Upcoming events - Armed Forces events across the district

Saturday 7 June 2025 - 1940s picnic Commemorate the anniversaries of VE Day, D-Day and VJ Day at St Simon and St Judes Church, Rainworth. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the grass and take part in traditional sports day activities, stalls and much more! T...

Recent and upcoming projects - Motion for the Ocean

Graffiti Hotspot Transformation In April 2024, pupils from Barnby Road Academy helped to transform a graffiti hotspot with bright and colourful works of art at Barnby Road bridge underpass. Councillor Paul Taylor, Portfolio Holder for Public Protecti...

Pest control

We do not offer a pest control services, but you can a find a pest controller on the British Pest Control Association (BPCA) website. The BPCA site also offers useful advice and information on the control of all types of pest....

Get Involved

Find details of upcoming events organised by our Arts Development Team here, from singalongs to craft workshops and more....

NSDC Housing Services Facebook Page

The NSDC Housing Services Facebook page has been created to keep Newark and Sherwood District Council tenants informed about tenancy updates, provide opportunities for involvement, and share information regarding upcoming tenant related events in yo...

What if the dog warden has not got my dog? - Lost Animals

You can also try contacting: your local police station or call 101 Doglost neighbouring councils RSPCA Radcliffe-on-Trent Animal Shelter - 0115 933 4422 or info@rspca-radcliffe.org.uk Jerry Green Dog Rescue Centre, Blidworth - 01623 792 886 or nott...

What to do if you find a stray cat - Lost Animals

Follow these steps if you find what you think is a lost stray cat: approach the animal carefully - it might be frightened, sick or injured and so may be aggressive if you’re worried about their health contact Cats Protection, the RSPCA or take th...

Castle House - Room hire

Located in the centre of Newark, (NG24 1BY) is easily accessible by public transport, with disabled access and pay and display parking available outside of the building. Room layouts can be tailored to suit each booking, and the use of a kitchenette,...

Support for people impacted - Knife Angel

If you have been affected or experienced violence or loss, support is available.   If you feel overwhelmed, distressed, or worried about safety, there are free services you can contact at any time:     If you or someone else is in imme...

Serious Violence Response Planning

The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts (PCSC) Act 2022 provides new duties in respect to Serious Violence. The Serious Violence Duty requires councils and local services work together to share information and target interventions to prevent and re...

Email newsletters

Email updates for residents Stay in the loop with what's happening in your community.   Want to hear about council updates, local events, services changes, what's on and more - all in one place?   Sign up to our free resident e-newsletters a...

Support - Where can I get help?

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, there are many organisations in Nottinghamshire who can help and support you:   For Women, Children and Young People (including young men up to age 17 years, 11 months): 1. Nottinghamshire Women’s Aid (the d...

Stray dogs - Lost Animals

The law classes a dog found in a public place without supervision as a stray. Dog wardens pick up strays and owners are liable to pay a charge for the dog's return. By law, dogs must wear a collar and tag, giving the name and address of the owner, wh...

The 3 Rivers Project - Vicar Water Country Park

The 3 Rivers Restoration Project is a partnership between Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust and Severn Trent. As part of this project, Nottinghamshire Wildlife trust and Newark and Sherwood District Council have been working together on Vicar Water as i...

Temporary traffic measures for stage 4 of the Tour of Britain - Tour of Britain

During the race As the race progresses through the district there will be a rolling roadblock in operation to keep disruption to a minimum. Spectators are of course welcome along the route, but they are asked to park with care and consideration, away...

Film and Photography - Arts directory

Elston film club Meeting regularly in Elston Village Hall for popular film showings as part of the rural touring community cinema scheme. During the autumn and winter months Elston film Club screen a monthly community film night in Elston Village Ha...