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Newark and Sherwood District Council owns around 5,500 homes for social and affordable rent and is committed to improving their service for all their tenants.  There are plans to further invest in the repairs service, building safety, and meet energy-efficiency targets by 2030. In order to achieve these objectives, rent and services charges to tenants have been reviewed.

Newark Market Place will be transformed into a spectacle of light and flame this spring for the next fantastic town centre event from Newark Cultural Consortium’s programme Newark Creates.

A mini exhibition at the National Civil War Centre is now on display, offering an insight into food and drink preparation through the decades. Celebrating the display’s location, in the foyer between the museum and Café Nineteen20, the objects all have a catering theme and evoke memories and images of kitchens over the past 100 years.

As part of their work to support the local economy Newark and Sherwood District Council are offering free tailored business support sessions aimed at helping local businesses grow and thrive.

2025 marks 400 years since King Charles I's accession to the throne and the National Civil War Centre is marking the anniversary with some special events in its newly released talks programme.

We know that Southwell Leisure Centre and the closure of its pool has been important for residents and we want to keep you informed of the current position. Our Leader, Councillor Paul Peacock, has provided the following statement. 

I’m sure I’m not the only one who can’t believe how quickly time passes every year. To be celebrating 2024 and looking ahead to 2025 seems almost unbelievable but as I do so, I am proud of what Newark and Sherwood District Council has achieved over the last year and am excited about what is coming to our district in the year ahead too. 

The spirit of Christmas is all about giving so once your Christmas tree has finished providing joy in your home, why not give back to the environment by recycling it! Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Christmas Tree Recycling Scheme is back for another year and residents can book a collection now.

Newark and Sherwood District Council has committed to doing even more to tackle domestic abuse and provide extra support to survivors of abuse.

Check out our adjusted schedule during the Christmas and New Year period.