Tuesday 9th August 2022
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1833: Owston and Doncaster's political radical and chief druid Godfrey Higgins passed away. 1941: World War II Hero Pilot Douglas Bader was shot down by the Germans and taken prisoner. 1958: The Dearne Valley Railway between Wakefield Kirkgate and Edlington (via Ryhill, Grimethorpe, Great Houghton, Goldthorpe, Harlington and Denaby) closed. 2008: Rugby legend Ellery Hanley resigns as coach of Doncaster Rugby League Club. |
42 Years Ago Today Disgraced former Doncaster Rovers owner's horse Flockton Grey embroiled in betting scam.
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