New proposals for Retford Market
Market Traders, visitors, residents, businesses and local stakeholders are invited to be part of a period of engagement that will explore improvements for Retford Market.
Free Science Activities This Half Term
Excitement is building as The Nottinghamshire Festival of Science and Curiosity kicks off today, bringing a week of fun filled, free activities for families across Bassetlaw.
Council Tax support for residents in financial need
Bassetlaw District Council has been setting out how it plans to support those in financial need when it comes to paying their Council Tax.
Grant Leads Preparations for Retford Charter Day
Preparations for Charter Day, one of Retford’s most popular annual events, are progressing thanks to a Community Grant from a group of Bassetlaw District Councillors.
Council Budget agreed for 2026/27
Bassetlaw District Council has approved a balanced budget for the financial year ahead, including an increase in Council Tax of 2.99%.
Grant Boosts Funding for 2026 Retford Half Marathon
The Retford Half Marathon returns this March, once again taking its place on the local sporting calendar as runners compete for the top step of the podium.
Leader's Column 6/3/26
We recently set a balanced budget for the year ahead, outlining our commitment to Bassetlaw’s future and to the essential services you rely on every single day. From bin collections and recycling to parks, open spaces, planning and licensing, we are protecting what matters most to our communities.
Exciting new phase for Priory Centre
The redevelopment of the Priory Centre in Worksop has reached a significant new phase with the large-scale demolition now in progress.
Bassetlaw Joins Global Celebrations for Commonwealth Day 2026
Bassetlaw District Council joined communities across 56 Commonwealth nations to mark Commonwealth Day as part of the annual international celebration.
Free ‘Learn to Ride’ sessions are back in Bassetlaw
Bassetlaw’s budding young cyclists can gear up for a fun and active spring as free ‘Learn to Ride’ sessions roll into Harworth, Worksop and Langold next month.
Appointment of ILIOS accelerates delivery of STEP Fusion at West Burton
UK Industrial Fusion Solutions, soon to be known as UK Fusion Energy will appoint ILIOS as the Construction Partner for the STEP Fusion programme.
Final chance to have a say on Government statutory consultation on Local Government Reorganisation
Nottinghamshire residents, businesses and organisations have one week left to take part in the Government consultation on Local Government Reorganisation.
Leader's Column 20/03/26
Across our district, we are not just witnessing change - we are shaping a future that could transform our local economy for generations.
Bassetlaw celebrates its Achievers
The Bassetlaw Achievers Awards returned this year, celebrating the outstanding efforts of 28 individuals and three community groups whose contributions have improved the lives of people across the district.
£20million regeneration plan for Worksop approved
A £20million plan to regenerate Worksop Town Centre and some surrounding areas has been given the go ahead by the Government.
New law targets animal welfare
Residents who own a primate such as a Marmoset or Lemur in Bassetlaw are being reminded of new laws which are coming into force.
SJR Worksop U13s Score Big with New Grant
A Worksop football club has received a valuable boost to support its young players, thanks to a £950 Councillor Community Grant.