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Bassetlaw District Council e-Newsletter |
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Cllr Sybil Fielding has been sworn in as the new Chair of Bassetlaw District Council during the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 13th May.
Cllr Fielding succeeds Cllr Tony Eaton in the role and will be assisted this year by Cllr David Naylor as Vice Chair.
Read more here.
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A brand-new piece of public art has been installed in Kings’ Park, Retford that encourages people to pause, reflect and enjoy the park in a different way.
Designed and created by renowned sculptor Ian Gill, ‘The Peace Tree’ offers a calming presence at the entrance to the park, providing the opportunity for a moment of reflection in a busy world.
More information.
We are extremely sorry to say that the Splash Park at the Canch in Worksop will be closed over the next few weeks while major replacement work takes place.
We understand this is really disappointing, especially when the weather is so nice. However, you can still cool off at our Splash Parks in Langold Country Park and Kings’ Park in Retford, which are now open.
Last year, we experienced a number of mechanical and water quality issues and as part of a full audit of the Splash Park over the winter, we identified some significant replacements that needed to be made in our Plant Room, which deals with water treatment and distribution.
Unfortunately, during this time, we have experienced some delays in sourcing and receiving the equipment needed and securing specialist contractors who are available to carry out this work.
The replacement is planned to begin on Monday 1st June, which will extend the lifespan of the Splash Park and ensure we have a modern facility with enhanced safety standards.
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Priory Centre set for exciting new phase
The demolition phase of the Priory Centre regeneration project is now complete, clearing the way for the construction stage to begin on time.
The main building that formed part of the original Netherholme Centre has been safely removed, with preparation work for the next phase of construction having already begun.
Visitors to Worksop Town Centre will be able to see progress on site over the coming months as a new building is constructed to host exciting facilities, including a climbing wall, indoor adventure play area, a bowling alley and more.
More Information
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 Daily summer bus service to connect more communities with Clumber Park
A new daily bus service connecting Worksop and Clumber Park will launch this summer, helping more people access nature, heritage and free family activities throughout the school holidays.
Running from Saturday 25 July to Sunday 6 September, the service is being funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) and operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, in partnership with the National Trust.
The route will run three times a day, every day, linking Worksop Train Station, Worksop Bus Station, Manton Depots and Clumber Park, before returning along the same route.
More Information.
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Move More in May
Move More In May is underway and we're inviting you to join in! It's a yearly initiative that encourages increased physical activity and boosted health and wellbeing.
Whether your exercise involves walking, wheeling, cycling, swimming, stretching or gardening - it all counts!
Simply keep track of your approximate number of moves and submit them daily, weekly or at the end of the month on the Move More in May website.
There's even prizes up for grabs when you submit your moves, including air fryers, leisure centre passes, Clumber Park passes and more!
Our Move More in May goal for 2026 is to reach 45 million moves together - the equivalent of walking around Clumber Park 7,358 times! We’re currently at 38,733,378, so let’s keep the momentum going!
Find out more.
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Family Fun Day
On Friday, 29th May 2026 we’re hosting a family fun day in celebration of Move More In May!
Activities will include a climbing wall, axe throwing, face painting, archery, soft play, led walks, challenges, and much, much more! Plus, an exciting entertainment schedule from local dance schools, cheerleaders and fitness instructors.
Join us at Kings’ Park in Retford between 12:00pm and 3:00pm for a day of free, family-friendly fun.
And don’t forget – the activities you take part in during the day count towards your Move More in May total.
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Retford’s Market has been given a makeover with the arrival of new and refurbished stalls that bring a bright and welcoming feel to one of the town’s main attractions.
New white and green coverings are now adorning traders’ stalls, helping to give them a new lease of life and improving the market’s appearance.
More information.
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Reminder - you are now able to recycle even more kerbside!
Just follow these simple steps:
- Rinse out your items and leave the lid on.
- Make sure your items are dry
- Pop your items in the recycling bin loose
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Yes please
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No thank you
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Plastic bottles, pots, tubs, trays and tubes
Paper and card
Tins, cans and aerosols
Clean foil and metal food trays
Cartons and Tetra Pak
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Food waste
Nappies and sanitary waste
Polystyrene containers and packaging
Plastic film, including crisp packets and pet food pouches
Textiles and clothes
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Glass bottles and jars go into your black bin.
Remember - do not put batteries, vapes or electrical items in any of your kerbside bins. If in doubt, use the free Recycling Checker.
Our glass collection service is underway, with residents receiving their first week of collections.
Your collections will take place every six weeks from your kerbside in the same way your blue and green bins do. Simply put your bin at the kerbside before 6am on the day of your collection. If you have an Assisted Bin Collection, this will also take place for your Black Bin.
The following items can be put in your Black Bin for recycling:
- Wine and beer bottles
- Sauce and condiments jars
- Cosmetics jars
- Perfume bottles
- Medicine bottles
- Glass bubble bath or bath salts containers
Please ensure that these items are clean and you’ve removed any lids that are not made of glass.
Check your glass collection dates.
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