Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Update

This Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) update was produced in 2016 to support the Council’s process. This review provides an update to the Level 1 SFRA; it does not replace it. This update draws on new data to provide a full evidence base reg...

Waste collections - Flooding information hub

If you have any flood damaged domestic bulky items such as furniture or white goods, please check with your insurance company before disposing of them as it may affect your claim. Residents who need help disposing of large household items that have...

Palace Theatre Newark - Room hire

The Palace Theatre Newark (NG24 1JY) is located in the centre of Newark, is easily accessible by public transport and is just a short walk from Newark Northgate train station. The theatre has a number of spaces, including the auditorium that seats 6...

Who are we? - Housing and Estate Management Privacy Notice

Housing and Estates Management business unit manage a large number of properties, consisting of a mix of General Needs, Supported Housing and Housing with Care Scheme properties. The team also manage a waiting list of applicants for allocation of cou...

Moving in or out - Ways to pay business rates

‌If you’ve taken on new business premises, moved or are vacating your premises you need to let us know. Fill-in our business rates moving and vacating form (PDF File, 286kb) and email it to us on business.rates@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk or call ...

Newark Beacon - Room hire

Newark Beacon (NG24 2TN) is located at the edge of Newark and is easily accessible from the A1, A46 and Newark Northgate train station. Parking and cycle racks are available outside of the building. The site has three meeting sizes varying in size a...

Your right to complain - Careline Privacy Notice

In the event that you wish to complain about the way that your personal data has been handled by Newark and Sherwood District Council, you should write to the Data Protection Officer and clearly outline your case. If you remain dissatisfied with the ...

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...

Proclamation of the Accession of King Charles III - Her Majesty The Queen

The Newark and Sherwood Proclamation of the Accession of His Majesty King Charles III took place on Sunday 11 September, at Castle House, Great North Road, Newark, NG24 1BY. Air Chief Marshal Sir Andrew Pulford GCB CBE Deputy Lieutenant led the trib...

Complaints, compliments and comments - Councillor Privacy Notice

If you wish to submit customer feedback, please go to the Newark and Sherwood District Council website and use the online feedback form, Customer feedback | NSDC You have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner if after contacting me ab...

Understanding climate change

Climate change means the Earth's temperatures and weather patterns are shifting. While the planet’s climate has naturally changed over thousands of years, the pace of change in the last century has been much faster - mainly due to human activity. B...

Anti social behaviour

Anti-social behaviour (ASB) is behaviour which causes nuisance, harassment, alarm or distress to one or more people in different households. It can affect anyone at any time and is often deeply threatening to our sense of safety. Together with our pa...

Planning permission self-assessment forms - Do I need planning permission?

Self Assessment form A - extensions amended (PDF File, 244kb)- attached to the dwelling. Includes conservatories, garages etc. and alterations to include windows, verandas, balconies Self Assessment form B - outbuildings (PDF File, 783kb) - includes...

How to access your own personal information - Making a request for information

We prefer your request to be in writing, however verbal requests are also valid. Online form:  You can use our online personal information request form to request access to your personal data. Alternatively you can contact us using the following ch...

Employment - Employment and the economy

There are around 70,200 full-time and part-time jobs in the district made up of: service industries - 32,400 distribution, hotels and restaurants - 11,200 people manufacturing - 6,600 finance and IT - 4,800 Employment levels are at 76.6 per cent wh...

How to contact us or make a complaint - Privacy Notice

Please contact the Data Protection Officer on the details listed above if you would like to make a complaint or have any questions about how we process your data. You also have a right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) about ...

Play Parks - Grounds maintenance service

In some of the communal areas of District Council let homes we have play areas. We carry out safety inspections and remove litter from all play parks once a week. We also complete an annual safety inspection. These are in the following locations: Br...

Appeal being considered by the Planning Inspectorate - View or comment on a planning application

In the event of an appeal being considered by the Planning Inspectorate, we will forward redacted copies of all comments made and accepted, to the Planning Inspectorate as part of the appeals process.  For a householder or minor commercial applicati...

Key documents - Amended core strategy DPD

In adopting the amended core strategy the following documents are available on our website, have been placed on deposit at Castle House and local libraries in the district. Amended Core Strategy DPD (March 2019) (PDF File, 15,555kb) Amended Core Stra...

Bathley Parish Council

The rural village of Bathley is situated approximately five miles north west of Newark-on-Trent in the district of Nottinghamshire. The village enjoys a long history, being mentioned in the Domesday Book in 1086. Bathley is also home to the oldest re...

Planning Application Validation Checklist - Validation checklists

The Planning Application Validation Checklist 2024 (PDF File, 1,214kb)(adopted 11th July 2024) comes in five parts that will help you with your submission. Part 1 – National requirements (page 1)Part 2 – Local requirements (page 6)Part 3 – Sta...

How to access information about the Council - Making a request for information

If you want information other than your own personal information, for example information about the Council, this will be handled under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 or the Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) 2004, please check that it ...

Types of searches - Local land searches

A full search usually consists of two separate parts called a LLC1 and a Con29/ Con29O. Land Charge Register (LLC1) search We joined the digital Local Land Charges service managed by HM Land Registry (HMLR) in October 2021 and that service now provi...

Counting of the votes - 3 July 2025 County Council by-election

Firstly, the ballot boxes were verified to ensure that the number of ballot papers in each box is the number that has been issued. Postal ballot papers that are to be included in the count will also be verified. Once all votes are verified, the ballo...

Private water supply monitoring - Private water supplies

Since new legislation around private water supply was introduced in 2009, the council is no longer required to routinely monitor private water supplies serving only one household. You can choose to have your private water supply assessed by the counc...

Millgate community centre - Community centres

Millgate community centre has been converted from its former use as the fire station sleeping quarters. It is centrally located on Pelham Street (NG24 4XD) and accessible for all. A full and varied programme of activities occurs each week in the main...

Electric car charging points - Car parks

There are seven rapid charge points in three of the district council’s car parks, each able to charge two vehicles at a time. four at Riverside car park (fastcharge) one at Appletongate car park (ultracharge) two at Castle House (1 x fastcharge an...

Health and safety enforcement

The enforcement of health and safety law is split between the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and our Environmental Health team. This is dependant upon the type of work activity involved, but in general the Council is responsible for: offices, sho...

Over seven-day injury - Accident reporting

If there is an accident resulting in any employee or self-employed people working on your premises suffering an over-seven-day injury, you must notify the HSE via their website within 15 days. An over-seven-day injury may not be major, but does resul...

Notification to sell an asset - Assets of community value

If the registered owner intends to sell a registered asset, they must inform the Council of this decision by writing to the Business Manager – Planning Policy & Infrastructure. This act triggers the moratorium on any sale until the protected period...

Temporary events notice

A Temporary Event Notice (TEN) is needed when an event is taking place, with less than 500 people attending, where certainly licensable activities will take place. You will have to pay a fee of £21. Submit a temporary event notice online via the GOV...

Next Community Link Group meetings - Community Link Groups

Location Area  Date Time Abbey Road Edwinstowe Tuesday 10th March 2026  2:30pm Tuesday 1st September 2026 9:30am Tuesday 2nd March 2027 Ambleside Ollerton Friday 17th April 2026 1:30pm Friday 10th July 2026 Friday 16th October 2026 ...

How to get a historic building or site protected through listing - Heritage and tree conservation

Concerned about the future of a historic building? Do you know something that makes a building of national significance? You can apply for a historic building or site to be protected through the listing system on the Historic England website. Histor...

Counting of the votes - 6 November 2025 District Council by-elections

Firstly, the ballot boxes were verified to ensure that the number of ballot papers in each box was the number that had been issued. Postal ballot papers that were to be included in the count were also verified. Once all votes were verified, the ballo...

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...

Kings Clipstone Neighbourhood Plan

This version of the Kings Clipstone Neighbourhood Plan went to referendum on 31 January 2019 and was successful with 97 voting in favour, 16 against and 1 rejected. As a result, the Neighbourhood Plan now forms part of the development plan and can b...

Thank you to our funders

The project has received funding from the Government’s Towns Fund initiative, with £3million to deliver the Castle Gatehouse project.  A further £1.4million grant has been awarded from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. We would like to thank b...

General visitor information

The Gardens open from 8am until 6pm in the summer months and until 4pm in the winter months. Dogs are welcome if kept on a lead. Due to the Castle Gatehouse project, there will only be a portion of the gardens and grounds open to the public between 1...

How we store and how long we keep information about you - Communications and Marketing Privacy Notice

Your information is securely stored. We will hold your personal information indefinitely. The exception to this is outlined in our Court Proceeding Protocol which explains how data used in relation to court proceedings is held for a limited period on...

Council Tax rebate to help with your energy bills

To help households with rising energy costs, the UK Government announced a £150 payment for eligible households. Why is the government providing support? From 1 April 2022, the energy price cap has risen, and many households will struggle to pay hig...

Edwinstowe village hall - Community centres

The village hall was converted from its former use as a school in 1984 and formally opened in October of that year.  The hall is used for a range of activities including a playgroup, karate, dance club, social services and flower club. Other organis...

How do I apply for self-build exemption? - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

Find out more details of the specific requirements to qualify for self-build exemption and the procedures to follow to claim it on the Planning Portal website. Apply before you start work by submitting a self-build exemption claim form (Part 1), to...

Red Cross Emergency App - Emergencies

You can download the Red Cross Emergency App onto a smart phone. This award-winning, free mobile app delivers real-time alerts, severe weather warnings and practical advice in an emergency. The app sends you alerts if an emergency is about to affect...

Councillors - Coddington Parish Council

Ms Nerissa McDonald (Chairman)      07793 491449 Mr Mike Ayers (Vice-Chairman)        07831 464598 Mr David Armstrong                        01636 704566 Debbie Brooks Mr Tugkan Dikkez Ms Lorna Mosedale         ...

Time limits for appealing - Planning appeals

You must appeal within a specific timeframe of the decision date. This will depend on the application or development type. An appeal to a householder application or minor commercial application must be made within 12 weeks. An appeal to an advertise...

Communications and Marketing Privacy Notice

Newark and Sherwood District Council | Castle House, Great North Road, Newark, Notts, NG24 1BY | 01636 650000 | privacy@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk The UK Data Privacy legislation, give individuals the right to be informed about how organisations use th...

Applying for an animal activity license - Animal activity licence

To apply for an animal activity licence you will need to fill out of the forms below and return to us by post to Environmental Health, Newark and Sherwood District Council, Castle House, Great North Road, Newark, Notts NG24 1BY  or by email environm...

How to apply - Healthier Options Takeaway (HOT)

Download a  HOT self assessment form (PDF File, 2,788kb) and fill out the form using our HOT Guidance for Self Assessment (PDF File, 318kb) There are six sections in the form and all questions must be completed. Please provide comments to help us u...

Your rights - Elections privacy notice

There are a number of rights that you may exercise depending on the legal basis for processing your personal data. In most cases, these rights are not absolute and there may be compelling or overriding legal reasons why the ERO cannot meet these righ...

Archaeology

Newark is one of the most archaeologically sensitive towns in the East Midlands and the district contains a wealth of archaeological sites. These illustrate the importance of the area during the Roman and Medieval periods, through to the Civil War a...