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Age UK Connect - Older people's housing needs
Connect is a community-based short-term support service with a focus on empowering people. They offer free information, advice, signposting and practical support around: physical and mental health care needs housing finances building friendships ber...
Further information - Community Sustainability
Centre for Alternative Technology offer a free information service providing free, independent, and impartial advice on a wide array of topic relating to sustainability and sustainable living: renewable energy, green building and renovation, water an...
Contact us - Footer blocks
Castle House, Great North Road, Newark, Notts, NG24 1BY Ollerton Advice Office, Sycamore Road, New Ollerton, Newark, Notts, NG22 9PS Customer complaints and feedback...
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 ...
Farndon - Street Warden Housing Surgery
Farndon - Trent House Community Centre (PDF File, 288kb)...
Consultation and engagement - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029
The Council aims to ensure that individuals accessing Council services, whether as residents, visitors, customers, or employees, are well informed about local issues. They should have the ability to participate and influence local decision-making and...
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...
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...
Become a Green Champion in Newark and Sherwood - Great British Spring Clean
Why not step up as Green Champions and help us tackle litter hotspots across the district. The scheme is open to anyone aged 18 or over living in Newark and Sherwood who wants to make a positive impact in their community. We'll give you support and s...
Available sessions - Junior Rangers
At Junior Rangers, children will get to build habitats and shelters, learn about fire safety, create their own art pieces using materials around the park, go bird watching, and more over the sessions taking place through school holidays! New sessions...
Coddington community centre - Community centres
Built in 2006 as an ecofriendly facility, the aim of the centre is to provide a place for local residents to get together for activities or celebrations. Facilities include: main hall perfect for parties and badminton kitchen with serving hatch smal...
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...
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: 24/04/2026 - Knife Angel arrives | New CCTV control room | Policing update 03/04/2026 - What's on in our district this Easter and throughout April 27/03/2026 - New vi...
Notification of the Tour of Britain to residents and businesses - Tour of Britain
We have written to residents and businesses who we think may be impacted by the route of the Tour of Britain. You can download copies of the letters here: Notification to businesses, Newark [132kb] Notification to businesses, Southwell [149kb] Notifi...
Contact Us - Gas Safety
Manage your appointments via MyHome Call us on 01636 650 000 ...
Action on unsafe water supplies - Private water supplies
If we consider that a private water supply is unwholesome, the regulations state that we must: investigate the cause give the user(s) advice to allow them to minimise the potential of danger liaise with the Health Protection Agency to seek advice on...
Industrial emissions
Some industrial activities which emit substances into the environment could be harmful to wildlife, ecosystems or human health unless they’re controlled. Industrial emissions are regulated and controlled under the Environmental Permitting Regula...
Background information - Southwell Leisure Centre
Statements issued in relation to Southwell Leisure Centre Newark and Sherwood District Council has released a number of statements in relation to Southwell Leisure Centre. These can be accessed via the links below and provide background information...
Proposed Projects for the Newark and Sherwood District - Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects
There are two proposed solar projects for the Newark and Sherwood district: PS Renewables and Ørsted’s One Earth Solar Project and Elements Green’s Great North Road (GNR) Solar Park. The Planning Inspectorate (PINs) is the Government Agency ...
The Barons' War - King John
The Pope decreed that King John did not have to adhere to the conditions of Magna Carta. The king took the Pope at his word. The result was war. The barons called upon the French for support and the Tower of London was seized. The country was engulfe...
Pest control
We do not offer a pest control services, but you can a find a pest controller on the British Pest Control Association (BPCA) website. The BPCA site also offers useful advice and information on the control of all types of pest....
Consultation and engagement
Have your say on open consultations, get involved in volunteering or find out information on available community funding....
This page is used to test webchat functionality - Webchat Test
If the webchat is working, it will be available on this page....
National Civil War Centre - Room hire
The National Civil War Centre (NG24 1JY) is located in the centre of Newark, is easily accessible by public transport and is a short walk from Newark Northgate train station. The museum has a number of spaces which can be used flexibly to suit your ...
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...
CCTV data protection and security - CCTV
CCTV is provided for the benefit of the community - to deter and detect acts of crime and disorder. Newark and Sherwood District Council's CCTV system is run in accordance with data protection and human rights legislation and never to the detrimen...
Housing health and safety rating system - Help with poor housing conditions
The Housing Act 2004 included a property assessment tool called the housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS). Where a report is received regarding poor housing conditions we use the HHSRS to assess the risk and condition of residential prope...
Contact us - Safety Advisory Group (SAG)
Tell us about your event by completing our online event notification form or you can direct any queries to SAG@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk and a member of the team will get back to you...
How to apply - Concessions
The person who would be named on the concession license should complete the application form [61kb] Applications are open until midday on Friday 20 March 2026. If you have any questions please email matthew.adey@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk Applications ...
Hawtonville community centre - Community centres
This modern, purpose-built facility in St Mary’s Gardens (NG24 4JQ) is fully accessible for all. It’s available for hire at competitive rates for meetings and regular bookings. Current bookings include hype youth club, Elaine Varney school of dan...
Public registers - Pollution
Public registers allow you to check facts. They might provide what is needed to put your mind at rest about an environmental issue or give you the necessary information to raise questions with the people concerned. Contact the Environment Agency if y...
High hedge investigation and action - High hedges and overhanging branches
The aim of our investigation is to strike a balance between your and the hedge owner's interests. We will not mediate in the dispute. If after assessing all of the information and submissions by both sides in the matter, we’re satisfied that a hedg...
Support with event promotion - Arts development
If you’re an arts professional, community group, local individual or arts organisation within the district, we may be able to help with promoting your events. Please send details of your event to our communications team pr@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk...
Gladstone House, Newark - Housing with care
Gladstone House is an extra care development for over 65's just off Bowbridge Road in Newark. Built to meet the needs of our community, it’s a modern facility, designed specifically to allow people to live life to the full, independently and safely...
Knife Angel Closing Ceremony - Knife Angel
The Knife Angel’s visit to Newark is drawing to a close, and we’re marking the occasion with a special closing ceremony on Sunday 17 May at St Mary Magdalene Church.Join us from 2pm for an inspiring event featuring a number of moving speeches, po...
Flooding risk and responsibilities - Flood FAQs
When is flooding likely? Flooding is usually a consequence of a long period of rain or heavy downpours. It can be made worse by many variables including neglected culverts, saturated ground and blocked drainage systems. It’s hard to predict when...
How long will it be in Newark for? - Knife Angel
The sculpture will be on public view in Newark Town Centre from 21 April 2026 until 19 May 2026. ...
Paying by telephone - Making payments to the Council
You can pay for the following by telephone: council tax business rates housing rent benefit overpayments invoice payments (includes Careline payments, parking permits, trade waste) You can pay over the phone using a debit or credit card. Call 0163...
Which organisations form the SAG? - Safety Advisory Group (SAG)
Our Safety Advisory Group (SAG) is comprised of various partner agencies offering specialist advice on issues related to public safety. This includes: Environmental Health Community Safety Licencing Highways - Nottinghamshire County Council Eme...
What will we do? - Help with poor housing conditions
The type of action we will take depends on: the level of risk the occupancy potential threat to visitors any effect on the local area The action we take will depend on the degree of risk and can vary from no action, to written advice, legal notice ...
Consultations
Have your say in important decisions and developments. Whether you’re a business, resident or visitor, our consultation and engagement strategy (PDF File, 574kb) is designed to listen to your views on council services, plans and decisions. Open c...
East Midlands Building Consultancy
Visit the East Midlands Building Consultancy (building control) website...
Dispute resolution - Leaseholder services
If you have a problem, with us so we'll work with you to resolve it. On the rare occasions when we're unable to solve your issue, you can request to report the issue formally....
How are unregistered sites identified? - Parks and gardens conservation
The identification of new unregistered parks and gardens is carried out using the definition informed by Historic England’s registered park & garden selection guides. These state that an unregistered park and garden should comprise: ‘Landscapes s...
Who is at risk? - Water Hygiene and Legionella
Everyone is susceptible to infection; however higher risk groups of people include those over 45 years of age, smokers, heavy drinkers, people suffering from respiratory or kidney disease and people with an impaired immune system. However, not ever...
Competitions
The District Council has various competitions for residents. Here are more details about the rules and conditions of these competitions. Palace Theatre: Promotion Terms and Conditions - NSDC Housing Facebook panto tickets (PDF File, 64kb) NSDC Housin...
Candidates - 6 November 2025 District Council by-elections
The deadline to stand as a candidate for these elections was 4pm on Friday 10 October 2025, as shown in the election timetable contained in the Candidates Nomination Pack (PDF File, 428kb)....
Useful Links - Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Monoxide Safety Leaflet (PDF File, 642kb) Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms | Newark & Sherwood District Council Gas Safe Register HETAS - Solid and Biofuel OFTEC - Oil ...
Park events - Sconce and Devon Park
Parkrun 9am every Saturday. Junior parkrun 9am every Sunday Late summer Follow the Sconce and Devon Park Facebook page for more information about our events and to join in the conversation....
Support available - Homes for Ukraine
We have received questions from residents wishing to help those in Ukraine. Below are a list of charities offering help and support whom you can contact: Red Cross Ukraine Unicef International Rescue Committee UN Refugee Agency More information about...