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Free parking is available to Christmas shoppers in Worksop and Retford from later this month.

Free afternoon parking from this month for Christmas shoppers in Bassetlaw

Gordon Hendricks is Elvis in The Kings's Voice in Retford. Photo: Submited

Elvis is in the building with The King's Voice in Retford

Works on A57 at Worksop

Latest round of road improvements announced for Bassetlaw

The spectacular show of lights last year raised over £2,000 for the Lincs and Notts air ambulance.

Santa, snow, lights and music - Retford's 'Christmas House' prepares to shine

Two men have died while in custody at HMP Ranby

Investigation launched at Ranby Prison as two men die in custody

Charlotte Lister of Retford competes in the Ms Great Britain 2026 pageant.

Retford woman in top 10 Ms Great Britain line-up recognised for charity work

Stan Davis, Chairman of the Retford and District Branch of the Royal British Legion, is pictured at the Field of Remembrance at St Swithun’s Church, Retford.

Remembrance Day parades in Bassetlaw for those who lost their lives in conflict

The actor Philip Jackson has taken up a new role following a visit to his home town of Retford.

Actor takes up new role in his home town of Retford

The centre of Retford, named as one of Nottinghamshire's top eight places to live.

Bassetlaw town named as one of eight 'best places to live' in Nottinghamshire

Vape HQ on North Road, Retford

Vape shops react to losing business rates relief after Budget

left to right Ian Ashpitel, Liam Hickman (from The Majestic) Gary Morecombe (centre), Dave Cave (from The Majestic) and Jonty Stephens.

Eric Morecambe’s son makes appearance at Retford’s Majestic Theatre
Gary Morecambe joins fans in Retford to celebrate his father’s legacy
Kathryn Greenwood

The Spa and Brasserie at Ye Olde Bell Hotel, Barnby Moor, Retford, are celebrating receiving several awards.

Retford spa and brasserie crowned winners at 2026 World Luxury Awards

A view of the cottage from its extensive garden.

Immaculate extended cottage in Retford Conservation Area hits the market

High winds saw Clumber Park closed for the safety of the public on Sunday, October 26.

Worksop half marathon postponed as high winds cause havoc

A planning meeting of the Retford Repair Shop, that will open for the first time on October 31.

Couple keen to boost recycling start community repair shop in Retford

836,808 solar panels are to be installed across more than 1,200 acres of land in Sturton-le-Steeple

Solar panels will cover half of small Bassetlaw village

Eve Tetley's struggle to cope with sudden bereavement led her to write her first book for children.

Bereaved Retford woman channels grief to write the children's book she needed

Volunteers at the Majestic Theatre, Retford.

Retford theatre needs your memories as centenary countdown begins

Support Worker Ridwan Ayangbayi has been named a finalist in the Dignity in Care Award category.

Bassetlaw support worker is shortlisted for award

Ruth from limited 2 art meets Big Bird and the Retford Big Market event.

Big Market kicks off half-term in style - see more upcoming events in Retford

Claire Draper, who 9/11 experience is helping shape a new production.

Memories of woman caught up in events of 9/11 to help shape Retford production

Doncaster Rovers players Tom Nixon, Bayley McCann, Darren Robinson and Jordan Thomas support the All in Pink campaign championed by Ms Nottinghamshire GB 2026 Charlotte Lister.

Ms Nottinghamshire highlights breast cancer campaign with pro footballers

Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed pending investigations into an incident on October 10, 2026, when a man lost his life.

Retford woman saw man by tiger enclosure, minutes before fatal attack

An overnight blaze at a building in Cottam, near Retford, is being investigated by police.

Overnight blaze in village near Retford may have been started deliberately

Treswell Woods is among ancient sites to benefit from restoration work by the Wildlife Trust.

Three ancient woodlands in Bassetlaw to receive vital restoration work

Celebrate National Coffee Day with our guide to some of the most top rated establishments serving the best roasts around

Where to get your caffeine fix in Bassetlaw on National Coffee Day

A triumphant Ryan Terry in Las Vegas, Nevada

Retford's Ryan lifts Mr Olympia Men's Physique trophy for fourth time

Happy faces at the Macmillan coffee morning in Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School, Retford, on September 25.

Pupils entertain at Bassetlaw school's annual Macmillan fundraiser
An annual tradition of cake baking and eating for a great cause was celebrated by staff, parents and pupils at a Retford school.
Sally Burton

A fundraiser has been set up for Callum Williams, who died recently.

Devoted dad, 25, killed in Retford workplace incident as GoFundMe launched

Photographs will once again be placed on the graves of war veterans in Retford and Worksop cemeteries.

Pupils to honour fallen servicemen by placing photographs on graves

A front view of the impressive Worksop home in a conservation area.

Handsome restored Victorian home for sale in Worksop conservation area

Here's a taste of some of the top-rated Chinese restaurants in our area

Battle of the Woks: We’ve mapped out the region’s best Chinese takeaways accordi...

Rashmi Sirdeshpande (left) and Helen Tamblyn-Saville in Wonderland Bookshop.

Retford bookshop awarded £1,000 by publishers hopes to launch book festival

Charlotte Lister urges Bassetlaw people to apply to carry the Baton of Hope in 2027.

Baton of Hope bearers sought for 2027 - Bassetlaw people encouraged to apply

Julie Leigh, leader of Bassetlaw Council. Photo: Submitted

Julie Leigh column: Government LGR pause was the right move to make

Mollie Webb with father David Webb, of Retford.

Daughter's appeal for tractor cortege for father's funeral in Bassetlaw

Faith Hinitt of Retford was able to celebrate her 28th birthday at home last week, following a successful second stem cell transplant that was funded by the community.

Retford's Faith Hinitt joins campaign for change re stem cell transplants

The swan family now includes just two cygnets on the canal, while Warsop Wildlife Trust cares for six that have suffered injuries.

Swans' horrific injuries on canal lead to new Worksop Swan Watch group

Funk and disco band Le Freak were this year’s headline act, closing the event with a celebration of Chic and Nile Rodgers’ biggest hits. - 1

Great vibe as people pour in to Retford marketplace for free Party in the Square

Cycling for charity are Pat (left), Edward (centre) and Sam (right).

Family's cycling challenge and race night for children's bereavement centre

Pupils at The Elizabethan School, Retford, open their results.

Record GCSE success for students at The Elizabethan Academy

Coun Julie Leigh, Bassetlaw Council leader. Photo: Submitted

Julie Leigh column: Bassetlaw residents ‘smashing’ new recycling initiative

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Formerly fit Worksop man died following exposure to asbestos in the 1960s

Franco Marrison with son Damon, after a previous fundraiser for Bassetlaw Hospice.

Support Bassetlaw stroke survivor in bid to help others with condition

Amy McCallum, Next Generation and Community Lead at The Well, is pictured with Steve Walker, Alison Pinkerton, Youth Leader at The Well, Cllr Susan Shaw, Cllr Malachi Carroll, Mayor of Retford and Pastor Pete Everitt

Cash boost for healthy snacking at Bassetlaw young people's hub
Young people in Retford can opt for healthier choices thanks to community funding from councillors
Sally Burton

A happy outcome for these two students.

Elizabethan Academy's post-16 results show 'significant increase' on last year

Dave Kent carried what he thought was possibly a live grenade away from people on Spa Common.

Fearless Retford pensioner carried possible grenade away from boy and gran

Fly-tipping is a major issue across Basstlaw.

Petition raised for action on 'unfit for purpose' waste tips in Bassetlaw

Bikers congregate at Galway Crescent, Retford, for the funeral procession.

Bassetlaw bikers turn out in force for funeral procession

Retford's traditional Market Square

Bassetlaw Council stands firm as market traders push for 'pay on day' stalls

An image of the plans for the memorial garden at St Giles School.

Appeal to community for help in building Retford school's 'special place'

Police were called to investigate a suspicious object by the canal in Retford.

Roads closed as police investigate 'suspicious item' by canal

Kenny Hunt of The Vine Inn, Retford, with partner Sarah Bolsher.

Historic pub takeover as landlord of four decades set to retire

Coun Julie Leigh, Leader of Bassetlaw District Council

Column: Cllr Julie Leigh, Leader of Bassetlaw District Council

The semi-detached property in Swans Quay, Retford, suffered extensive fire damage.

Retford house blaze believed to have started in kitchen, investigation finds

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