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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 – wi...
Advice for community groups, volunteers or carers
There are 126 community groups offering support to people across Newark and Sherwood. All groups are listed on the Nottinghamshire Coronavirus Community Support Hub. Community groups offer a range of support including helping people with food shopp...
Housing Ombudsman Service - Social housing regulatory information
The Housing Ombudsman Service is an impartial service available to all social housing residents for support them to resolve disputes with their landlord. The Housing Ombudsman Service can provide information and advice to social housing residents, to...
District and County councillors - Rolleston Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Trent Ward) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County council website...
District and County councillors - Upton Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Trent Ward) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County council website...
District and County councillors - South Muskham and Little Carlton Parish Council
Find your district councillor (Muskham Ward) Find your county councillor on the Nottinghamshire County council website...
In an emergency - The digital phone switchover
Digital landlines cannot carry a power connection, so in the event of a power cut they will not work. If you have a mobile phone this can still be used, but if you’ve no other means of calling the emergency services your telecoms provider will offe...
Councillor Casual Vacancy - Oxton Parish Council
Oxton Parish Council has an exciting opportunity for a member of the community to serve as a Parish Councillor. Are you interested in local current affairs? Do you wish to serve and contribute to your community? Could you provide a voice for local r...
Rateable value - Business rates information and appeals
The rateable value is assessed by the VOA, which is an agency of HM Revenue and Customs. A property's rateable value is an assessment of the annual rent the property would rent for if it were available to let on the open market at a fixed valuation d...
Business rates information and appeals
Business rates is a local tax that is paid by the occupiers of all non-domestic or business property. Business rates are charged on most business properties such as shops, offices, pubs and factories. However, the property doesn't have to be used for...
Broadleaves, Boughton - Housing with care
Broadleaves is a housing with care development for over 60's that opened in 2021. Built to meet the needs of our community, Broadleaves is a modern facility designed specifically to allow people to live independently and safely as their needs change ...
What's in it for you? - Best Bar None scheme
Areas which have established the scheme have seen a dramatic reduction in anti-social behaviour and alcohol-related violence, enhancing the customer experience and creating a safer environment. The rewards for licensees include: the prestige of bein...
Immigration property inspection
Anyone making an application to the UK Border agency for entry clearance into the UK, may be asked to obtain an independent assessment of the accommodation where they propose to live. A property inspection, carried out by the Council, ensures that a ...
Counting of the votes - 3 July 2025 County Council by-election
Firstly, the ballot boxes will be 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 ba...
Referendums - Election results
Bulcote Neighbourhood Plan 6 May 2021 (PDF File, 108kb) Epperstone Neighbourhood Plan 12 December 2019 (PDF File, 107kb) Fiskerton-cum-Morton Neighbourhood Plan 12 December 2019 (PDF File, 454kb) Kings Clipstone Neighbourhood Plan 31 January 2019 (P...
Annual events and festivals - Events & what's on
Big Draw festival Drawing can change lives! Enjoy free arts events around the district as part of this national festival of drawing. Find out more about The Big Draw on their website. Big Fake festival The amazing three-day annual finale of the UKâ€...
Reporting fly-tipping - Fly-tipping and abandoned vehicles
If you see any fly-tipping, please report it to us. If you find evidence, please leave it where it is and let us know as soon as possible. If you witness the act of fly-tipping please make a note of any details such as vehicle registration number and...
Motion for the Ocean
At the Newark and Sherwood District Council Full Council meeting on 17 October 2023, Councillors from all parties unanimously voted to support a Motion for the Ocean and declared an urgent need for ocean recovery. In doing so, the Council became the ...
Planting for the future - Trees and nature conservation
We’re currently undertaking an ambitious tree planting programme - and we need your help. By increasing the number of trees in the district we are making our communities more attractive, greener and healthier places to live and work. Trees are vita...
Rewarding your business - Best Bar None scheme
In 2015, Nottinghamshire was the first county in the UK to launch a county-wide Best Bar None scheme. All accredited venues in the county are entered into a set of awards that are voted for by the public. Another set are awarded to a small number o...
Trees and nature conservation
From the ancient oaks of Sherwood Forest, to flocks of golden plover wintering on the wetlands of the Trent Valley, our district has a unique biodiversity. The District Council helps to protect and promote our wildlife in many ways, from planting tre...
Sconce and Devon Park
Surround yourself with civil war history and discover the very best of the great outdoors at Sconce and Devon park (NG24 4AU), Enjoy the present in Newark’s largest open space, where you’ll find modern facilities including a children’s play are...
Fostering - Adoption and Fostering
Could you offer a stable home to a child who is unable to stay with their own family? There’s a growing need for more foster parents in Nottinghamshire with more than 800 children in council care. They’re particularly looking for foster carers fo...
How do I make a request? - Freedom of Information (FOI)
Visit our page for details on how to make your request and forms which may be of use....
Boughton Community Hub
A place where people and partnerships make a difference! The Hub is a place for our tenants and residents in Boughton to seek advice, support and assistance on a wide range of issues. This can be housing advice, job seeking help, rent guidance as wel...
Events for older people - Events & what's on
From cafes for carers to singing groups, there’s lots going on to keep you active and young at heart. Older people's day takes place every year on 1 October, celebrating older people who change lives, making our district a better place to live....
Meetings - Oxton Parish Council
2nd Tuesday of the month except August and December, held in the Sylvia Bell room, Oxton Village Hall at 7.30pm: Meetings in 2024 January 9th February 13th March12th April 9th May 7th OPEN MEETING OF THE PARISH May 14th June 11th July 9th No meeting...
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...
Information for solicitors - Council insurance claims
If you're a third party solicitor enquiring about our insurance policy details and Portal ID: For claims pre 1 February 2019: for EL our insurer is Zurich Municipal, policy number QLA 10H081 0093 and the portal compensator ID C00108 for PL our insur...
Adoption and Fostering
Nottinghamshire County Council is always keen to hear from people interested in adoption and fostering children in their care....
Car park locations
All car parks have Disabled Parking Accreditation and Park Mark Awards Easy car park finder Disabled Parking Accredited Park Mark Safer Parking ...
Am I eligible? - Discounts and exemptions
You are defined as a care leaver, in this instance, if you’re aged between 16 and 25, currently reside in the district and are required to pay council tax. One of the following must also apply: you’ve been in the care of the local authority (loo...
Notts and Lincs Credit Union
The Notts and Lincs Credit Union is a fair and ethical, not for profit, local provider offering savings and affordable loans focused on your specific needs. It’s a membership-based organisation, much like a co-operative. Once you start an account y...
What if the pest problem is at a business premises? - Pest control
If you’re concerned about a pest problem at a business premises, visit our to find out more, or ....
Empty properties - Discounts and exemptions
If a property is furnished but not occupied no discount will apply. A 25% discount applies for the first 84 days from when a property first becomes unfurnished and unoccupied, after this time a full charge will become payable. More information can be...
Equipment for hire - Events & what's on
If you’re organising an event, we can help you get your event up and running by offering hire of chairs, tables, benches, barriers etc. E-mail arts@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk for further information Outdoor Staging Company can provide staging (a t...
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...
Childminders and nurseries - Registering your food business
If you’re a childminder or run a nursery providing food for the children you look after, the details you provide to Ofsted will be used to register you as a food business. Your details will be available to your local authority and you will not have...
Welcome pack - Homes for Ukraine
Please use the link below to access the Welcome Packs that are now also available in Ukrainian and Russian for your guest(s). Welcome Pack | Nottinghamshire County Council Please ensure to notify Resettlement@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk  once your gues...
Our Moving Home Checklist - Information for New Residents
Here are a few things that you may need to change immediately: Council Tax (that’s us!) Housing benefit (that’s us too!) Register your new address to vote (that’s also us!) DWP for any benefits Bank account providers Your employer Your childre...
Getting to us - General visitor information
Parking is available nearby. We are located 300m away from Newark Castle Station and 250m from Newark Royal Market and the Town Centre....
Tendering for Council contracts
Any business can tender for a contract with us. Read our guide to public sector tendering (PDF File, 391kb) for more details and advice....
National Civil War Centre
The National Civil War Centre invites you to explore one of the most fascinating times in UK history, sweeping you into a remarkable story of superstitions, serious sibling rivalry and seismic change which has affected the country we live in today. S...
Adult social care - Health & Social Care
Adult social care includes: community support equipment, aids and adaptations personal support meals on wheels occupational therapy care homes Find out more about these services and how to access them in the adult social care section of the Notting...
Where does my Council Tax go - Your Council Tax 2025
You can click on the links below to see what your Council Tax band is. If you have any difficulties in paying your Council Tax, please contact us. Find out more about Council Tax bands. Find out more about your Parish or Town council. 41% of homes in...
Food hygiene and safety training - Food safety regulations
Employees in food businesses must be trained in food hygiene to a level that suits their duties and responsibilities. Find out more about ....
General documents - Oxton Parish Council
Accounting Statements 2024-25 (PDF File, 793kb) Annual Governance Statement 2024-25 (PDF File, 776kb) Notice of public rights 2024-25 (PDF File, 601kb) Notice of Conclusion of Audit - Year ended 31 March 2023 (PDF File, 348kb) Annual Governance State...
Rumbles Cafe - Sconce and Devon Park
Rumbles cafe is run by Rumbles Catering Project, a charity providing education and training for people with learning difficulties. It has a five-star hygiene rating and , including vegetarian options. The cafe offers outside seating and a take-away...
News stories - Motion for the Ocean
October 2023 - Newark and Sherwood becomes first Midlands Council to declare Ocean commitment January 2024 - Motion for the Ocean letter to the Secretary of State April 2024 -Â All tickets gone! The Plastic Ocean Show in Newark fully booked in under ...
Safer food, better business - Food safety regulations
All food outlets must produce food that is safe to eat. In addition, the law requires businesses to be able to show what they do to make food safe to eat, and to have this written down. They must also keep records of the checks made. The Food Standar...