Newark Creates is a cultural programme that originally formed part of Newark’s High Streets Heritage Action Zone between 2021-March 2024. During this time Newark Creates hosted 353 events/workshops, reaching over 774,000 people, with 2878 participants and 160 volunteers.

The High Streets Heritage Action Zones scheme, aimed to help with the recovery of local high streets, from regenerating historic buildings to helping to engage local communities through art and cultural projects.

Newark Creates is led by Newark’s Cultural Consortium, which includes Inspire Culture, Learning & Libraries, Newark and Sherwood District Council: Heritage & Culture,  Newark Civic Trust, Newark Heritage Forum, Newark Book Festival, Newark Town Council and Newark College.

Are you a local artist or creative practitioner and are interested in learning more or getting involved? Please contact Newark Creates Cultural Programme Co-ordinator: sara.bullimore@inspireculture.org.uk.

Click here for more information on Newark High Street Heritage Action Zone.