Radio Newark

Robert Jenrick MP.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:29:00 +0000

Robert chats with Radio Newark's Michelle Allen at this month's Newark Business Club meeting. He is asked about his recent change of allegiance to Reform, what he thinks his constituents will benefit from it, and also why he chose not to call a by-election.

Newark & Sherwood Concert Band (Development Band)

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:31:58 +0000

Richard Williams, Chair of Newark & Sherwood Concert Band, is joined by his daughter Victoria and talks about the Newark & Sherwood Concert Development Band and their up-and-coming "Play Day" on Sunday, October 8th.

PHP 24 Hour Marathon

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 12:05:47 +0000

PHP Fitness and Vicky Cozens tells us how this weekend is set to be a very busy and exhausting one at PHP, all in aid of The Children's Bereavement Centre.

Wing Walking in aid of the Childrens Bereavement Centre

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 26 May 2021 18:55:00 +0000

Michelle Allen from Access Accountants and Lucy Brown are planning to Wing Walk in aid of The Childrens Bereavement Centre in Newark. Both have never attempted this before and are nervous and excited! Find out about how their preparations are going and how you can help them reach their fundraising target.

David Lloyd, talks grants.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Sun, 22 Nov 2020 01:10:55 +0000

David Lloyd, leader of NSDC joins us to talk about local business grants. Businesses have till 25th November to register and apply, so please listen to the chat as soon as you can.

Rev David Pickersgill on leaving St Mary's and St Leonards Church.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 10:55:05 +0000

The Rev David Pickersgill joins us to chat through his change of circumstances, after having three successful years in the town.

National Eye Health Week

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Sat, 26 Sep 2020 10:19:03 +0000

Phil talks to Stuart Wallace, Chair of Notts CC about his support for the charity "My Sight Notts." Stuart has been a supporter of this charity for a while and during "National Eye Health Week" is encouraging us to keep our eye health in check, and also support the charity.

Children's Berevement Centre - Daisy Remembrance.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 03 Aug 2020 12:41:28 +0000

Phil talked to Rachel from the centre about this latest campaign. Find out how the castle grounds are going to be transformed in October.

Newark Business Club - July 2020.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 00:07:05 +0000

James Fountain from Bazzoo joins Phil to chat about what this month's meeting will cover.

Future Newark

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 21:43:00 +0000

Children aged between 7 and 12 are being asked to imagine what future Newark might look like in a newly launched competition, with prizes including an Amazon Fire Tablet up for grabs. The brand new Future Newark Writing Competition, launched by Newark and Sherwood District Council, invites the minds of tomorrow to submit their incredible ideas for how the town could become even better! Find out more as we talk to Sarah Clarke from NSDC. More information can be found at https://www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/futurenewark/

Beaumond House - "Be Bright Blue" 2020.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 23:41:37 +0000

Phil chats to Cathy Lowe and Louise Sinclair from Beaumond House about how the clinical team are coping during the Coronavirus pandemic and also how different this year's "Be Bright Blue" campaign will be.

Newark Business Club Update - June 2020

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 23:36:00 +0000

Phil Speaks with Kerri McGarrigle, chair of Newark Business Club ahead of their first virtual Zoom meeting. Usually, the group meet at the Everyday Champions Centre on the first Friday of each month, but since the lockdown, no meeting has taken place. Find out what's in store here.

Reverend David Pickersgill

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 23:47:52 +0000

Reverend David Pickersgill from St Mary Magdalene joins Phil to talk phones, as the church launches a new service for those who wish to listen to his weekly sermon.

Edan Lincs

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 23:42:33 +0000

We catch up with Lisa from Edan Lincs to chat about how the organisation is coping with the lockdown.

Scarecrows.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 22 May 2020 14:15:57 +0000

Nottinghamshire's Young Farmers are urging us all to think about making a Scarecrow and raise money for our NHS in the process. Phil spoke to Jessica Rose, Charity Chair of Nottinghamshire's Young Farmers to find out more.

Matthew Ash talks about Jemma Rose.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 23:40:00 +0000

Each year Matt and a few friends give a child who has cancer a wish, then organise charity events to raise money. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, no events can be planned so; This year they wished to help a local girl, Jemma Rose, who quite simply wanted a laptop. Down to the generosity of KnowHow they were successful.

Matt Shephardson join us for a chat.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 17:39:35 +0000

Balderton's Matt Shephardson is spending some time in his garden putting on a concert in aid of Beaumond House. He tells us why he's doing it.

Newark and Sherwood CVS

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 21:35:10 +0000

Phil chats to Madeline O' Sullivan from Newark and Sherwood CVS about how volunteering has increased here in Newark during the Coronavirus outbreak.

Beaumond House - spring 2020 update.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 19:42:30 +0000

Phil catches up with Cathy Lowe from Beaumond House to discuss how Coronavirus is affecting fundraising.

Reverend David Pickersgill - Easter 2020 thoughts.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Sun, 12 Apr 2020 19:20:47 +0000

Reverend David Pickersgill joins us to talk about Easter 2020 and the changes made to the services at St Mary Magdalene and St Leonards Churches in Newark.

Just Be You - the Shaw Mind Foundation Community Single

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Six schools, one choir and over four hundred voices come together to relay one message in a community song. Just Be You is a song about being ourselves and the importance of this for good mental health. With a strong message, the song has been used by the schools to talk through issues including grieving, making friends, being patient and coping with change. By using the simple message of ‘it’s ok to be ourselves’, each school has also used Just Be You to address body image, emotions, playground bullying, being individual and much more. Each of the schools involved have relayed how much they have enjoyed taking part and the difference this project has made in everyday life at the school. Participating schools included Newark Academy, Forest View Academy, Barnby Road Academy, Barrowby Church of England primary, Mount Church of England Primary, St Peters Cross Keys Church of England Primary, and the Major Oak Pop Choir.

"Sleep Out" Newark and Sherwood.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 23:10:23 +0000

How does to feel to sleep rough? Staff and volunteers at NSDC prepare to spend the night sleeping rough in Castle House Car Park. Listen to our chat with Beverley McMillan and Leanne Monger. They are also raising money for IMPACT, Shaw Mind Foundation and Lifespring Centre Ollerton. You can donate here https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/sleepoutns

Baby Loss Awareness Week

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 22:33:00 +0000

Hazel Millns joins Phil to discuss the activities surrounding "Baby Loss Awareness Week."

An update from Newark Police

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Inspector Heather Sutton of Newark Police has several updates and information for you this week including the graffiti plaguing the town.

Children's Bereavement Centre

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Olivia Bradford joins Ady and discusses all the new exciting bits and pieces occurring at our charity of the year!

Newark Business Awards

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Join Sharon with an update on this years prestigious Newark Business Awards update

Louise Clark & daughter Indie speak about the exciting events on Newark Royal Market

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 22 May 2019 11:32:00 +0000

Louise tells us about the Artisan & Crafty market happening on Bank Holiday Sunday, the upcoming events such as the European Juggling Convention and late night shopping. To be kept up-to-date with events in Newark market place follow them on Facebook as Newark Royal Market and Newark Crafty Quarter and Artisan Markets, and on Twitter @heartofnewark

Bring Lorcan Home

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 16 May 2019 08:56:12 +0000

Patraic and Chloe were returning home from a year working in Australia when, during her 2 day stop over in Singapore she was diagnosed with complications to her pregnancy and deemed unfit to fly. Baby Lorcan was born premature at 24 weeks weighing just 2lbs and although improving daily, remains in hospital in intensive care. Family friend Lucie Scullion tells their story and the fundraising event to be held at the Cedric Ford Pavilion on May 26th to contribute to the hospital bill Can't make the event but would like to assist? You can donate here: https://give.asia/campaign/support-for-lorcan

Hope House School & Vacation Centre

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 08 May 2019 08:29:19 +0000

Hope House School & Vacation Centre is set in Newark's rural countryside delivering learning to young people with autism. School Principal Terri Westmorland chats with Ady about her methods, successes and hiccups and her plans for the future

Hope House School

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 07 May 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Terri Westmoreland talks of their success

Newark & Sherwood Concert Band

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Musical Director Colom O'Shea updates Ady on all things musical with Newark & Sherwood Concert Band

Nottinghamshire Police - Tackling Rural Crime

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Sgt Ollie Vale of Newark Police joins Ady to discuss how the Police are running inititives to tackle rural crime including hare coursing, equine and fly tipping.

Sarah Clark - National Civil War Centre

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Join Sarah as she gives Ady the latest on what is occurring at the National Civil War centre in Newark

Newark Advertiser Business Awards

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Sharon Marriott, Events Sponsorship Co-ordinator speaks with Ady about this years prestigious awards ceremony.

Newark Young Professionals

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 12 Feb 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Francesca and Craig pop by to update us on what's happening in the world of Newark Young Professionals.

Town Centre Beat Manager Rob Harrison

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 07 Feb 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Newly appointed Town Centre Beat Manager for Newark Rob Harrison joins Ady to discuss his new role and initiatives taking place to tackle anti social behaviour, shop theft and drug taking in Newark.

Newark Patriotic

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 04 Feb 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Newark Patriotic drop by and deliver us the latest news ;)

Children's Bereavement Centre

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Rachel Wison of CBC drops by, joins in a brew and discusses some excitement news!

Newark Business Club

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Chair of Newark Business Club Kerri Saxby joins Ady with all the latest information from the business world and NBC!

Andrew & Co Solictors

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 23 Jan 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Michael Pace joins Ady and provides valuable information if you have been involved in a collision.

Richard Watkinson -Colouring Competition

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 18:00:00 +0000

Be inspired as Kirsty Keeton describes the companies fab new competition!

Christmas Carols With Matt Shepardson

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 17 Dec 2018 18:00:00 +0000

Festive favourites continue live with Matt Shepardson as you drive home this week

Christmas Carols With Barnby Road Academy Choir

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 18:00:00 +0000

The children of BArnby Road Academy continue our festive favourites live in the studio

Festive Carols With Holy Trinity Primary School

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 12 Dec 2018 18:00:00 +0000

The Christmas countdown is on an Holy trinity join us with carols live in the studio.

Festive Favourites With Susie Chambers

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 11 Dec 2018 18:30:00 +0000

Susie Chambers ins back kicking off this Christmas singing live in the studio some festive classics

Newark Police - Monthly Update

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 18:00:00 +0000

Time for our monthly update on what's happening in and around Newark with our local cops

Howard Pell - Belton Memorial

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Sun, 02 Dec 2018 12:34:18 +0000

Howard Pell describes how the community of Belton have come together for a special reason.

Newly Appointed District Commander Of Newark & Sherwood Police

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 29 Nov 2018 18:00:00 +0000

Newly appointed Area Commander of the Newark and Sherwood Policing area of Nottinghamshire Police joins Ady and describes what is involved.

Salvation Army

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 21:19:18 +0000

It's that time of the year again, and The Salvation Army Newark require your help.Captain Matt Elsey tells us more.

The Southwell Scoop!

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:00:00 +0000

Michelle Spriddell of The Southwell Scoop joins Ady for a later about all things Southwell, or should we say Suth-ell?

Baby Loss Awareness Week

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 17:00:00 +0000

Baby loss awareness week commenced on Tuesday 9th October 2018 and Ady invited Hazel Milns to the studio to discuss the upsetting topic

90's Sensation Gabrielle Talks With Ady

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 17:00:00 +0000

90's chart sensation Gabrielle joins Ady on Drive - his dream has come true! Listen again here

Cleaner, Safer & Greener - Day of Action

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 16 Aug 2018 17:00:00 +0000

Ady is joined by the Leader of Newark & Sherwood District Council, Councillor David Lloyd, to talk about the upcoming Day of Action around Yorke Drive and Winthorpe Road

Closure Of Newark Mind

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 17:10:00 +0000

Ady chats to Sarah from the Newark branch of MIND, the mental health help service. The Newark branch is due to close on the 29th June, the big question is, can you help save it?

Legendary Producer & Songwriter George Kerr

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 20:00:00 +0000

George Kerr is a legendary R&B/Soul Producer, Songwriter, Arranger, and Singer. His career spans over six decades beginning in the late 50's, singing in The Serenaders. He later replaced Little Anthony in The Imperials and went on to have hit songs as a singer. His production and songwriting credits are numerous. Containing some of the most classic recordings of the 60's and 70's golden age of soul, with groups like The Escorts, The Moments, The Whatnauts, Linda Jones, The O'Jays, Florence Ballard, and many many many more...

Christmas Poetry With Barnby Road Academy

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The guys and girls of Barnby Road Academy Radio Club read their Christmas Poems out on live on Radio Newark FM on Friday 15th December. Listen to them again here.

Sam White Legacy - Matt Shepardson

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 17 Jul 2017 23:00:00 +0000

Matt Shepardson drops by and chats with Craig about his upcoming gig at Ann Et Vin Newark raising funds for the amazing Sam White Legacy

Tracy's On The Pull!

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 21:39:03 +0000

Tracey Greensmith is on the pull...literally, for charity! This is no small pulling contest, th, she is pulling a HGV!!! Listen for more details!

Armed Forces Day - Councillor Keith Girling

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Sat, 24 Jun 2017 15:27:44 +0000

Keith Girliing tells Phil about the activities happening in Newark Market place on Sunday 25th June 2017 for Armed Forces Day

Local Radio Day 2017

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 31 May 2017 17:47:46 +0000

Radio Newark celebrated Local Radio Day 2017 by broadcasting live from Magnus Church of England Academy. Take a listen here.

Newark remembers those lost in the Manchester Arena Bomb blast.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 30 May 2017 09:43:51 +0000

On Saturday 27th May 2017, residents from all faiths and backgrounds came together for a brief service of remebrance in Newark Market Place. The gathering was lead by Deputy Mayor, Mr Tony Roberts.

Local Radio Day 2017

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Sun, 28 May 2017 19:42:00 +0000

Radio Newark celebrated Local Radio Day 2017 by broadcasting live from Magnus Church of England Academy. Take a listen here.

Newark Young Professionals

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 17 May 2017 23:05:09 +0000

As the next "Young Professionals" event is looming, Rachel and Fran join Phil to talk about why the group was originally set up and what it has planned for the next few months.

Newark Academy receive Nottinghamshire's first Anti-Bullying award.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 09 May 2017 23:00:00 +0000

Head Boy Ali, and Head Girl Millie tell us how they feel to be awarded the first of Nottinghamshire's awards for Anti-Bullying. They also introduce us to their successors!

Nottinghamshire County Show

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 03 May 2017 11:57:00 +0000

CEO of Newark Showground Adrian Johnston describes all the fun for the family at this years Nottinghamshire County Show

William Gladstone - The Gladstone Gazette.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 18:21:08 +0000

William Gladstone are working closely with the Newark Advertiser on their own newspaper. Children from the school and Advertiser Chairman, Joanna Parlby popped in to tell Phil all about it.

Rose Maxwell - National Civil War Centre

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 24 Apr 2017 19:13:21 +0000

Over 350 re-enactors will descend on the historic Nottinghamshire town during the Bank Holiday weekend for the spectacular 3rd Pikes and Plunder annual civil war festival. Rose has all the details

Jasper Carrott

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Sat, 22 Apr 2017 11:54:16 +0000

Jasper Carrott talks to Matt & Vicky on Saturday breakfast about his upcoming tour and visit to Newark this week at Newark Palace Theatre

LOL Yoga!

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 06 Apr 2017 12:20:00 +0000

A giggle a minute.... you will love it!

Children's Bereavement Centre

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 30 Mar 2017 07:55:29 +0000

Caz from the Childrens Bereavement Centre joins Phil for a chat!

Richard Stark - Barnby Road Methodist Church Concert

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 30 Mar 2017 07:41:50 +0000

Richard Stark talks about the upcoming concert at Barnby road Methodist Church

Joe Knight - Autism Awareness Week

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Thu, 30 Mar 2017 07:40:32 +0000

Joe Knight joins Phil to discuss autism awareness week

Scott Driver

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 14:12:08 +0000

Scott Driver and friends creating a film called Restroom

Howard Jones

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 14:09:24 +0000

80's singer Howard Jones joins Phil for a chat ahead of his performance at Newark Palace Theatre

Barnby Road Year 6 pupils celebrate.

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 22:36:44 +0000

Barnby Road Year 6 pupils celebrate becoming national finalists - "Tycoon in Schools."

Severn Trent Water - Road Works Update

craig@radionewark.co.uk (Craig Wilkinson) — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 21:54:24 +0000

Tim Sawyer chats with Phil about the long on going overhaul of Newark's sewer network