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Brompton bike hire - Cycling in Newark and Sherwood
Newark has Brompton bike hubs at Newark Northgate Train Station, Newark Castle Train Station, Newark Bus Station and in the heart of the Middlebeck development. The dock at every location holds 8 Brompton folding bicycles and residents ...
Parking near schools and CCTV car - Car parking enforcement
The Notts Parking Partnership is warning drivers not to park on school 'keep clear' markings. The county CCTV car is now patrolling schools to help discourage dangerous and inconsiderate parking near schools. Parking on school ‘keep clear’ mar...
Keeping your personal data - Elections privacy notice
The ERO will keep your personal data in accordance with the Council’s retention schedule, unless you explicitly request it to be removed. This right to have your data removed is not an absolute right, for example, we will need to retain your data i...
CIL in Newark and Sherwood - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
CIL was introduced at Newark and Sherwood District Council on 1 December 2011 and a Community Infrastructure Levy Charging Schedule (PDF File, 369kb) came into force on 1 January 2018. RICS CIL rate for the year will be 400 and is to be used from 1s...
Charges for planning information
We provide a number of services in addition to dealing with planning applications. to request any of these. A fee is charged where applicable and is based on a cost recovery basis. The fees and charges document sets out the fees, including for pre-a...
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...
Biodiversity Net Gain - Biodiversity and landscape
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is a significant change in the planning system. Submitting a planning application for most forms of development will require the consideration of biodiversity in a new way. The Government have created a step by step guide ...
Can my business opt-in to the scheme? - Food hygiene rating system
Some businesses are not normally included in the scheme. The option to opt-in was removed in July 2014. Businesses that have already opted in will remain so until the time of their next inspection, partial inspection or audit so long as their rating ...
Appointing an emergency proxy - 1 May 2025 County Council Elections
If you become unable to vote in person since the deadline to apply to appoint a proxy at 5pm on Wednesday 23 April 2025 because of either illness (PDF File, 259kb), due to employment (PDF File, 184kb), or based on photo ID (PDF File, 92kb), you could...
Town and Parish Parks Legacy Fund and Environmental Improvement Grant Scheme - Parks and open spaces development plan
The Newark and Sherwood Town and Parish Parks Legacy Fund Scheme supports town and parish councils/meetings to deliver new or improved play areas. It is aimed at sites not owned by the District Council and helps local partners invest in safe, ...
Unoccupied property rating - Business rates information and appeals
If you get empty property relief, you do not have to pay business rates on your empty property for 3 months. The relief starts from when the property becomes empty. After this time, most businesses must pay full business rates. Industrial buildings (...
Parking permits and on-street parking
On-street parking permits If you live in a street where an on-street residents' car parking permit scheme is in operation, you'll need to apply to Nottinghamshire County Council for a permit. Email permits.parking@nottscc.gov.uk, call 0115 804 0314 ...
Resident Surveys
It is part of our vision to be driven by what matters to our residents. Therefore, it is important for us to listen to the views of residents and consider these views in shaping the future of the district. As such, our Community Plan, a key document ...
What we will do - Food complaints
We’re impartial and will check all serious matters thoroughly and promptly. We’ll investigate and: establish if the food meets food safety requirements identify the problem and give appropriate advice provide information to the food industry in ...
Wards - Voting
Newark & Sherwood District Council is made up of 21 wards. A review of the wards by the Local Government Boundary Commission for England took place in 2014 and their final recommendations were in place for the elections in May 2015. This review was ...
Disposal of asbestos - Asbestos
Controlled and authorised removal and disposal of asbestos containing materials is required in all cases. If you’re a resident and dismantle and remove a structure containing asbestos yourself from your own home, you can book an appointment to disp...
Who we may share your information with - Customer Services Privacy Notice
Your personal information may be shared between business units within Newark and Sherwood District Council and partner agencies so that they can carry out their statutory roles and support the delivery of Council services. Examples include taking you...
Further investment - Parks and open spaces development plan
The third initiative which will take place in 2026/2027 , looks to invest an additional £30,000 in a number of other District Council-owned parks and green spaces. Clay Lane in Newark and Thorpe Oaks/Stirling Drive in Coddington have been identified...
Contacting the police - Anti social behaviour
Some people are afraid to speak to the police, because they fear being identified and targeted. Our ASB team will treat your information in confidence, but you should be aware that it may be necessary for us to share the information you provide us wi...
Examination homepage
Main Modifications Responses The submissions made by representors in relation to the Main Modification consultation which closed on 28th October 2025 have been published and can be viewed on the Main Modifications Responses tab below. The Inspector w...
Amended Core Strategy - Main Modifications Consultation (8 Aug to 21 Sep 2018) - Making of the amended core strategy
Following submission of the Newark and Sherwood Amended Core Strategy DPD, a two day examination hearing was held between 1 February and 2 February 2018. As part of the examination hearing the Inspector identified a number of main modifications to ...
What difference does the panel make? - Resident Panel
The views of the Resident Panel will be shared with key decision makers in the Council and our partner organisations (where appropriate). They’ll use the information to: monitor and improve Council (and external) services help the Council make dec...
Rolleston Parish Council
Rolleston is just off the A617, some four miles from the A46 junction west of Newark on Trent. There’s has easy access to and from the A1 which is approximately seven miles away. Rolleston has its own village railway station with direct links to Ne...
Transport links - Employment and the economy
Newark’s geographical location and excellent transport links make it an ideal location for business. A staggering 70% of the UK population are within three hours' drive. Easy access to the A1 and the recently-dualled A46 offer fast access to Nottin...
Draft Developer Contributions & Planning Obligations SPD - Developer Contributions and Planning Obligations
Consultation Open (Tuesday 31th March 2026 - Wednesday 13th May 2026) Have Your Say... The Council have prepared a Draft Developer Contributions & Planning Obligations SPD for public consultation. The Draft SPD sets out proposals for how the District...
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...
Revenues and Benefits Privacy Notice
Local Government Finance Act 1992 (and subsequent amendments) Housing Benefit Regulations 2006, Housing Benefit (State Pension Credit) Regulations 2006 Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit (Decisions and Appeals) Regulations 2001 Housing Benefit ...
Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Level 1
A level 1 strategic flood risk assessment (PDF File, 1,367kb) has been undertaken for the district. The study gives a thorough assessment of the extent and nature of flood risk and its implications for land use planning. It also sets out flood risk c...
Other community centres - Community centres
We try to support all community centres and village halls within the district with the promotion of their activities and events. Muskham rural community centre A multifunctional venue for the whole community. Find out more on the Muskham rural commun...
Medical examination - Taxi licensing
To apply for your licence, you’ll need to pass a medical examination of Group II standards. Medical examinations must be usually be conducted by our independent medical advisor. If you are aged 45 or over you’ll need to have a repeat examination ...
Non-licensed notifiable work - Asbestos
Some minor work is notifiable but can be carried out by those who are trained without a need for a license. Find information on notifiable asbestos work [PDF] from the HSE website. In such cases you must: notify the enforcing authority about the wor...
Documents - Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Level 2 Stage 1
ENV 9 SFRA Level 2 Pt1 June 2010 (PDF File, 421kb) Appendix A Strategic Site Boundaries (PDF File, 610kb) Appendix B Land around Fernwood Existing Watercourses (PDF File, 503kb) Land around Fernwood Historical Flooding (PDF File, 460kb) Land around F...
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...
Report fly grazing - Fly Grazing
If you’ve had horses placed on your land illegally or know of someone else who has, for information and guidance. If you see a horse on a play area, a sports centre, next to a public building or other such public place, you should contact the owne...
Removal of permitted development rights - Do I need planning permission?
Be aware that some of your permitted development rights may have been removed as part of a previous planning application decision. This will mean that you have to submit a planning application for work which normally does not need one. We're abl...
Habitat management - Intake Wood
Intake wood covers almost 13 ha comprising of mostly commercial pine (Scots and Corsican) with small pockets of semi-natural broadleaf trees including oak and birch. The aim for the site is a slow reversion to native oak-birch woodland with areas of ...
Making a payment - Leaseholder services
The easiest way to view and pay your bill is online through MyAccount - you will need your invoice reference number. You can also pay over the phone using a debit or credit card. Call us on 016360650 000. You'll need to enter a billing/reference nu...
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...
Notice of Intention - Newark and Sherwood Local Plan
Notice of intention to commence preparation of the Newark & Sherwood Local Plan On 31 March 2026, the council gave notice of its intention to commence preparation of a new local plan, known as the Newark & Sherwood Local Plan. This plan will cover th...
Car parking enforcement
We are jointly responsible for parking enforcement in our area, alongside Nottinghamshire County Council and six other district councils. Since 2008 most parking restrictions can be enforced by Civil Enforcement Officers (traffic wardens) working on ...
Conversion of Traditional Rural Buildings SPD
The Council adopted the Conversion of Traditional Rural Buildings SPD in November 2014. The document sets out what is required from applicants when applying for permission to change their use, and the issues that will be taken into account when co...
Craft studios and workshops - Business units to rent
An imaginative conversion of the Victorian stables of Edwinstowe Hall into 16 individual studios, Sherwood Forest Art and Craft Centre is just a few minutes’ walk from the Major Oak and RSPB Visitor Centre. Each studio includes: track lighting sy...
Preparing your business for the EU Exit - EU Exit
The UK has left the EU. Leaving the EU means your business or organisation may need to prepare for change. Use this information from the UK Government to understand how leaving the EU may affect your business or organisation and what you can do ...
What information is available? - Freedom of Information (FOI)
The FOI Act covers all recorded information we hold, regardless of format, such as documents, e-mails, plans and audio information. We’ll give you the information that you request wherever possible. However there may be some information that we’r...
What's on! - Newark Festival of Food
Saturday 2 August 10.30am - Jason from Burnt Toast will be cooking one of his delicious dishes. Jason runs monthly supper clubs as well as private dining using locally grown and seasonal produce. 11am - Chop and Chat. Come and see the team from New...
Club premises certificate
UK licensing regulations recognise that volunteer and social clubs give rise to different issues for licensing law than commercially run premises selling directly to the public. These clubs (such as the Royal British Legion, working men's or cricket ...
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 ...
Strategic objectives and action plan - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029
Newark and Sherwood District Council is dedicated to promoting equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion within the community. The Council's Community Plan 2023-2027 outlines key actions to support these objectives, including breaking down barriers ...
House to house collections - Charitable collections
A house to house collection is an appeal by a charity to the public by means of visits to people’s doors. This may include domestic properties and places of business. Most collections are carried out by larger charities who leave envelopes with hou...
Armed forces support - Armed forces covenant
Being a member of the armed forces community, or returning to civilian life after serving, can be challenging, but there are lots of organisations who can help. Veterans' Gateway Veterans' Gateway is the first point of contact for veterans whether ...