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 New accessible exercise equipment is coming to The Canch in Worksop

New accessible exercise equipment is coming to The Canch in Worksop

Bassetlaw District Council is bringing a more accessible, community friendly outdoor gym to The Canch in Worksop.

Article posted on Monday, May 19, 2025


Council appoints new Chairman for 2025-26

Council appoints new Chair for 2025-26

Cllr Tony Eaton has been sworn in as the new Chair of Bassetlaw District Council during the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 14th May.

Article posted on Wednesday, May 14, 2025


The Invisible Light shines brightly at Bassetlaw Museum

The Invisible Light shines brightly at Bassetlaw Museum

Images created with a hidden meaning using ultraviolet (UV) light, which is invisible to most people, have gone on show at Bassetlaw Museum.

Article posted on Thursday, May 15, 2025


 Celebration held to mark 80th Anniversary of VE Day

Celebration held to mark 80th Anniversary of VE Day

Bassetlaw District Council alongside the Worksop and Retford branches of the Royal British Legion have come together to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE day.

Article posted on Friday, May 9, 2025


Move More in May returns to Kings Park!

Move More in May returns to Kings Park!

Move More in May will end on a high with a celebration event in Retford recognising a month of movement from Bassetlaw residents.

Article posted on Wednesday, May 7, 2025


Bassetlaw Museum takes action to preserve its collection

Bassetlaw Museum takes action to preserve its collection

Bassetlaw Museum is taking positive action to help preserve its extensive and historically valuable collection for future generations.

Article posted on Friday, April 25, 2025


Fine for woman whose waste was dumped

Fine for woman whose waste was dumped

A Retford woman has been ordered to pay a total of £748 by Mansfield Magistrates Court for failing to ensure her rubbish was properly disposed of, less than a month after pleading guilty to a similar offence.

Article posted on Friday, April 25, 2025


Worksop Explosion: Statement from Cllr Julie Leigh, Leader of Bassetlaw District Council.

Worksop Explosion: Statement from Cllr Julie Leigh, Leader of Bassetlaw District Council.

“We have all been shocked and concerned by yesterday’s incident on John Street in Worksop, which has had a huge impact on this community.

Article posted on Sunday, April 13, 2025


Investment in Retford and Worksop Markets approved

Investment in Retford and Worksop Markets approved

Bassetlaw District Council is making improvements to Retford and Worksop’s outdoor markets to help safeguard their future and make them more financially sustainable.

Article posted on Monday, March 24, 2025


Funding tackles loneliness in rural village

Funding tackles loneliness in rural village

A group in Rampton that is working to tackle social isolation and loneliness has been supported with a Bassetlaw Councillor Community Grant.

Article posted on Monday, March 24, 2025