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Newark and Sherwood District Council is continuing its programme of business support with a fully funded support surgery at Newark Beacon Business Centre on Thursday, 5 February.

Councillor Andy Freeman, Chair of Planning Committee at Newark and Sherwood District Council, has addressed comments made by MP Robert Jenrick on Facebook in an open letter regarding the decision to grant planning permission in respect of land to the South East of Bullpit Road in Balderton and comments made about second home Council Tax.

The generosity of Newark and Sherwood residents has shone brighter than ever this festive season, with an incredible 535 donated presents ensuring hundreds of local people in need will wake up to a gift on Christmas morning. This remarkable total represents a 73% increase on last year’s 309 gifts; an additional 226 presents shared with those who need them most.

Students at Newark’s world-renowned School of Musical Instrument Crafts have been challenged to revive music from nearly a millennium ago by constructing medieval musical instruments as part of their annual ‘Fiddle Race’ event.

Edwinstowe Community Cricket Club is celebrating the completion of major improvements to its facilities following funding secured from Harworth Group plc, a leading regeneration and strategic landowner and developer, linked to their £52m investment at Thoresby Vale.

Newark and Sherwood District Council is proud to announce the installation of a new  relief on the statue of General Władysław Sikorski at Newark Cemetery, further commemorating the enduring bond between Newark and the Polish community.

Newark and Sherwood District Council is proud to mark 2025 as a year of significant investment, community spirit, and tangible improvements delivered for residents across the district. From multi-million-pound regeneration projects to environmental milestones, the Council has worked tirelessly to enhance the quality of life for all.

Newark and Sherwood District Council is taking steps to support Parish and Town Councils by continuing to develop neighbourhood plans following the withdrawal of government funding.

When the decorations come down and the festivities fade, your real Christmas tree can spread some further cheer by helping the environment. Newark and Sherwood’s District Council’s Christmas Tree Recycling Scheme is back, making it easy for residents to recycle their trees and support local green projects.