates for the free tree g...

Links with Nottinghamshire Police - CCTV

The control room has direct links with Nottinghamshire Police via dedicated police radios and a direct telephone link. We can also transmit images directly to the police control room, so that they can monitor live incidents....

Be rewarded for recycling right with Green Rewards - Great British Spring Clean

Through the app you’ll be able to earn ‘Green Points’ by reporting what sustainable actions you’re taking including reporting your recycling! Each month two winners are picked to win a voucher to spend locally! One winner is the resident to e...

Southwell Neighbourhood Plan

Amended Southwell Neighbourhood Plan Regulation 16 Consultation - 18th December 2024 to 19th February 2025 Southwell Town Council has submitted a Neighbourhood Plan proposal under Regulation 15 (1) of The Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations ...

Council social media accounts - Social media

Facebook Newark and Sherwood District Council NSDC Housing Services Palace Theatre National Civil War Centre Newark Castle Vicar Water Country Park Sconce and Devon Park Sherwood Heath Visit Newark and Sherwood Active4Today  Twitter Newark and S...

Available Activities - Parks activities

We have lots of eggs-cellent fun going on this Easter holiday! You'll be eggs-hausted! I Spy Enjoy looking at nature at little more closely with our twist on a scavenger hunt for spring, running from Tuesday 31 March - Sunday 12 April! Take a reusabl...

Trade waste payments - Making payments to the Council

You can pay your trade waste invoice online, by Direct Debit, over the phone using a card payment or at a post office, Paypoint or Payzone outlet....

Pay for parking - Making payments to the Council

PayByPhone cashless parking lets you ....

Allotments - Tenancy services

Two allotments in the district are run by our housing team in Blidworth and Epperstone. You can find out more information on the including information about how to find out about other allotment sites in the district.  ...

Links with local businesses - CCTV

The control room is in contact with more than 40 local businesses via a which enables retailers, including pubs and clubs, the control room and other organisations in Newark town centre to speak to each other, immediately....

Careline 24/7

Careline 24/7 can support you to live independently in your home, knowing there is always someone there to answer your call and providing peace of mind for you and for your family and friends. The service includes an alarm unit with a pendant connect...

Lost cats - Lost Animals

If your cat has gone missing, don’t panic, follow these steps: thoroughly search your home and garden - put out bedding and food widen your search - ask neighbours to check sheds, gardens and garages make a poster / flyer including your cats photo...

Support for community groups - Community Sustainability

Newark and Sherwood CVS are committed to supporting, empowering and connecting local Communities; driven by passion and determination, our goal is to build stronger, more empowered and sustainable communities through a model of support, community dev...

Magna Carta - King John

The Barons' war, began in 1215 when two thirds of King John’s nobility marched on London, demanding that their king obey the law. King John refused. The rebel barons seized the city, insisting that their rights be laid down in writing. King John wa...

Getting the Most from your Heating System - Gas Safety

A well-maintained heating system is important for gas safety, to avoid carbon monoxide leaks, and reduce condensation and damp. Service your boiler annually for safety and efficiency. Use your programmer and thermostat correctly: - Setting the ther...

Yorke Drive Focus

To support residents through the regeneration project, Newark and Sherwood District Council will pay for and arrange all removal costs to residents to move into their new homes (whether off the estate or to a new home being built). Following a procur...

NHS working age dementia team - Dementia support

Contact the NHS working age dementia team if you live in Nottinghamshire and are under 65, with a diagnosis of dementia. Support sessions run at various times and locations across the county, including peer support groups. Call 01623 403278 for more...