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Bassetlaw District Council e-Newsletter |
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Flood Action Week took place between 12 to 18 October. The campaign aims to raise people's awareness of flood risk and preparedness, to keep homes and business as safe as possible before a flood event, and whilst flooding is occurring.
Here are some key points to get you started:
Helpful Alerts and Warnings
Sign up for flood alerts - You’ll receive a call, text, or email if flooding is expected near your property.
Sign up to receive severe weather warnings from the Met Office, to stay ahead of changing weather conditions
Flood Plan
Create a flood plan.
A flood plan helps you:
- Know what to do if a flood warning is issued
- Protect important items and documents
- Plan how to turn off gas, water, and electricity safely
- Identify where you’ll move vehicles or valuables
- Keep a contact list of emergency numbers and insurance details
Preparing in advance can make all the difference when every minute counts.
Flood Stores
Be aware of the network of Flood Stores across the district.
These stores provide essential equipment and resources to help residents and community groups prepare for and respond to flooding.
Knowing where your nearest flood store is and what’s available can make a real difference during an emergency.
If you need to access a Community Resilience Store, contact Nottinghamshire County Council on: 0300 500 80 80 80 (Monday to Friday – 8am to 8pm, Saturday – 8am to 12noon).
Or on 01253 502 776 outside of these hours.
To access the Bassetlaw District Council Flood Stores in Worksop and Retford, call 01909 533 533 (Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm) or 07823 789 403 (outside of these hours).
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A Worksop property linked to reports of drug related activity and anti-social behaviour has been subject to a Closure Order following a successful application by Bassetlaw District Council.
Concerns about the property on Sandhill Street had been ongoing between at least May 2025 and September 2026, with repeated complaints from residents and numerous interventions by the Council and Nottinghamshire Police.
More Information.
 Major improvements to give Kilton Forest Community Centre a new lease of life
Bassetlaw District Council is making major improvements to Kilton Forest Community Centre in Worksop to create a more energy-efficient space for a local charity.
The building has been serving the community since the 1970s but is now being upgraded with plans in place to lease it to support charity Centre Place.
More Information.
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Bassetlaw District Council is seeking your view on the Snipe Park Woods area.
Your feedback will help us better understand local priorities and identify the actions that should be taken as part of the Thriving Communities initiative.
Thriving Communities is a partnership initiative focused on improving outcomes in areas experiencing deprivation. It aims to create safer, cleaner and healthier neighbourhoods, reduce anti-social behaviour, support health and wellbeing, and increase opportunities for people to make meaningful use of their time, ultimately helping communities to thrive.
You can share your views at our drop in event on:
- 28th October 2026
- 14:30 - 18:30
- Devonshire Road Community Centre, Harworth, DN11 8HG
Alternatively, you can share your views online.
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Worksop East By-Election
On Thursday, 29th October, voters in the Worksop East ward will head to the polls to vote for a new District Councillor.
The notice of poll and situation of polling stations for this election is now available on our website.
For further information, you can visit our other Worksop East By-Election webpages.
If you're voting in-person at your polling station for this election, you'll need an accepted form of photo ID. If you don't have one of the accepted forms of identification, you can apply for a voter authority certificate before 5pm on 21 October 2026.
If you'd prefer to vote by proxy, you can apply for a proxy vote before 5pm on 21 October 2026.
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The Aurora Centre has turned pink and the boundary wall of The Canch has been decorated with bra bunting for Breast Cancer Awareness month, to highlight the free cancer support provided by the centre across the local community.
You can find out more about the Turn It Pink campaign and how to get involved on the Aurora Wellbeing Centres website.
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STEAM of Halloween
19th - 30th October 2026.
Another series of exciting STEAM activities are taking place at the Fusion Energy Cafe this October half-term!
Sarah Cosgriff – Physics of Life – 21st October
Journey with Sarah to learn how physics allows us to see the microscopic world.
Booking required – email sarah.shemilt@bassetlaw.gov.uk
Sherlock Bone – CSI Events – 30th October
Step into the fascinating world of forensic science and investigate a mock crime scene!
Paid booking required £30.00 per person – Bassetlaw CSI Workshop.
Plus Much More!
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Worksop Family Spooktacular
Thursday, 29 October 2026.
From the Heart Charity Halloween Disco - 10 - 11:30am at Manton Sports Club
Family walk with BCVS - 11:30am to 12noon from Manton Spots Club to Bassetlaw Food Bank
Children's lunch and pumpkin hunt- 12noon to 1:30pm at Bassetlaw Food Bank
Spooky crafts and ABL smoothie bike / apple donuts at the Manton Family Hub 1:30pm to 3:00pm
Axe Throwing with Bassetlaw District Council at the manton Family Hub from 12:30pm to 3:30pm.
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Retford Halloween Fun Day
Friday 30th October 2026.
Make Halloween hex-tra special this year by coming to Retford's FREE Halloween Family Fun Day on Friday 30th October!
It's guaranteed to be a skele-TON of fun!
Retford Market Square,
10AM - 2PM.
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Horrible Half-Term Activities at Bassetlaw Museum
Starting on the 19th October, Bassetlaw Museum have plenty of activities from LEGO days to clay day activities, and even Warhammer!
There's also a free terrifying tricky trail to get involved with while you visit!
Visit the Museum's Facebook page for further details.
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Bassetlaw Mums, Let's Get Healthy!
FREE pre and post-natal sessions - discover the importance of being a Healthy Mum with our FREE programme of health, fitness, and wellbeing activities designed to help you get going.
Bump Boost
Tailored aqua-natal and pre-natal exercises designed to keep you moving comfortably through pregnancy.
Available at Your Space Retford, Bircotes and Worksop leisure centres.
Healthy Mums Circuit-Based Exercise Buggy Walk
An instructor-led outdoor exercise session that combines walking, strength work, postnatal fitness, pelvic floor awareness and wellbeing in a natural environment. Location: Idle Valley Nature Reserve.
How to get started
- Visit the Lets Get Going website
- Get your class pass in the app
- Book your session
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If you're on the journey to quit smoking this month, it'll not only benefit your health, but can also help you to save money!
You can save on average £49 a week if you quit smoking this Stoptober - track how much you save with the NHS Quit Smoking App.
 Get Winter Ready: Flu Vaccinations
Bookings for flu vaccinations through the NHS Flu Vaccine Information or NHS App opened on 1st October 2026.
If you are at a higher risk of getting seriously ill from the flu, you may be entitled to a free flu vaccine. See the NHS website for more information and book your appointment.
Alternatively, if you are not entitled to a free flu vaccine they can be paid for privately at most Pharmacies.
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