Armed Forces events across the district

On this page you will find information about the events that are taking place across Newark and Sherwood in relation to celebrating our Armed Forces. To find out how we support our Armed Forces personnel please visit our webpage.  For more informat...

Where to find a warm welcome and a hot drink across Newark and Sherwood - Warm Hubs

Sometimes we all need to get out, to meet people enjoy conversation and have a warm drink. We've put together a list of some of the places that offer a cuppa, conversation and a warm welcome to everyone....

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...

Warm Homes Hub - Warm Hubs

The Warm Homes Hub was a local authority backed scheme which aimed to improve the quality of heating and energy efficiency of Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County households. The scheme ended in February 2022. The Hub offered free advice regard...

Farm fires - Fire safety in your home and community

A fire on a farm can have a devastating affect on business. More than 40% of farms that experience a serious fire never trade successfully again. Incidents of deliberate fires on farms hit a peak during the months of July, August and September. To he...

Smoke alarms - Fire safety in your home and community

Did you know you’re four times more likely to die in a fire in your home if there’s no working smoke alarm? Smoke alarms detect fires via a smoke detector and alert you early, giving you time to enable you and your family to leave the house in sa...

Carbon monoxide alarms - Fire safety in your home and community

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless, tasteless, poisonous gas produced by incomplete burning of carbon-based fuels, including gas, oil, wood and coal. Carbon Monoxide poisoning can be fatal or cause permanent damage to your health. Carbon...

Exemptions for working dogs - Public space protection orders

You’ll be exempt if you have a working dog on land to which the PSPO applies while the dog is working. This includes dogs that are being used for work in connection with emergency search and rescue, herding or shepherding animals, law enforcement a...

Keeping your home warm - Winter safety

Cold homes can have a significant impact on your health. One of the best ways of keeping yourself well during winter is to stay warm. Nottinghamshire County Council provides some top tips for keeping warm in winter on their website or you can visit ...

Community Centre Coffee Mornings - Warm Hubs

Coffee and chat group starting at Beaumont Walk- 2nd Fridays in the month 12pm -2pm Bleasby Friendship and Coffee Morning - Last Friday of every month 10am - 12pm Burgage Close- Every Friday 9:45am- 12pm Cleveland Square- Every Monday 9am- 11am Cogh...

Community and Sports Awards 2026

The Newark and Sherwood Community and Sports Awards 2026, organised by Newark and Sherwood District Council in partnership with Radio Newark, will be taking place on Friday 25 September at The Renaissance at Kelham Hall in Newark at 18:30. The event ...

Please remember - Water Hygiene and Legionella

Do not be alarmed, the risk of legionella causing illness from small domestic water systems is very low and can be kept this way by observing the water hygiene precautions described in this page.  You cannot catch Legionnaires’ disease by drinking...

Useful Links - Carbon Monoxide

Carbon Monoxide Safety Leaflet (PDF File, 642kb) Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms | Newark & Sherwood District Council Gas Safe Register HETAS - Solid and Biofuel  OFTEC - Oil ...

Fire safety in your home and community

Fires in homes still claim the lives of over 200 people every year, and fires in public places or on farms can cause significant damage to the local environment....

How to stay safe - Carbon Monoxide

As a tenant of Newark and Sherwood District Council, you can contact us to have a carbon monoxide alarm installed free of charge. Never block vents, grills, air bricks, or flues. Do not use barbecues, generators, or portable fuel-burning appliances...

Careline - Tenancy services

is an independent living service that allows you to raise an alarm from anywhere in your home. We provide 24 hour monitoring, 365 days a year from our local call centre....

Southwell - Town Centre Development

With a bustling market place and plethora of independent shops, Southwell is a must-shop destination. Home to the famous Bramley apple, Southwell Minster and The Workhouse there’s plenty to keep residents and visitors busy in this charming market...

Risks of Not Servicing Appliances - Gas Safety

Failure to maintain appliances can lead to: Gas leaks and explosions, which can cause serious injury or death. Carbon monoxide poisoning is known as the “silent killer" and can harm you, your family, and pets. Learn more about carbon monoxide saf...

Newark - Town Centre Development

Newark is a vibrant market town situated along the river Trent in Nottinghamshire. It offers visitors a wealth of history, charming shops, a packed events programme and excellent eating places. Find out about the d and how it’s investing in the fut...

Ollerton and Boughton - Town Centre Development

Ollerton and Boughton began as farming villages before coal was discovered and the populations of both increased as people from all over the country moved to the area for work. Today, Ollerton and Boughton is a market town conveniently situated in th...

Types of noise - Noise nuisances

Under the law, we are able to investigate problems from various noise sources that are considered a statutory nuisance, these include: neighbour noise, including loud music, parties or DIY at unacceptable times construction noise entertainment noise...

Exempt waste operations

Under the Environmental Permitting Regulations 2010, most activities concerned with managing or treating waste must have a permit.  There are some exceptions, which do not require an environmental permit, but do need to be registered. They are sub...

Industrial emissions

Some industrial activities which emit substances into the environment could be harmful to wildlife, ecosystems or human health unless they’re controlled.  Industrial emissions are regulated and controlled under the Environmental Permitting Regula...

Winter safety

Cold weather can be a killer. You can start by following these tips to keep your family warm and well in extremely cold weather: keep curtains drawn and doors closed to block draughts have regular hot drinks and at least one hot meal a day if possi...

Contaminated land

The UK has a lot of land that’s contaminated with materials from previous use. This can result in soil and groundwater pollution and potentially cause harm to human health, watercourses and ecosystems. Examples of industrial processes that may have...

What to do in a carbon monoxide emergency - Carbon Monoxide

If your carbon monoxide alarm sounds or you suspect a carbon monoxide leak: Get fresh air immediately – open doors and windows. Switch off appliances and leave the property. Call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999. Seek medical at...

Visitor attractions involving animals

E. coli infection can happen during visits to open farms, where it can transfer from infected animals to humans. We encourage visits to such attractions, but we also strongly recommend taking sensible precautions to help reduce the risk of illnesses ...

Planting for the future - Trees and nature conservation

We’re currently undertaking an ambitious tree planting programme - and we need your help. By increasing the number of trees in the district we are making our communities more attractive, greener and healthier places to live and work. Trees are vita...

Anti-idling

Idling is leaving your engine running when your vehicle is stationary. This creates pollution which quickly builds in the air around and inside your car and impacts the quality of the air in the local area and contributes towards air pollution. Hotsp...

How will it affect me/what do I need to do? - The digital phone switchover

The good news is – your landline isn’t going anywhere and for most consumers and businesses, this change will be straight forward. In fact, many customers are already making the switch when they upgrade to full fibre broadband. Your telecoms prov...

Pollution

Pollution can have a detrimental effect on the environment, our wildlife and ecosystems and human health. The Council enforces legislation that keeps our air and environment clean. We also issue permits for certain types of activity and take action a...

The Barons' War - King John

The Pope decreed that King John did not have to adhere to the conditions of Magna Carta. The king took the Pope at his word. The result was war. The barons called upon the French for support and the Tower of London was seized. The country was engulfe...

Air pollution

Air is polluted if it contains substances that have a harmful effect: on the environment on health or cause a nuisance We depend on clean air for our wellbeing. Air pollution causes a range of health effects from minor symptoms such as headaches, s...

Stalking protection orders - Stalking

The Stalking Protection Act 2019 introduced a new civil Stalking Protection Order (SPO) which can be applied by police forces. SPOs can be put in place to enable early police intervention and allowing stalking behaviours to be addressed before they e...

Safer communities - Tenancy services

Antisocial behaviour is behaviour that causes nuisance, harm or distress. It can range from verbal and physical abuse to disruptive activities including graffiti, drug dealing, drinking and excessive noise. to report antisocial behaviour, hate crime ...

Winter driving advice - Winter safety

Fog and icy road conditions bring a whole set of additional hazards but a bit of forward planning goes a long way. Set your alarm 15 minutes early so you have time to sit with your car as it warms up and then have a bit more time to make your journey...

Paying council invoices - Making payments to the Council

The sundry income section is responsible for collecting a wide range of income on behalf of the council, including charges for: building control fees commercial waste Careline payments rents car parking permits radio link (shop watch alarm system) ...

Long distance walks - Walking in Newark and Sherwood

Fancy a challenge? There are a number of long distance walks running through the district which you can walk in stages. The Robin Hood Way (107 miles) features areas of Nottinghamshire associated with the legendary figure of Robin Hood and his exploi...

Newark Town Board - Funding Programmes

The Newark Town Board is the vehicle through which the vision and strategy for the town is defined. The board is responsible for overseeing the £25m awarded to Newark through the Local Regeneration Fund and the £19.5m awarded to Newark through the ...

Park rules - Sconce and Devon Park

Help us prevent fire, litter and wildlife damage. BBQ's, campfires and fireworks are not permitted in the park. are now banned in our council parks. Dog owners must ensure that their dogs are safe at all times and not creating a nuisance or danger f...

Park rules - Sherwood Heath

Help us prevent fire, litter and wildlife damage. BBQ's, campfires and fireworks are not permitted in the park. are now banned in our council parks. Dog owners must ensure that their dogs are safe at all times and not creating a nuisance or danger f...

Park rules - Vicar Water Country Park

Help us prevent fire, litter and wildlife damage. BBQ's, campfires and fireworks are not permitted in the park. are now banned in our council parks. Dog owners must ensure that their dogs are safe at all times and not creating a nuisance or danger f...

Proposed Projects for the Newark and Sherwood District - Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects

There are two proposed solar projects for the Newark and Sherwood district: PS Renewables and Ørsted’s One Earth Solar Project and Elements Green’s Great North Road (GNR) Solar Park.   The Planning Inspectorate (PINs) is the Government Agency ...

Radon gas

Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive gas. It comes from the radioactive decay of radium, which in turn comes from the radioactive decay of uranium. It can be harmful to humans in large quantities.  Radon in the soil and rocks mixes with air ...

Winter cycling advice - Winter safety

If you’re cycling in winter, invest in some good quality winter clothing, as getting cold and wet doesn’t make for a good riding experience, plus it could also affect your riding ability. Ensuring you have the right clothing for winter cycling wi...

Stop the Engine - Anti-idling

We believe in a future where our children can breathe clean air and thrive in a healthy environment and we are asking residents to help us improve the air quality in Newark and Sherwood by joining us in our campaign and pledge to #StopTheEngine when...

Gardening for wildlife

Everything we do within our gardens will either benefit or harm local wildlife. By considering this when we tend our gardens we can help to look after nature, combat climate change and protect wildlife. By choosing the right plants for nectar and fru...

Meet the team - Yorke Drive Focus

Emily Price (left) has been working on the Yorke Drive project since August 2025 and is providing project support to the team. Emily is currently working towards a qualification in Project Management, so being involved with the Yorke Drive project is...

Taking action on noise - Noise nuisances

Initially we recommend that you try to resolve the problem by speaking to the noise-maker yourself. Consider approaching them to explain politely that you are being troubled by their noise. Often people are unaware that they are causing a problem and...

Local venues, community centres and village halls - Arts directory

Muskham rural community centre A multifunctional venue for the whole community. Find out more on the Muskham rural community centre website and see the latest events on the Muskham Facebook page. Lifespring church and centre, New Ollerton The main h...