Newark and Sherwood
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Newark and Sherwood spans Nottinghamshire’s historic heart, with Newark-on-Trent as its main town, famous for Newark Castle, its market square, and riverside setting on the Trent. The district includes Southwell, renowned for its cathedral-like Minster, and part of Sherwood Forest, rich in Robin Hood legend. The landscape is varied, from fertile farmland to ancient woodland and river valleys. Historic villages, stately homes, and nature reserves enhance its blend of heritage and natural beauty.
The local authority for this district is: Newark & Sherwood District Council - responsible for district-level services. Since Nottinghamshire is a two-tier area, county-level services are handled by: Nottinghamshire County Council.
Constituencies in Newark and Sherwood
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Wards in Newark and Sherwood
Newark and Sherwood is divided into 21 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Balderton North & Coddington
- Balderton South
- Beacon
- Bilsthorpe
- Boughton
- Bridge
- Castle
- Collingham
- Devon
- Dover Beck
- Edwinstowe & Clipstone
- Farndon & Fernwood
- Farnsfield
- Lowdham
- Muskham
- Ollerton
- Rainworth North & Rufford
- Rainworth South & Blidworth
- Southwell
- Sutton-on-Trent
- Trent