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Simpler recycling

From 7 October 2025 we’re updating our bin collection schedule to support the rollout of the Simpler Recycling legislation happening nationwide. 

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Parents praise new homes on Adrian Sheldon View

The parents of an Ashfield solider have praised the high standard of new homes named in his honour.  

Posted on 28 October 2025
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Have your say – empty properties to be auctioned

Residents are invited to share their views on whether Sutton town centre and Stanton Hill high street should be the first areas to benefit from High Street Rental Auctions (HSRA). 

Posted on 27 October 2025
Cllr Chris Huskinson, Ashfield District Council’s Executive Lead for Leisure, Health and Wellbeing

Healthy Goals launches at Kirkby Leisure Centre

Teenagers and adults can now improve their fitness for free in Kirkby.

Posted on 24 October 2025
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Upcoming events
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Hucknall Christmas light switch on 2025

03 December 2025 - 03 December 2025

The annual Christmas light switch on event returns to Hucknall High Street on Wednesday 3 December 2025. 
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Kirkby Christmas light switch on 2025

27 November 2025 - 27 November 2025

The annual Christmas light switch on event returns to Kirkby Plaza on Thursday 27 November 2025.

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Sutton Christmas light switch on 2025

20 November 2025 - 20 November 2025

The annual Christmas light switch on event returns to Sutton on Portland Square for the first time for 2025.

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