Upcoming events
Save the Bees - Family Action
An inclusive family friendly rally on Saturday 20th May (World Bee Day) to demand an end to the use of neonicotinoids on sugar beet crops. There will be placards, music, fancy dress, samba and flyers to help talk to the public.
Insect declines and pesticides
Join us for a thought-provoking event featuring Professor Dave Goulson - an esteemed expert in the field of bee ecology.
Stop the attack on Nature Rally
🪧 On Sunday the 29th of January, we’re uniting with community groups to rally (walk) past some of our precious green spaces at threat and end up at the YMCA Newark and Sherwood - home to the office of our local MP, Robert Jenrick- where we'll be urging him to call for the Bill to be withdrawn. Please join us!
Newark & Sherwood Local Group Talk: Creating a Wilder Nottinghamshire
We’ll be summarising the important role of Protect Newark's Green spaces, our impact to date and how to get involved at Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust’s next event.
Our Environmental Future: In Your Hands
Barrister, Adrian Amer and Campaigner, Emma Oldham are joining forces for an in-person lecture and Q&A exploring key topics related to urgent action against climate change.
The aim? Bring your eco-anxiety and frustration with you and learn how to channel it into your local and national leaders. Education is power. Community is a force. We're uniting the two to show you how change is possible, and how much power you really hold.
Ban boats on Balderton Lake - Petition Hand in
Protect Newark’s Green spaces will be supporting SWAN (Saving Wildlife and Watersports) in handing in their petition to Balderton Parish Council which calls on Balderton Lake to not weaken bylaws and keep Balderton Lake boat-free. Please join us!
Blow a Bubble for Balderton Lake (hosted by SWAN)
Protect Newark’s Green spaces will be supporting this free community event to connect people to Balderton Lake and help them take action to preserve it from boats.
Roots in Community - Grassroots: Environmental Action
Find out how communities can inspire local action in an exciting panel debate organised by Green Hustle.
The Whale Who Disappeared - book reading & crafts
Join us inside Newark Library to be the first to hear the story of the Whale Who Disappeared.
Written by Emma Oldham, this story teaches any young person to become a wildlife superhero. We'll also be putting your own super skills to the test by diving into marine crafts 🐋
Nature art workshop
Join our David from Newark Art Gallery & Studio over at Tree to be guided into creating a masterpiece!
Fairy Perfume & Mud Monsters
We'll be hosting two hours of fun and magic! Look out for faries, magic ingredients and mud monsters 🧚. An event not to be missed if you love exploring the outdoors and spending time with nature 🍃
Please note, that adults must stay to supervise their children throughout this event.
Newark Book Fair
Come and say hello at our Glastonbury-themed stall at Newark Market Place between 10:00 - 15:30.
Balderton Annual Parish Meeting
After months of community campaigning, Balderton Parish Council has finally added the future use of Balderton Lake onto the agenda.
Please show your support in protecting this safe wildlife haven from watersports by attending the meeting.