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We’re delighted to announce that Newark and Sherwood District will be hosting both the start and finish of stage 4 of the world-famous Tour of Britain cycle race. The race last came through Nottinghamshire in 2022 going from West Bridgford through to Mansfield. This year Sherwood Forest will provide a stunning backdrop to the Tour of Britain cycle race when it returns to the county on Wednesday 6 September.

Residents with cold-sensitive long-term health conditions are being advised to utilise the summer to prepare for the colder winter months by signing up to the District Council’s Warm Homes on Prescription scheme.

Newark and Sherwood Community Lottery celebrates a £2,000 win! Since launching over £17,600 has been won and almost £59,000 has been raised for the local community.

Today, Newark and Sherwood District Council is calling for witnesses to come forward after its officers responded to reports of vandalism at Grove Street Play Park in Balderton, Newark yesterday morning. 

With the weather warming up and the summer just getting started, Brompton Bike Hire is offering all residents in the district five days of free hire credit to encourage more people to swap four wheels for two.

Businesses in Newark and Sherwood can sign up for a series of free online webinars to improve their social media knowledge and learn how to increase brand awareness and attract new customers. 

Sign up and support a good cause today and not only will you be in with the chance of winning weekly cash prizes of up to £25,000, but if you enter before Saturday 24 June, you will be in with the chance of winning a Sony Home Theatre bundle, all for just £1 a week!

Work is being undertaken by Newark and Sherwood District Council to improve access and users’ experience in the district’s parks and open spaces.

The stunning grounds of Newark Castle are set to host another season of fantastic outdoor theatre this summer. Across July and August, six shows will delight audiences young and old with sensational stories told against this remarkable historic backdrop.

Last year Newark and Sherwood hit its highest ever recycling rate!  That means that more materials than ever were sent to be recycled as opposed to being put into general waste for incineration.