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Arts funding - Arts development
Got a great idea for an arts project within Newark and Sherwood? We may be able to help you. The Council offers small grants and funding as well as networking advice and promotional support for events. We have a small grants fund that not-for-profit ...
Trees for Climate - Trees and nature conservation
Trees for Climate is a woodland creation programme funded by DEFRA. In Nottinghamshire the programme is delivered by Greenwood Community Forest. The District Council is now a partner in two new woodland creation projects together with Greenwood Commu...
Meet the team - Ollerton Town Centre Regeneration
To make the vision of Ollerton a reality, we have a skilled project team in place which is committed to regenerating the town centre to better support the needs of its community. The project team includes: Newark and Sherwood District Council – to...
Op Courage - Armed forces covenant
Op Courage is an NHS mental health specialist service designed to help serving personnel due to leave the military, reservists, Armed Forces veterans and their families. Everyone at Op Courage is either from the Armed Forces community or is experie...
Why are we collecting your personal data? - Careline Privacy Notice
We collect, process and store personal information about you, other household members, your next of kin and key holders in order to manage, operate and deliver the Careline service to you. This includes: delivering services and support to you managi...
Volunteer Thank You Week 2025
Each year, Volunteer Thank You Week offers a special opportunity to recognise and celebrate the incredible contributions of volunteers across the UK. Taking place from 2nd to 8th June, this national initiative shines a spotlight on the individuals wh...
Concerned about someone sleeping rough? - Losing your home
If you’re concerned about someone sleeping rough, send an alert to StreetLink. The details you provide are sent to the local authority or outreach service for the area in which you have seen the person, to help them find, connect with and support ...
Careline 24/7
Careline 24/7 can support you to live independently in your home, knowing there is always someone there to answer your call and providing peace of mind for you and for your family and friends. The service includes an alarm unit with a pendant connect...
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...
What happens next? - Re-use of Public Sector Information Regulations
To comply with the regulations we have a duty to: respond to requests within 20 working days offer appropriate advice and guidance grant licences for re-use of information where applicable charge a fee to cover the costs of producing and supplying ...
Fees for claiming your dog back - Lost Animals
The fees include a government fee, district council charge and kennelling costs. Initial seizing and handling charge of £75 + £8 per day food, water and kennel costs. 1 day £83 2 days £91 3 days £99 4 days £107 5 days £115 6 days £123 7 days...
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...
Strategic Flood Risk Assessments
Several Strategic Flood Risk Assessments (SFRA) have been completed for the District and are available on our website. was completed in 2009. was completed in 2010. was completed in 2012. was produced in 2016 to support the plan review proces...
Estate walkabouts
We encourage residents and tenants to join us for our estate walkabouts as we take a walk around your local areas and listen to your views. Together we can take a look at what we need to do to keep our communities clean, tidy and problem free. You wi...
What does a councillor do? - Councillor allowances
Councillors are responsible for making decisions on behalf of the community about local services and budgets, including the level of council tax set by the district council. The work of a councillor includes: helping local people supporting local or...
Magistrates court summons - Recovery and arrears advice
This is sent to tell you that because you are in arrears the council is going to court to obtain a Liability Order against you. This is a legal document which states how much you owe us and it gives us the power to send your account to the bailiff. C...
Submission - Amended Allocations and Development Management DPD
The Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD (AADMDPD), along with its supporting documents has now been submitted to the Secretary of State to be examined by an independent planning inspector. The Submission Version of the Plan was approved ...
Making of the Allocations & DM DPD
This page details the stages in the production of the leading up to its adoption in 2013. The statement of consultation and representation (PDF File, 3,143kb) outlines the main issues and outcomes from the various stages of the plans preparatio...
Armed forces covenant
The armed forces covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve, or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. We deliver on this promise at a local level by encouraging awareness, understanding and integration between the arme...
Miner 2 Major - Sherwood Heath
Miner to Major is an exciting five-year land management project (2019 to 2023) supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The scheme is delivering a range of projects that celebrate and help protect the diverse wildlife, important habitats and...
Miner 2 Major - Vicar Water Country Park
Miner to Major is an exciting five-year land management project (2019 to 2023) supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The scheme is delivering a range of projects that celebrate and help protect the diverse wildlife, important habitats and...
Miner 2 Major - Intake Wood
Miner to Major is an exciting five-year land management project (2019 to 2023) supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The scheme is delivering a range of projects that celebrate and help protect the diverse wildlife, important habitats and...
Success stories - Apprenticeships
Sharney Cobb After completing a Level 2 Hairdressing qualification, Sharney successfully applied for a Level 3 apprenticeship at Truly Beauty, our salon at Gladstone House. Despite the restrictions in place as a result of the pandemic she was still a...
Submission of the Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD - Plan Review
The Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD (AADMDPD), along with its supporting documents has now been submitted to the Secretary of State to be examined by an independent planning inspector. The Submission Version of the Plan was approve...
Biodiversity - Queen Elizabeth Memorial Gardens
The community garden includes features which were designed with wildlife and sustainability in mind including: A gentle pebbled rainwater feature which runs through the garden Water butts to allow rainwater to be collected and reused in the garden. ...
Wood burning stoves - Smoke control areas
Many people across the district use a wood burning stove to keep their homes warm. Recent research has identified that they are a large contributor to air pollution. If you live in a smoke control area your burner should be an exempt appliance. This ...
What happens next? - Concessions
A final decision on all applications will be made by 24 March 2025. If the concession is awarded to you, there is an admin fee of £150 to pay when you sign the license. You are responsible for any extra costs throughout the license such as utilities...
Totally Locally
If every adult in Newark spent just £5 a week in our independent local shops instead of online or at the big supermarkets it would be worth an extra £5.4 million per year for the local economy, which means more jobs, better facilities and a nicer p...
How do I report anti-social behaviour? - Tenant Frequently Asked Questions
To report anti-social behaviour from someone that lives in a Council property, or that is affecting you as a Council tenant, you can contact us by emailing housing@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk or calling 01636 650 000. For more information on anti-soci...
Roads and travel during bad weather - Weather warnings
Nottinghamshire County Council is the local highways authority. You can report a flooded road or drainage problem online. If you think lives are endangered then call 999. Find out about current road closures and disruptions locally on the Nottingha...
Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIR) requests - Charges for information
Under the EIRs the council is permitted to make a ‘reasonable charge’ for supplying environmental information. For consistency the council will use the same charging format as for FoI requests with the exception of requests estimated to cost over...
Staff reservist policy - Armed forces covenant
We recognise the vital role of Britain's reserve forces and valuable contribution that reservists make to our defence, communities and the civilian workplace. Use the map to search reservist and cadet units within the district. We support membership...
Sherwood Heath
Why is heathland important? Heathland is important because it is the only habitat for certain species and the preferred habitat for others. Many of the plants and animals that live there have evolved over thousands of years, have specialised to suit ...
Flooding information hub
With the winter months fast approaching, we’re asking residents to #BeAwareAndPrepare for any potential flooding that might affect our district. Together with local partners, we’re doing all we can to get more support to combat flooding in...
How does warm homes on prescription work? - Warm Homes on Prescription
Qualifying residents will get a home visit to check the need for a heating upgrade/insulation measures and to asses income and savings levels. Supporting evidence will need to be supplied. The project will also signpost you to existing local servi...
Second Publication Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD (Sep 23-Nov 23) - Previous stages of plan review
Following the First Publication Consultation in Autumn/Winter 2022, the Council decided that a Second Publication Consultation would be required due to a representation received from the Environment Agency and a change in situation regarding the Gyp...
Emergency contacts - Useful contacts
ServiceContact details Fire, Police and medical emergencies 999 Police non-emergency enquiries 101 For medical advice 111 Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service 0115 838 8100 Emergency repairs 01636 650000 and press the option for rep...
Main modifications (including minor modifications/points of clarification) - Making of the amended core strategy
The modifications, integrated impact assessments, habitats review of the final modifications, appropriate assessment and supporting documents are available to view on our website. Proposed Modifications (PDF File, 4,973kb) Representation Guidance Not...
Is there a charge for publication scheme information? - Publication scheme
We make no charge for downloading information from our website. Where it is not possible to offer a document electronically, charges may be made for photocopying, postage and packaging or costs incurred as a direct result of requesting the informatio...
CPRE Nottinghamshire Transport Survey - Wellow Parish Council
CPRE Nottinghamshire has launched a research project into public transport across the county and has created a short survey asking residents to tell them what the public transport is like where they live. The survey will run until 31 January 2022, ...
Volunteer with YMCA - Volunteering opportunities
The YMCA in Newark's Saint Mark's Lane needs volunteers for the following: Working on the till Stocking and displaying merchandise Sorting, steaming and tagging donations Help with putting on events Boost your CV, social network and job prospects...
Help for victims of ASB - Anti social behaviour
If you have been a victim of anti-social behaviour and need help to recover, contact Nottinghamshire Victim Care. They recognise that people have different needs when trying to recover from an ordeal and offer a range of services and support to help...
Best Bar None scheme
We’re encouraging local pubs, clubs and bars to sign up to the Best Bar None accreditation scheme. This national award scheme, piloted by Manchester police force in 2003 and supported by the Home Office, is about reducing crime, raising standards a...
Fire - Business continuity
Fire can devastate a business through loss of: stock buildings computer systems important papers Insurance can cover some costs, but the impact of long term loss of trade whilst a business is unable to run can be difficult to prevent. For informati...
Applying for Council housing - Applying to rent a Council home
To apply for a home with us, it is our preference for you to apply to join our housing register through our service. If you require alternative methods of applying, please contact us. Please make sure you have the following information before you ap...
Householder Development SPD
The Householder Development SPD (PDF File, 4,470kb) was adopted by the Council in November 2014 and sets out the Council's policy and design guidance for householder development. The supporting documents are available to view below: Householder ...
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...
Sports grants - Grants and awards
Our sports funding supports individuals and clubs, helping them to achieve their aims and aspirations in sport. Sports grants available from Active4Today, for more information click here Active Notts is the County Sports Partnership for Nottingha...
Helping you to choose appropriate accommodation - Older people's housing needs
If staying in your home is no longer the best option, we can support your move to a new home, providing help with: deciding what type of accommodation will suit you best filling in forms arranging medical assessments accompanying you to view propert...
Baby Loss Awareness Week
Baby Loss Awareness Week is an opportunity for bereaved parents and their families and friends to unite with others across the world. It’s a chance to remember and commemorate lost babies’ lives. The campaign also aims to raise awareness about pr...