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Sconce and Devon Park

Newark’s largest open space includes a children’s play area, fitness trail, cafe and a network of pathways suitable for prams and pushchairs.

Sconce and Devon Park, Newark and Sherwood, NG24 4AU

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Surround yourself with civil war history and discover the very best of the great outdoors at Sconce and Devon Park.

The park has been awarded Green Flag status in recognition of its excellent range of facilities, maintenance standards and opportunities for community involvement.

Facilities

  • 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 mini soccer pitches and a football changing pavilion
  • network of pathways suitable for prams and wheelchairs
  • parking and public toilets
  • park ranger service
  • fitness trail circuit
  • wildlife pond
  • Memorial Rose Garden

Activities

Follow the Sconce and Devon Park Facebook page for more information about our events and to join in the conversation.

Get involved

Conservation volunteering

Interested in learning new skills, making friends and helping maintain the park? Volunteering sessions are held each week.

Contact ranger Simon Hill to get involved: 

Email: simon.hill@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk

Friends of Sconce and Devon Park

The Friends of Sconce and Devon Park is a group of volunteers who help with the management and maintenance of the park. The Friends meet every other month and new members are always welcome. For more information contact ranger Simon Hill: 

Email simon.hill@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk

Park rules

Help us prevent fire, litter and wildlife damage. BBQ's, campfires and fireworks are not permitted in the park.

Sky lanterns and helium balloon releases are now banned in our council parks.

Dogs

Dog owners must ensure that their dogs are safe at all times and not creating a nuisance or danger for anyone else.

Dogs must not harm or worry the park’s wildlife.

It is the law for dogs in public spaces to:-

  • be microchipped
  • wear a collar
  • wear an identity tag

It is an offence to not pick up dog mess in the district with penalties of up to £1000. Dog mess is a health hazard.

Our park rangers and council public protection officers can request that dogs are put on their lead if they feel a dog is not under control or causing a problem.