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...

Frequently asked questions - Knife Angel

What is the Knife Angel?    The Knife Angel is the National Monument Against Violence and Aggression – a 27-foot sculpture created from over 100,000 seized or surrendered knives. It was designed to raise awareness of the devastating impact of ...

32 Stodman Street

The first phase to transform the empty former M&S building on Stodman Street in Newark into an attractive hub made up of homes and retail units is underway.  This ambitious project will breathe new life into the heart of the town when completed. ...

Wildlife, habitats and education - Vicar Water Country Park

The pond, stream and lake at Vicar Water all provide homes and food for a variety of wildlife. You’ll find birds including kingfishers, herons, grebes and tufted ducks as well as water scorpions, frogs and newts, emperor dragonflies, common darters...

Travelling information - What you should do during a flood

During any floods, roads can be significantly disrupted across Newark and Sherwood. You can check for road closures on the following websites: A road closures via National Highways Nottinghamshire road closures via Nottinghamshire County Council ...

Structure of the Neighbourhood Studies - Neighbourhood studies

Each Neighbourhood Study takes a different approach to reflect the unique character of the area, but they all use this common structure: 1) Baseline Report - setting out an overview of existing data for the neighbourhood, including the historical con...

Additional equality information - Equality information

The following links also provide equalities information for the Newark and Sherwood District: Nottinghamshire Help Yourself is a partnership between health, the voluntary sector and Nottinghamshire County Council to bring information and advice toge...

What you should do during a flood

If your life is in danger during flooding you should dial 999. Here are some other things that you can do to stay safe: ensure family and pets are safe and away from flood water act on your personal flood plan [PDF] gather essentials and move valua...

Open Space Strategy

We commissioned consultants KKP to prepare an Open Space Strategy (PDF File, 3,695kb) (OSS) for the district. This strategy will now form part of the evidence base and assist in decision-making and will enable us to: enhance open space to ensure 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...

Other useful contacts - Useful contacts

Organisation Advice available Contact details Nottinghamshire County Council  Find out about welfare benefits you may be entitled to such as carer’s allowance, child benefits, bursaries, pensions and more. Visit the Nottinghamshir...

Applying for a premises licence - Premises licence

As the licensing authority, we handle premises licence applications within Newark and Sherwood. Apply to us for a premises licence. You can refer to the Guidance Notes for Premises Licence 2023 (PDF File, 284kb) to help with this. There’s a peri...

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 ...

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...

Past editions of Newark & Sherwood District Councils' residents' e-newsletters - Email newsletters

Past editions of our residents' e-newsletters are available to read at any time:   03/04/2026 - What's on in our district this Easter and throughout April 27/03/2026 - New vision for Newark | Simpler recycling | Council tax frozen 03/03/2026 - What'...

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...

Examination - Making of the amended core strategy

Inspector Mr Paul Griffiths BSC (Hons) BArch IHBC, from the Planning Inspectorate, was formally appointed as the Inspector for the examination of the amended core strategy DPD. His role was to determine whether the amended core strategy was sound and...

Application for a certificate of lawfulness of proposed works - Listed buildings

A certificate of lawfulness of proposed works to a listed building can be used to establish whether proposed works to a listed building affect its character. If this is found not to be the case you will not require listed building consent. This type...

Newark Castle Gatehouse Consultation

During 2022, development funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund enabled us to spend 12 months consulting with local communities about what you would like to see in the Castle's future. Over 600 individuals and groups joined in the conversati...

Employment and Skills Support - Business growth and support

We offer a range of support for local residents in relation to employment and skills. The following programmes are fully funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and delivered across Newark and Sherwood to support residents that are not currently...

Grass Cutting - Grounds maintenance service

Please be aware that our team will commence cutting season as the weather conditions improve. If you have any concerns please On all ground surrounding District Council let homes, we cut the grass between 18 – 20 times per year and it will not be ...

High hedges - High hedges and overhanging branches

As a local authority, we have powers to investigate high hedge complaints. Before making a complaint, you need to assess whether the following applies: does the hedge act, to some degree, as a barrier to light or access – even though it might have...

What you can do - Understanding climate change

Everyone can help tackle climate change, and even small changes can make a big difference. Whether you're just starting out or already living sustainably, there’s something for everyone. Easy tips for beginners Switch off lights and appliances whe...

Industry regulated by Newark and Sherwood District Council - Industrial emissions

A2 installations We control and issue permits for A2 installations, which have the potential to pollute more than one medium (air, water and land) and will have a moderate environmental impact.  If you’re a new operator requiring an A2 permit or a...

Woodland walks - Walking in Newark and Sherwood

In addition to the nature reserves, we also have a host of other local woodland waiting to be explored. Sherwood Forest Sherwood Forest is our most famous Local Nature Reserve and home to hundreds of species of bird, Insect, mammal, fungi, tree and ...

Healthy eating for children - Healthy eating

5-a-day challenge It seems many of us, including children, may not be reaching the 5-a-day target. When you break it down, it’s not all that hard to get to the number five, especially when fresh, frozen, dried, canned and juiced fruits and vegetabl...

Find out more about the Project - Newark Castle and Gardens

Project Overview Newark Castle has stood at the entrance to Newark for almost 900 years and is much loved by Newark residents. The Gatehouse is recognized by Historic England as the most complete example of its type in England, so it is essential tha...

Local reserves - Nature Reserves

Besthorpe nature reserve One of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust's largest nature reserves, Besthorpe Nature Reserve provides an ideal habitat for a wide range of birds, wild plants and other wildlife such as great crested newts. Cockglade and Rotary ...

Voluntary hygiene accreditation scheme - Skin piercing and tattoos

Invasive body modifications and similar beauty treatments can present a risk of infection and ill-health. This is particularly true when treatments are not carried out in a suitable environment or in a hygienic way. Nottinghamshire's Hygiene Accredit...

Infrastructure Funding Statement - Infrastructure to support growth

We’re required to produce an infrastructure funding statement (IFS) on an annual basis, detailing developer contributions from Section 106 agreements and the (CIL). The IFS comprises the following three reports: relating to the previous financial...

Available Activities - Parks activities

We have lots of eggs-cellent fun going on this Easter holiday! You'll be eggs-hausted! I Spy Enjoy looking at nature at little more closely with our twist on a scavenger hunt for spring, running from Tuesday 31 March - Sunday 12 April! Take a reusabl...

Equality in the delivery of our services - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029

Equality impacts The Public Sector Equality Duty 2023 mandates conducting Equality Impact Assessments and we are obligated by law to demonstrate that we have given due regard to eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment, and victimisation; adva...

FAQs - Yorke Drive Focus

Based on feedback from residents, we have created an FAQ section. We will be adding to these FAQs over time – if you have any further questions, please email these through to yorkedrive@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk   What are the sizes of the new pro...

Cycle Town

Cycle Town is an identified key priority project in the Town Investment Plan creating a visible hub of cycling activity and encouraging participation amongst all of the town’s communities, including underrepresented groups. Newark has Brompton...

How do I apply for a pavement licence? - Pavement licence

Please complete and return the Pavement Licence Application form [46kb] by post to Licensing and Enforcement, Newark and Sherwood District Council, Castle House, Great North Road, Newark, Notts, NG24 1BY or by email at licensing@newark-sherwooddc.gov...

Accessibility Statement

This accessibility statement applies to www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk. This website is run by Newark and Sherwood District Council. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, that means you should be able to: chan...

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 ...

Craft studios - Sherwood Forest Arts and Crafts Centre

The centre is a working art and craft centre with an extensive variety of arts and crafts where you can see craft workers putting the finishing touches to original gifts and products. There are eleven studios enclosed by a glass foyer and five more s...

Community profile - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029

The latest census data tells us that as of mid-2022, Newark and Sherwood District has an estimated population of approximately 125,089, with a growth rate of 1.4% from mid-2021 to mid-2022. The demographic composition is predominantly White, accounti...

Additional links and useful information - Safety Advisory Group (SAG)

The purple guide to health, safety and welfare at music and other events Event safety guide from the Health and Safety Executive Managing crowds safely from the Health and Safety Executive Street party guide Martyn’s Law, officially known as the ...

Memory loss support groups - Dementia support

Alzheimer's Society - Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Dementia Wellbeing Service The Dementia Wellbeing Service (formerly known as Dementia Connect) is the Alzheimer's Society's personalised support service for those with dementia and their carers, fami...

Resident's panel - Yorke Drive document library

Terms of Reference Yorke Drive Resident's Panel (PDF File, 744kb) Code of Conduct Yorke Drive Resident's Panel (PDF File, 435kb) Regeneration Tenants and Residents Charter (PDF File, 231kb) 2026 Combined CLG and Resident Panel Agenda 14th April 26 (P...

Business sustainability

We can all do our bit to protect the planet, and that includes businesses small and large. It can be difficult to know where to start and if you’re on the right path when it comes to making sustainable decisions as a business. The information below...

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...

What to do after a flood - What to do after a flood

Severn Trent has some helpful information about cleaning up following a flood and support that they can provide. Mary Long-Dhonau OBE, also known as Flood Mary, is a nationally recognised flood resilience expert and provides practical tips and adv...