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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 ...
View or comment on a planning application
Due to upgrade works, our planning application website will be unavailable all day on 7th July 2025. Users will not be able to view or comment on planning applications. Should you wish to comment on a planning application during this time, please ema...
Conservation volunteering - Sherwood Heath
Live in the Sherwood area? Want to meet new people, keep fit, help to conserve and enhance your local country park whilst having fun? Then why not join the Sherwood Heath Volunteers? No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm! Tasks will vary from s...
Conservation volunteering - Vicar Water Country Park
Live in the Sherwood area? Want to meet new people, keep fit, help to conserve and enhance your local country park whilst having fun? Then why not join the Sherwood Heath Volunteers? No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm! Tasks will vary from s...
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...
Disclaimer for viewing planning applications
Due to works by our software provider, access will be unavailable for users of our planning application website during 10th December 2024 to 11th December 2024. Apologies for any inconvenience. When using and viewing information on our planning app...
What will happen with the results of the survey? - Kiddey Stones - Public Consultation
The results of the public consultation will feed into a report which will be considered for decision by Cabinet in December 2024....
Candidates - 3 July 2025 County Council by-election
If you intend to stand as a candidate, you must complete a nomination paper, consent to nomination and any other relevant forms contained in the Candidates Nomination Pack (PDF File, 449kb). These should be submitted by 4pm on Friday 6 June 2025. A p...
Guided Park Ranger walks - Sconce and Devon Park
Regular guided walks with our fantastic Park Rangers are held one a month at Sconce and Devon Park and Vicar Water Country Park, and everyone is welcome to join for free! Each month there will be a route organised around Sconce and Devon and around V...
National Nature Reserves (NNR) - Nature Reserves
Nottinghamshire’s National Nature Reserve, Sherwood Forest, falls within our district. The area is managed by the RSPB and Nottinghamshire County Council. Once part of the 10,000 acre Royal Forest of Sherwood, the woodland is dominated by native oa...
3 July 2025 County Council by-election
Following the resignation of County Councillor Desmond Clarke, a request has now been received to fill the vacancy for the Newark West Division of Nottinghamshire County Council by a poll. A by-election is due to be held on Thursday 3 July 2025. If c...
Licence renewals - Personal licence
Renewals of personal licences are no longer necessary. Personal licences remain valid unless surrendered, suspended, revoked or declared forfeit by the courts....
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 may be some limited access or restrictions to the whole site at different time...
Ways of insulating and draught proofing your home - Making your home warmer
There are many easy and inexpensive ways to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Installing better insulation is the most effective way to improve domestic energy efficiency and raise the standard of UK housing. As well as reducing the carbon ...
Registered parks and gardens - Parks and gardens conservation
There are four registered parks and gardens in Newark and Sherwood Rufford Abbey (Grade II) Thoresby Park (Grade I) Thurgarton Hundred Workhouse (Grade II*) Whilst statutory planning protection does not apply to registered parks and gardens (ot...
Epperstone Neighbourhood Plan
The Epperstone Neighbourhood Plan passed the referendum held on 12 December 2019. As a consequence, the plan now forms part of the development plan for the district and can be used in the determination of planning applications in the neighbourhood ar...
LDF Monitoring
The progress of the Local Development Framework (LDF) and the effectiveness of the Policies within it are monitored, as well as the amount of residential, employment and other development within the District, through the Annual Monitoring Report. Mon...
Examination homepage
The Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD was submitted to the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities on 18th January 2024 for independent examination. The formal notice of submission is provided below. CD06 - Notic...
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...
Computer fraud and cyber attacks - Business continuity
Having your computer system hacked can not only put your business at risk, but can leave you open to investigation under data protection if customers’ details are stolen. Check out get safe online for advice on how to ensure your systems are safe...
Data from the 2011 census - Equality information
Demographic information from the 2011 census provides a breakdown of the district’s population and within particular equality groups. From this information we know that: Newark and Sherwood has a usual resident population of approximately 114,800 ...
What happens when I make a request? - Freedom of Information (FOI)
We must usually respond to your request for information within 20 working days of receiving it. If possible we will provide it sooner. You need to let us know how you would prefer to receive the information. You can ask for: a copy of the informatio...
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...
Financial information - Wellow Parish Council
2023/24 2023/24 Exercise of Public Rights (PDF File, 374kb) Certificate of Exemption 2023/24 (PDF File, 8,815kb) Annual Governance Statement 2023/24 (PDF File, 9,211kb) Internal Audit Report 2023/24 (PDF File, 11,500kb) Accounting Statements 2023/24...
Contact - Walesby Parish Council
Clerk: Mrs Andrea Hillman Walesby Village Hall, New Hill, Walesby NG22 9PB Telephone: 07554 391310 or 01623 835463 (Walesby Hall) Email: walesbyparish@hotmail.com...
Failure to obtain or comply with a permit - Industrial emissions
Permits are issued with conditions relating to: the management of the site emission limits any other process controls that the operator must comply with. Conditions within the permit are based on information provided in process guidance notes (PG...
Homelessness Prevention and Rough Sleeper Strategy 2024 – 2029 - Losing your home
Our vision for Newark and Sherwood is to create an environment where people lead safe and healthy lifestyles, ensuring suitable housing for all. At the heart of this is our aim to break the cycle of homelessness by ensuring the causes are identified ...
Parking dispensation scheme
Dispensations are short term parking permits (up to 14 days) for vehicles parking on streets with parking restrictions. Restrictions might include residents parking schemes, loading bays or single yellow lines. The scheme is aimed at builders, contra...
Services - Upton Parish Council
Land Land owned by the Council: The Collies, Upton The Village Hall, Church Lane, Upton The Burial Ground, Church Lane, Upton Allotment land at Springwood Farm, Upton Land at Carr Lane, Upton Upton parish council is also the owner of the open churc...
How will scheduling affect me? - Scheduled ancient monuments
If you’re the owner of a scheduled monument (or are acting on behalf of the owner) and wish to carry out works to the monument, you’ll need to apply for prior written permission from the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. ...
Fire safety in HMOs - Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)
Fire safety is an important factor when assessing the standards present in HMOs. Landlords must ensure they provide an adequate fire detection system, fire separation and emergency lighting provisions. For more information, read the national guidance...
Southwell Neighbourhood Plan - Neighbourhood plans under preparation
The Amended Southwell Neighbourhood Plan is currently under consultation until 5pm on Wednesday 19th February 2025 and can be viewed on our page....
First/second reminder - Problems paying your Council Tax
A first reminder is sent because our records show you have fallen behind with your payments. This usually means you’ve not paid an instalment on time, or that you paid less than you should have done. It may also be sent if you still owe money from ...
District and County councillors - Hawton Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Farndon and Fernwood) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County Council website....
Publication scheme
We want to be a transparent organisation that helps you to understand what we do and how we do it. We not only want to respond to but also be pro-active in publishing information. The Freedom of Information Act 2000 requires every public authority ...
Nottinghamshire County Council Divisional Fund Awards - Newark and Sherwood community grant scheme
It’s also worth contacting your local county councillor to find out how they might be able to support initiatives in your area....
Planning fees - Submitting an application
Most applications need a planning fee. Planning Fees in England are set nationally by the Government and are detailed in the Town and Country Planning (Fees for Applications, Deemed Applications, Requests and Site visits) (England) Regulations 2012...
How do we decide whether to make a DHP? - Discretionary Housing Payment
The total amount of money that we have available to spend in these cases is limited. That means that financial constraints are a factor in our decision on any individual case. The payments are discretionary and there are no formal appeal rights again...
Charges for information
This is a summary of the fees that may be charged by Newark and Sherwood District Council for requests for information made under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and how those fees are calculated...
Current position - Southwell Leisure Centre
On 21 May 2025, Councillor Paul Peacock, Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council released a statement about Southwell Leisure Centre. Councillor Peacock said: "I can confirm that the lease between the Council and Southwell Leisure Centre Tru...
Sky lanterns and balloons (ban on use)
Sky lanterns and helium balloon releases are banned in our council parks. We’ve also asked parish and town councils and large venues in the district to prohibit balloons and sky lanterns from being released on their land. The decision was made due ...
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...
Postal and Proxy voting - 1 May 2025 County Council Elections
Postal voting If you would like to vote by post, the deadline to apply for this election was 5pm on Monday 14 April 2025. You can still apply to vote by post online or complete a paper application form which is available from the Electoral Commissio...
What to include in your comments - View or comment on a planning application
When you comment on a planning application, the main thing to remember is that we can only take planning related matters into account when making a decision. This applies to planning applications across the UK. Planning matters normally relate to iss...
Public space protection orders
Public space protection orders exist to promote responsible actions and restrict behaviour that is anti-social in our parks and other open spaces. Any behaviour can be restricted on any land, which is publicly accessible with or without payment. PS...
Elections
Find out about elections including how to vote in an election, who is currently your MP and if there are any elections in your area....
Food safety enforcement - Food safety regulations
Responsibility for the enforcement of food legislation in Nottinghamshire lies with our Environmental Health team, who ensure that food businesses in the district are preparing and selling food hygienically. Nottinghamshire County Council is respons...
How do I make a request? - Environmental Information Regulations
Visit our page for more details on EIR and other requests. EIR requests can be made verbally. Should your EIR request relate to Land Charges Con29, our website provides details to enable you to make your own determination of what the Con29 response ...
Postal and Proxy voting - 3 July 2025 County Council by-election
Postal voting If you would like to vote by post, you can now apply to vote by post online and this application must be submitted by 5pm on Wednesday 18 June 2025 if it is to be effective for this election. If you are unable to apply online, a paper ...
Scheduled ancient monuments
There are currently 71 scheduled monuments in the Newark and Sherwood district. They include a wide range of archaeological types, from medieval castle remains to prehistoric mounds and civil war fortifications. Discover them by searching the nation...