Community – Newark & Surrounding Area
Newark has a strong community spirit, supported by local clubs, volunteer groups and community-led projects across the town and surrounding villages.
This page brings together community organisations, informal groups and local initiatives, helping residents find ways to get involved, meet others and support causes that matter locally. Listings will grow over time as groups and projects are added.
Pre-School and Nurseries
Balderton Pre School – Provides sessional and full-day preschool education and early years childcare, supporting children aged 2–5 years through play-based learning, social development and school readiness.
Telephone 07946 176694 manager mobile / contact via Balderton Pre-School)
Website https://www.chuterede.com/ contact via Chuter Ede Primary / email if available.
Sconce Hills Pre-School Playgroup – Charity-run playgroup offering early years education, play and social development for children aged 2–4 years in a supportive community setting at Christchurch Hall.
Telephone 07772 525092
Website (no official website found) — contact via email sconcehills@gmail.com.
YMCA Nursery at the Village – Ofsted-registered nursery at the YMCA Community & Activity Village providing childcare and early learning for babies, toddlers and preschool-age children with creative and active play opportunities.
Telephone 01636 233125
Website www.ymcanewarksherwood.org/nursery
Littlegate For Little People – Purpose-built nursery and early years setting offering childcare from 3 months up to preschool age, with outdoor space and a child-focused learning environment between Dry Doddington and Stubton.
Telephone 01636 626067
Website littlegatesforlittlepeople.weebly.com
Infants
Winthorpe Primary School – Provides primary education for children aged 4–11, focusing on a broad curriculum, strong community values, and nurturing each child’s learning journey in a supportive environment.
Telephone 01636 680060
Website www.winthorpe.notts.sch.uk
Christ Church C of E Primary School – Church of England primary school offering a caring and inclusive learning environment for children aged 4–11 with a focus on Christian values and academic development.
Telephone 01636 680051
Website www.christchurchprimarynewark.co.uk
Lovers’ Lane Primary and Nursery School – Primary and nursery school delivering education for early years through Key Stage 2, promoting achievement through personalised teaching, enrichment activities and community engagement.
Telephone 01636 683353
Website www.loverslane.notts.sch.uk
Mount C of E Primary School – Church of England primary school offering a broad and balanced curriculum for children aged 4–11, emphasising Christian values, academic growth and pastoral care.
Telephone 01636 688166
Website www.mountcofeprimary.co.uk
The King’s Church of England Primary Academy – Provides primary education rooted in Christian values, focusing on academic excellence, personal wellbeing and community participation for pupils aged 4–11.
Telephone 01636 680284
Website www.kings.snmat.org.uk
Coddington CofE Primary School – Church of England primary school fostering academic achievement and personal development for children aged 4–11 within a caring Christian ethos.
Telephone 01636 702974
Website www.coddingtoncofeprimary.com
Kirklington Primary School – Small rural primary school offering a supportive and engaging education for children aged 4–11, emphasising creativity, enrichment and community involvement.
Telephone 01636 812360
Website www.kirklingtonprimary.org.uk
The Claypole Church of England Primary School – Provides primary education for children aged 4–11, promoting a broad curriculum within a caring Christian ethos, focusing on academic achievement, personal development and community involvement.
Telephone 01636 626268
Website www.claypoleprimary.org
Fernwood Primary and Nursery School – Community primary school offering education from early years through Key Stage 2 with a focus on nurturing, inclusive learning, strong pastoral support and a stimulating curriculum for children aged 3–11.
Telephone 0115 9155727
Website www.fernwoodprimary.co.uk
Senior Schools
The Newark Academy – Mixed secondary academy providing education for students aged 11–18 with a wide range of GCSEs, BTECs and post-16 courses, focusing on academic achievement, personal development and community engagement.
Telephone 01636 615000
Website www.newarkacademy.co.uk
The Suthers School – Co-educational secondary academy serving students aged 11–19 with a broad curriculum designed to develop knowledge, skills and character, and prepare young people for future study and careers.
Telephone 01636 957690
Website www.thesuthersschool.co.uk
Magnus Church of England Academy – Mixed 11–18 Church of England secondary school offering a broad academic and vocational curriculum, enrichment activities and pastoral support rooted in Christian values.
Telephone 01636 680066
Website www.magnusacademy.co.uk
Sir William Robertson Academy – Co-educational secondary school for students aged 11–18, offering a broad academic and vocational curriculum, pastoral support and enrichment opportunities to prepare pupils for exams and future pathways.
Telephone 01400 272422
Website www.swracademy.org (Note: Sir William Robertson Academy is located in Welbourn, Lincolnshire – included here as requested.)
Further Education
Newark College – Provides further education courses, apprenticeships and technical training for school-leavers and adult learners, including vocational qualifications and pathways into employment or higher study in a friendly campus environment.
Telephone 01636 680680
Website www.lincolncollege.ac.uk(Newark College campus page on Lincoln College site)
Lincoln College (Newark and Lincolnshire campuses) – Large general further education college offering a wide range of full-time, part-time and adult education courses, apprenticeships, specialist training and higher education programmes across multiple campuses including Newark and Lincoln.
Telephone 01522 876000
Website www.lincolncollege.ac.uk
Air & Space Institute (ASI), Newark – Specialist further education and technical training centre focused on aviation, aerospace and engineering disciplines, providing practical skills and career-focused qualifications for students interested in aviation and related industries.
Telephone 01636 680680
Website www.lincolncollege.ac.uk (ASI page on Lincoln College site)
Clubs & Societies
Sports clubs, hobby groups, interest societies and social clubs open to residents of Newark and nearby villages, covering a wide range of activities and interests.
Newark Rugby Club – Local rugby club offering teams and training for adults and juniors, based at Kelham Road and open to players, supporters and volunteers.
Website: https://www.newarkrufc.com
Newark Athletic Club – Community athletics club supporting runners of all abilities, from beginners to competitive athletes, with training sessions and local events.
Website: https://www.newarkac.co.uk
Newark Choral Society – Long-established choral society performing a range of classical and contemporary works, welcoming new singers throughout the year.
Website: newarkchoralsociety.org.uk
Newark & District Amateur Operatic Society – Long-established local society producing musical theatre shows and performances, with opportunities to get involved both on and off stage.
Website: https://ndaos.org.uk
Newark Tennis Club – Friendly tennis club offering coaching, competitions and social play for adults and juniors of all abilities, based at Beacon Hill Road.
Website: https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/NewarkTennisClub
Volunteering & Good Causes
Charities, volunteer groups and community organisations offering opportunities to give time, skills or support to local causes and people in need.
Newark Foodbank – Provides emergency food support to people in crisis across Newark and the surrounding area, supported by local volunteers and donations.
Website: https://newark.foodbank.org.uk
Newark & Sherwood CVS – Supports local charities and voluntary organisations and helps connect residents with volunteering opportunities.
Website: https://www.nscvs.org.uk
Age UK Nottinghamshire – Offers support, advice and services for older people, including befriending, activities and practical help.
Website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk
Newark Emmaus Trust – Local charity supporting people affected by homelessness through accommodation, training and work opportunities.
Website: https://newarkemmaus.org.uk
Community Projects
Resident-led or council-supported projects focused on improving local spaces, supporting neighbourhoods or bringing people together through shared initiatives.
Newark Creates Cultural Programme – Newark Creates is a cultural programme of events and activities for all ages, which is being developed as part of Newark’s High Streets Heritage Action Zone.
Website: https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/arts-culture/community/newark-creates/
Friends of Sconce and Devon Park – Volunteer group supporting the upkeep, events and community use of Sconce and Devon Park.
Website: https://www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/sconceanddevon/
Local Groups & Meet-ups
Informal groups and meet-ups, including walking groups, social gatherings, parenting groups and interest-based meet-ups across Newark and the surrounding area.
Newark Sewing Group – Newark Sewing Group is a group for social sewing. They meet on the second Monday evening 7-9pm ( venue tbc) and on the fourth Saturday morning from 10-1pm at the Bridge Community Centre, Lincoln Road, Newark, NG24 2DQ.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1107442849948786/
Contact: newarksewinggroup@outlook.com
Newark Ramblers – Local walking group organising regular walks in and around Newark, open to new members and visitors.
Website: https://newarkramblers.org.uk/
Newark U3A – Part of the national University of the Third Age network, offering social, educational and leisure activities for retired and semi-retired people.
Website: https://newark-u3a.org.uk/
Newark Men’s Shed – Community group providing a welcoming space for men to meet, socialise, share skills and support wellbeing through practical activities.
Website: https://menssheds.org
Newark Walking Groups – A range of informal and organised walking groups offering regular walks for different fitness levels across Newark and nearby countryside.
Website: https://ramblers.org.uk
Youth Groups & Uniformed Organisations
Newark and the surrounding villages are home to a wide range of youth organisations and community groups, including Scout groups, Guide units, Cub packs and cadet forces. Rather than listing individual units, Newark Local signposts the main organisations below, where up-to-date local group information can be found.
The Scouts (Newark area) – Numerous Beaver, Cub, Scout and Explorer groups operating across Newark and surrounding villages, offering adventure, skills and teamwork for young people.
Website: https://scouts.org.uk/groups/
Girlguiding (Newark area) – Local Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers groups providing activities, learning and confidence-building for girls and young women.
Website: https://girlguiding.org.uk
Army Cadet Force (Nottinghamshire) – Youth organisation offering structured activities, leadership training and outdoor challenges for young people aged 12–18.
Website: https://armycadets.com
Air Training Corps (RAF Cadets) – RAF-affiliated cadet organisation providing aviation-themed activities, adventure training and leadership development for young people.
Website: https://raf.mod.uk/aircadets/
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