WELCOME TO NEWARK LOCAL

Everything you need to know about life in and around Newark

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About Newark-on-Trent

Newark-on-Trent is a historic market town in Nottinghamshire, situated on the River Trent from which it takes its name. Known for its strong sense of community, independent businesses and rich Civil War history, Newark serves as a hub for surrounding villages as well as the wider district. Today, Newark combines a traditional market town atmosphere with modern amenities, making it a popular place to live, work and visit.

Newark at a glance

  • Population: 30,345 (2021 Census data)
  • First recorded: 11th century (Domesday Book, 1086)
  • County: Nottinghamshire
  • River: River Trent
  • Market days: Monday (antiques & crafts), Wednesday, Thursday (antiques & crafts), Friday & Saturday
  • Known for: Newark Castle, Civil War history, market square, riverside walks, National Civil War Centre, Antiques fairs and Showground events

Picture Credits
By Newark Castle by Martin Froggatt, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=150164756
By Newark Market Place by Stephen McKay, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=161107529
By Uksignpix – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4501412
By Stodman Street by Alan Murray-Rust, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=114606282