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29 Jul July

10:00-16:00

Helios

Helios is a new touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in diameter, the artwork features 72dpi detailed imagery* of the Sun’s surface. At an approximate scale of 1:200 million, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 2000km of the Sun’s surface.

1 Aug August

6:00-6:00

The Endless Game — charity world-record bowls marathon

From 6am on Saturday 1 August 2026, two players step onto the green at Newark Town Bowls Club and start a game that doesn’t stop. Jamie Croft and Matt Noble are attempting a Guinness World Records title — the longest marathon playing outdoor bowls (singles) — aiming for 36 hours of continuous play and beating the current record of 32 hours 34 minutes. They’re doing it for Menfulness, a men’s mental health charity, because going the distance — quietly carrying on when things are hard — is something a lot of men do alone. Come down, bring a chair, stay five minutes or five hours. It’s free, it’s in Newark, and you’ll be part of it. Can’t make it? You can still donate and help them keep going

1 Aug August

10:00-16:00

Newark on Sea

Join us for Newark-on-Sea, where the town transforms into a vibrant urban beach packed with summer fun for all ages!

2 Aug August

11:00-16:00

Plant Hunters’ Fair

A wide selection of plants for sale from nurseries throughout the country including many rare species. This popular fair is situated in the beautiful gardens of The Archbishop’s Palace next to Southwell Minster.