Businesses have been asked to share their ideas for the redevelopment and regeneration of their Nottinghamshire town. A total of £1.5m has been secured by Newark and Sherwood District Council for capital improvements in the town, and almost 100 town centre businesses have shared their ideas on what the money should be used for.
These ideas include improved security measures, increased seating, and improved signage. The funding comes as part of The Cultural Heart of Newark, which is one of eight priority projects identified in Newark Towns Fund Board’s successful bid to the government for £25m in funding to improve the historic town centre.
When asked what she would like to see done with the funding, Aliki Allen, co-owner of the Bean Block Cafe, explained that she would like to see more events organised. She said: "I think more events would be good to bring more people into the town as the events we have are great.
