July

Newark Celebrates Local Heritage through New Trails

Newark 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. 

Newark Festival of Food serves up a summer of flavour and fun

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.

Newark and Sherwood District Council selects preferred option for Local Government Reorganisation

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.

Record-breaking year as Newark and Sherwood celebrates six Green Flag Awards

Newark 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.

Community space transformed by volunteers through UK Shared Prosperity Funding

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.

Free advice sessions return to support Newark and Sherwood businesses

Local businesses in Newark and Sherwood are once again being offered the chance to access expert advice and guidance to help them grow and thrive.

New Chapter for Newark Castle Begins as Renovation Work Set to Commence

Newark 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.

Final section of the Trent Vale Trail now open!

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.