Newark Castle

18/06/2026

Earlier this week, we were delighted to welcome Sarah and Stuart to Newark Castle as they explored the new Garden Room and riverside garden, where they’ll become the very first couple to marry in the new space next year!

With stunning views across the River Trent and a beautiful setting steeped in history, it was wonderful to see them imagining their big day and all the memories still to be made here.

We can’t wait to welcome them back next year and share in the start of this exciting new chapter. 💍✨

11/06/2026

05/06/2026

The part you might not see...

The back of the Gatehouse may be hidden from view for most visitors, but this time lapse reveals just how much has been happening behind the scenes!

It starts with the removal of the old wooden deck, creating the base for the new visitor centre, and then finally seeing the first stages of the new structure begin to take shape. This time if you look closely, you can see the stonemasons at work again, this time levelling the top of the Gatehouse ready for the roof to go on.

It’s a fascinating look at a part of the project that most people don’t get to see, and a reminder of how much work is going on to create an exciting new future for Newark Castle!

Read further into the work from Barry Richardson, an independent blogger working to provide valuable insights to the community: https://newarkcastleandgardens.co.uk/newark-castle-blog

02/06/2026

Into the archives...

This striking aerial image of Newark Castle is attributed to John Kenneth St Joseph, an archaeologist and RAF veteran of the Second World War who helped transform how we understand historic landscapes.

St Joseph was a pioneer in the use of aerial photography for archaeological research. This photograph was likely taken in the 1950s, when he was curator of aerial photography at Cambridge University, working with the RAF who captured images for his research without charge.

It’s a fascinating piece of history from a more modern perspective.

01/06/2026

🏰✨ The Steels Rise at Newark Castle! | New Blog Live

“The design philosophy is clear: honesty, clarity, respect. The new should look new, and the old should remain unmistakably old.”

If you’ve passed by recently, you might have noticed something changing on the skyline. The steel frame for the new Visitor Centre is starting to take shape, and for the first time, you can really see how this part of the Gatehouse Project will sit alongside the historic castle.
Our latest blog takes you onto the site to share what’s been happening; from a carefully protected historic well to the early stages of the garden room, and the thinking behind those newly visible steels.

There’s real care being taken to protect what’s already here, reveal more of the castle’s story, and create access to spaces that have been out of reach for generations.

It’s a fascinating moment in the project, and well worth a closer look.

👉 Read the full blog: https://newarkcastleandgardens.co.uk/newark-castle-blog/steels-rise-stewardship-made-visible

29/05/2026

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Seeing the front of the Gatehouse transformed in our time lapse really brings the project to life. From the very beginning digging out the new entrance to creating the new platform and garden room, there’s been so much progress!

One of the most exciting details is watching the stonemasons at work, carefully adding stonework onto the new structure. It’s a brilliant example of old and new coming together, helping to shape a welcoming new arrival experience while staying true to the character of the site.

Take a closer look at the timelapse on our website: https://newarkcastleandgardens.co.uk/gatehouse-project

27/05/2026

Go beyond the surface of Newark’s Civil War story ⚔️

Join the National Civil War Centre this Saturday (30 May, 1pm) for their Civil War Deep Dive — an extended walking tour uncovering siege sites, defences, and powerful stories beyond the town centre. From £6.

Find out more below!

15/05/2026

Well, well, well... what have we uncovered!

Last month we discovered a hidden well in our gatehouse, around five metres deep, alongside drainage channels and a post hole. Since then, we’ve been keen to get to the bottom of it (quite literally), and learn more about what’s down there.

This week, our archaelogists at Pre-Construct Archaeology Ltd returned with the help of the Lincoln Caving Club. Following site visits and planning, four of their members carefully descended into the well to retrieve samples.

Keep an eye out for more updates soon!

09/05/2026

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