2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council is making it easier to share the latest information for those that live in a council property – by launching its own tenant focused Facebook page.
Posted on: Friday, October 17, 2025There were lots to celebrate across Newark and Sherwood with a number of groups, businesses and volunteers picking up coveted awards at the East Midlands in Bloom annual competition, organised by the EMIB Regional Committee in September 2025.
Posted on: Thursday, October 16, 2025Today, Councillor Paul Peacock and Councillor Claire Penny officially signed the business case for the transformative Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration Project, marking a major milestone in the journey to revitalise the heart of Ollerton.
Posted on: Wednesday, October 15, 2025Following the success of its Green Gateways pilot scheme, Newark and Sherwood District Council is launching an annual programme to bring wildflower planting to the entrances and exits of towns and villages across the district.
Posted on: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
The Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery has drawn it’s very first £25,000 jackpot winner. A local resident from Newark, matched all six numbers in the 20 September draw and took home the top prize. The win marks the first time a resident in the district has won the jackpot since the community lottery was launched in 2021.
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Families across Newark and Sherwood are in for a treat this October Half Term, with a vibrant line-up of activities and events at the National Civil War Centre and Palace Theatre Newark. From amazing museum trails to thrilling live performances, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Posted on: Monday, October 13, 2025
A public engagement exercise with over 11,000 responses has found that people favour a North – South split when it comes to re-organising Local Government in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
Posted on: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
We have seen statements and social media content from Nottinghamshire County Council, and Rushcliffe Borough Council on the Nottingham and Nottinghamshire LGR engagement exercise. There are a number of inaccuracies we feel we need to address.
Posted on: Wednesday, October 1, 2025The Newark and Sherwood Community and Sports Awards 2025, organised by Newark and Sherwood District Council in partnership with Radio Newark, concluded with resounding success on Friday 26 September at The Renaissance at Kelham Hall in Newark. The event honoured incredible individuals who have gone above and beyond to support the community and champion the growth of sports.
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This summer, Newark and Sherwood District Council delivered a vibrant programme of activities designed to inspire healthier lifestyles, build community connections and equip young people with valuable life skills.
Posted on: Tuesday, September 30, 202520 community groups across Newark and Sherwood have received vital funding through the District Council’s Community Grant Scheme, enabling them to deliver impactful projects that support wellbeing, inclusion, and opportunity for residents.
Posted on: Friday, September 19, 2025
Significant progress is being made on the transformation of the former M&S building at 32 Stodman Street. The development is one of Newark and Sherwood District Council and Newark Town Board’s flagship projects, hoping to breathe new life into the town. The project has been supported by the Towns Deal, now integrated within the UK Government’s ‘Local Regeneration Fund.’
Posted on: Thursday, September 18, 2025
An exciting new multipurpose community classroom is now open at Sconce and Devon Park, through £24,000 grant funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Posted on: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council has provided funding to secure new competition level starting blocks for the main pool at Newark Sports and Fitness Centre which will enable Newark Swimming Club to further enhance its training environments.
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is set to create four new Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Habitat Banks across the district, marking a major step forward in its commitment to protecting and enhancing the local environment.
Posted on: Tuesday, September 16, 2025Newark and Sherwood District Council has worked in partnership with West Nottinghamshire College to launch a new programme of adult learning courses aimed at residents in Boughton and Ollerton.
Posted on: Thursday, September 11, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council has continued to make positive strides in improving the lives of residents according to its latest Community Plan Performance Report.
Posted on: Wednesday, September 10, 2025Newark and Sherwood District Council is pleased to announce a significant step forward in addressing local housing needs with plans to invest in the development of five large family-sized, level-access bungalows in Newark.
Posted on: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council is inviting residents, businesses, and visitors to view key ideas and share thoughts in the final development stage for shaping the future of Newark Town Centre.
Posted on: Monday, September 8, 2025
Almost 10,000 people across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire have shared their views on the future of local government. The survey, launched to gather public feedback on what matters most to local people and organisations, is to help shape the new authorities’ priorities.
Posted on: Friday, September 5, 2025
As summer comes to a close, Newark and Sherwood is still alive with colour, culture, and curiosity thanks to an exciting programme of events from the National Civil War Centre. Whether you're looking to get hands-on with history, unleash your creativity, or enjoy quality time with family, there’s still plenty to discover before the season ends.
Posted on: Monday, September 1, 2025
Newark R&M Cricket Club has officially opened its brand-new changing room facilities, marking a significant milestone in the club’s ongoing redevelopment project. The new facilities costing approximately £400,000 were made possible through a final £45,000 capital grant from Newark and Sherwood District Council.
Posted on: Friday, August 29, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council, in partnership with Ollerton & Boughton Town Council, is inviting residents and stakeholders to attend a public drop-in event to view the final designs for the proposed regeneration of Ollerton Town Centre. This event marks a significant milestone in the development of a vibrant and inclusive town centre that will serve the community for generations to come.
Posted on: Thursday, August 28, 2025
Newark and Sherwood’s What’s On website has officially launched, celebrating local events and activities with a vibrant new design to make it easier than ever to discover the best events, festivals and cultural experiences in the Newark and Sherwood district.
Posted on: Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Residents of Newark and Sherwood are invited to a free Flood Resilience Community Information Event on Thursday 18 September, taking place at Sconce and Devon Park from 12.30pm to 6.30pm. The event is designed to help communities better prepare for and respond to flooding, with expert advice and practical support available throughout the day.
Posted on: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
A major clean-up operation has taken place this week at Eakring Road, led by Newark and Sherwood District Council, tackling long-standing issues of fly-tipping and environmental damage.
Posted on: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
A new community sports pavilion has been built in the heart of Elston thanks to £85,000 awarded by Newark and Sherwood District Council through the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF).
Posted on: Monday, August 18, 2025
As the leaves begin to turn and the nights draw in, the Palace Theatre in Newark is preparing to welcome audiences back with a refreshed look and a packed programme of entertainment. Over the summer months, the beloved venue on Appleton Gate has been undergoing a seasonal spruce-up to ensure it’s looking its best for the upcoming autumn and winter shows.
Posted on: Friday, August 15, 2025
Latest update as of Friday 10 October: On Thursday 24 April 2025, we issued a Planning Enforcement Notice requiring the cessation of the land's use, along with the removal of all caravans and associated developments on an unlawful development in Weston.
The recipients of the notice subsequently made an appeal against the Enforcement Notice to the Planning Inspectorate, which was scheduled to be heard as part of an Inquiry in November 2025.
Posted on: Thursday, August 7, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council and Nottinghamshire Police have been working together to raise awareness and educate residents of the dangers surrounding cocaethylene.
Posted on: Wednesday, August 6, 2025People across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire are being invited to share their views on the future of local government.
Posted on: Monday, August 4, 2025
Today, Councillor Paul Peacock, Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council, has shared his delight at receiving formal notification from National Highways that funding for the A46 Newark Bypass has been secured, subject to planning approval.
Read the letter from National Highways here: A46 Newark Bypass_Spending Review Outcomes (PDF File, 272kb)
Posted on: Friday, August 1, 2025
There is just a week until Musicwalks, a free, one-day musical experience for visitors of all ages.
Posted on: Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Families looking for a free, fun and local way to spend the summer holidays are invited to take part in Rebel Rangers – a summer challenge running across Newark and Sherwood from Friday 1 August until Sunday 7 September – with prizes to be won!
Posted on: Monday, July 28, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council is committed to tackling, and supporting survivors of, domestic abuse. The District Council is seeking accreditation through the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance to make sure it is doing all it can to support anyone impacted by domestic abuse, making sure the services it provides to both the public and employees puts those impacted at the centre of everything it delivers.
Posted on: Monday, July 21, 2025Newark is commemorating its local heritage, and the life and works of one it’s most influential residents through the launch of two brand new trails and the unveiling of newly placed sculptures in his honour. One trail celebrates Robert Kiddey, a gifted sculptor, artist, and teacher whose legacy lives on through the public artworks, personal memories, and creative spirit he left behind. The second trail, Threads of Time, takes you on a journey through Newark’s past and the objects that have contributed to the rich history of the town.
Posted on: Thursday, July 17, 2025
Get your taste buds ready, Newark’s first-ever Festival of Food is landing this summer and it’s bursting with flavour, fun and fresh ideas! Running from 2 – 15 August 2025, this exciting new event, hosted in partnership by Newark and Sherwood District Council and We Are Newark, promises something for everyone.
Posted on: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
At a meeting of the Full Council last night (Tuesday 15 July), Newark and Sherwood District Council members approved a significant step forward in shaping the future of local government.
Posted on: Wednesday, July 16, 2025Newark and Sherwood District Council is celebrating a record-breaking year after receiving six prestigious Green Flag Awards, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.
Posted on: Tuesday, July 15, 2025
The final project in an initiative that gives local volunteers in Newark and Sherwood an opportunity to gain accredited skills was recently completed at Balderton Scout Hut.
Posted on: Tuesday, July 15, 2025Local businesses in Newark and Sherwood are once again being offered the chance to access expert advice and guidance to help them grow and thrive.
Posted on: Friday, July 11, 2025Newark and Sherwood District Council is pleased to announce that the long-anticipated renovation of Newark Castle will officially begin on Monday 7 July 2025, marking a significant milestone for the Castle Gatehouse Project. Backed by funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Government’s Towns Fund, and Newark and Sherwood District Council, this transformative project will secure the Castle’s future, improve public access, and enhance and protect the surrounding gardens and green space.
Posted on: Friday, July 4, 2025
The Trent Vale Trail, a transformative rural connectivity project led by the volunteer-run charity, Friends of Trent Vale Trail (FoTVT), is now complete. Volunteers organised the public opening on Saturday 28 June, in South Clifton.
Posted on: Friday, July 4, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council is proud to stand with organisations across the UK in support of ASB Awareness Week 2025, a national campaign running from 30 June – 6 July to take a stand against anti-social behaviour (ASB) and promote safer communities.
Posted on: Monday, June 30, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council is inviting residents, landowners, and developers, to suggest land that could be used for new homes, jobs, green spaces, or community facilities.
Posted on: Thursday, June 26, 2025
Hundreds of primary school pupils across Newark and Sherwood took part in a series of interactive safety events designed to teach essential life skills in a fun and engaging way.
Posted on: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council, in partnership with the Lincoln College Group, is proud to announce the return of the Future First Careers Expo on Thursday 13 November 2025 at the Lady Eastwood Centre at Newark Showground.
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Newark and Sherwood District Council is excited to announce the return of its flagship business event — the 2025 Economic Growth Conference — taking place on Thursday 9 October at Southwell Racecourse.
Posted on: Thursday, June 19, 2025
Newark and Sherwood District Council has today launched the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) Grant Programme and is open for applications from today until Wednesday 16 July 2025.
Posted on: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Further funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) will open for applications by Newark and Sherwood District Council on Wednesday 18 June 2025.
Posted on: Monday, June 16, 2025