Tenders are invited to sell coffee, soft drinks, ice-creams, sweets and light refreshments from the kiosk in the Memorial Gardens, Newmarket. The kiosk has an outdoor seating area and can accommodate a small number inside. Other merchandise may be considered as part of a structured business plan.
The concession to operate as a minimum from 1 April to 31st October
The Town Council does reserve the right to accept or reject any tender.
Tender forms and conditions of operation are obtainable from: Newmarket Town Council, The King Edward VII Memorial Hall, Newmarket, CB8 8JP
Email: tcm@newmarket.gov.uk
Offers in a sealed envelope marked “Ice Cream Kiosk Tender” to be received in the council offices by noon on 24th February 2019
12/08/2020
Notice of Vacancy in office of Councillor
A vacancy has arisen in the office of Councillor for the Town Council (Studland Ward)
28/07/2020
Memorial Gardens Reopening
Reopening on the 4th August with a few small safety changes
20/07/2020
Where Can I Charge My Electric Vehicle?
Residents and visitors to Newmarket can now recharge their EVs in as little as half an hour, supporting both the environment and our health.
19/06/2020
Update Calendar of Meetings
Until further notice all council meetings will take place via video conferencing
Play parks will remain off-limits until further notice
13/06/2020
Car Parking Charges in Newmarket
Car parking charges will be re-instated from Monday 15th June 2020
The campaign is designed to celebrate everyday acts of kindness by giving everyone in Suffolk the opportunity to recognise and thank others.
02/06/2020
24 hour Suffolk helpline for domestic abuse
Are you experiencing domestic abuse? You are not alone
01/06/2020
West Suffolk Building Energy Efficiency Survey
Your feedback is the single most important driver of change in Newmarket.
20/05/2020
#StickWithItSuffolk
Stick With It Suffolk has been rolled out by Suffolk Resilience Forum, which include Suffolk’s NHS, Emergency and Public Services. We are working together around the clock to keep Suffolk as safe as possible.
18/05/2020
Notice of Postponed Election
Postponed election for the Scaltback ward up to 6 May 2021.
12/05/2020
Thinking Of Fostering?
Becoming a foster carer will be one of the most rewarding things you ever do.
06/05/2020
Notice of Postponed Election
Postponed election for the All Saints ward up to 6 May 2021
04/05/2020
Suffolk Highways – Upcoming Overnight Work
Suffolk Highways is planning to carry out overnight road resurfacing works on the A142 Fordham Road, Exning across the A14 flyover bridge in the period between the 18 and 23 May 2020, during the hours of 8pm and 5am.
27/04/2020
Tribute to councillor Ian Kirk
Newmarket Town Council is extremely shocked and deeply saddened by the sudden death over the weekend of Councillor Ian Kirk
21/04/2020
Revised Council meeting dates during pandemic.
Until further notice all council meetings will take place via video conferencing.
07/04/2020
Advice for parents/carers of children and young people
Online sources of help for young people and parents/carers
Working together to support communities and businesses.
03/04/2020
Newmarket Covid-19 Fund
Local organisations launch the Newmarket Covid-19 fund.
The government has told us all to Stay at Home Save Lives to do out bit in helping fight the infection. But what can we do while we’re home alone? We have come up with a few suggestions.
30/03/2020
Newmarket Covid-19 Update
Newmarket business and community leaders team up to support those impacted by Coronavirus.
29/03/2020
Supermarket update during COVID-19
As the UK’s coronavirus lockdown rolls on, the major UK supermarkets continue to change their store opening hours, priority time slots for NHS staff and shopping rules.
Parking charges in all West Suffolk Council car parks and on street are being temporarily suspended.
22/03/2020
Pause, reflect and stay home!
Guidance on social distancing for everyone in Suffolk. Protecting older people, the vulnerable and our NHS.
29/02/2020
Meet Newmarket’s Town Crier
Brenda Willison has been a Town Crier now for over 33 years.
19/02/2020
Newmarket Skatepark
For more information, and to offer support for phase two, contact Will Wright Families and Communities Officer 07775801193 will.wright@westsuffolk.gov.uk
09/02/2020
Life Link in Newmarket
LifeLink is West Suffolk’s social prescribing service.
08/01/2020
Newmarket Neighbourhood Referendum
Newmarket goes to the polls in neighbourhood plan referendum! Thursday 30th January 2020
We are looking for a proactive person to become our new Town Clerk to lead a forward-thinking Council serving an historic Town!
17/12/2019
Christmas Tea Dance
A beautiful hamper, filled with festive food and drink, was kindly donated by the Mayor of Newmarket and all proceeds of this raffle were donated to Diabetes UK. Newmarket’s popular Tea Dance to continue next year.
03/12/2019
Suffolk Constabulary Press Release
Two men arrested in connection with rape investigation
18/11/2019
A14 Works
Highways England is undertaking necessary improvement works on the A14 between junction 43 to junction 37.
HIghways England is undertaking necessary improvement works on the A14 between junction 37 to juntion 35
30/10/2019
Application for Co-Option
Are you interested in becoming a Councillor for your local area?
29/10/2019
Remembrance Sunday 2019
Every year, the Legion calls on the nation to unite in commemorating Remembrance Sunday
10/10/2019
Local Resident Pass
From Monday 2nd September to Tuesday 31st December 2019 enjoy reduced annual pass rates for all residents who live in the CB8 postcode (ID required).
09/10/2019
Changes to blue and black bin collection days and times
Blue and black bin days and times in West Suffolk will shortly be changing and a yellow tag on black bins will alert residents to look out for a letter containing full details of what this means for them. Roll-out of the new days and times will begin on Monday 11 November.
25/09/2019
Welcome to World’s Biggest Coffee Morning
Gather your fellow tea drinkers and cake munchers! Every penny raised helps Macmillan to be right there for people living with cancer.
Do you want to make a positive difference to your community?
We can help!
23/09/2019
The Newmarket Gold Season
Newmarket Racecourses is proud to announce the launch of The Newmarket Gold Season, an exciting initiative aimed at boosting the profile of the town’s racing, breeding and sales activities during the busy autumn season.
16/09/2019
Notice of Vacancy in Office of Councillor
A vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Town Council
06/09/2019
Caring & Coping Workshop & Reunion
Do you care for a family member, friend or neighbour? If so, join us at our next Caring & Coping workshop & Reunion at the Memorial Hall.
Find out more about the many major projects going on in Newmarket on Tuesday 24th September 2019 at the Memorial Hall.
04/09/2019
Online Survey
West Suffolk taskforce needs your views on rural issues and opportunities
12/08/2019
Notice of Vacancy in Office of Councillor
A vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Town Council
Tickets for the Newmarket Soapbox Derby available to buy from the Town Council Office.
09/08/2019
Appeal for return of valuable defibrillator
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of the defibrillator should contact the police on 101
29/07/2019
Lexington Sister Cities Exchange
The wonderful support of our community has made the Lexington Sister Cities Exchange possible and such a success.
23/07/2019
West Suffolk Council Community Chest opens for applications
We actively support and encourage our communities with a number of grant opportunities
18/07/2019
Job Advert – Newmarket Town Council Manager
We are looking for a proactive person to become our new Town Council Manager, could it be you?
02/07/2019
Social Media Workshop
We would like to invite you to a free workshop about Social Media on the 3rd July from 09:30-11:30 at the Memorial Hall.
26/06/2019
Newmarket Neighbourhood Plan Submission Consultation
Have your say on the Newmarket Neighbourhood Plan from Monday 17th June until Monday 29th July 2019
01/06/2019
2019 Blood Donations
The next blood donation for 2019: Wednesday 18th September 2019
09/05/2019
Newmarket Annual Town Meeting
Newmarket Town Council invites local residents to the Annual Town Council meeting on the 21st May 2019 at 6pm.
20/03/2019
Memorial Gardens Competition
An exciting prize awaits the winner of a competition which has been launched by Newmarket Town Council.
12/03/2019
Defibrillator Training
On the 10th April 2019, we are happy to invite you to a free Defibrillator Training in association with the Jockey Club!
25/02/2019
Coffee and Conversation
A wonderful new event on the First Tuesday of the Month at the Sports Pavilion to meet new friends and start your morning the right way.
28/01/2019
Tender for the kiosk in the Memorial Gardens
We are looking for a new tender for the kiosk in the Memorial Gardens!
18/01/2019
Newmarket High Street Consultation
The High Street in Newmarket is an important element of the town.
31/10/2018
Remembrance Sunday 2018
On Sunday 11th November we commemorate the brave soldiers that fought for the country throughout the many wars that have taken place and later conflicts.
25/09/2018
Volunteer Job Advert
This is an advert for a Volunteer to become Newmarket’s Tree Champion, with the help of Town Council and other Organisations.
Find out the first update of the A11 Five-ways Roundabout works that have been happening. Remember it will be closed between 8pm to 6am.
We would like to promote the New Town Calendar, to promote your events!
03/09/2018
Charity Cricket
This event will be held on Sunday 30th September 2018, starting at 1pm to finish at 5pm on The Severalls.
Newmarket Town Council and Co-Operative Funeral Care are putting together an afternoon version of the coffee mornings on 27th September!
01/09/2018
Market Move
The Newmarket Market made a spectacular return to the High Street! The fresh scents made their way back to the High Street with amazing support.
30/08/2018
OneLife Suffolk
We would love to Thank everyone who joined the OneLife Suffolk Health Checks that were taking place on the 30th August!
17/08/2018
Marble Run Workshop
From the 17th to the 19th August we learnt how to design your own Marble Experience Exposure Machine at the Memorial Gardens!
