19 Years Ago Today
Doncaster Robin Hood Airport opened with it's first flight to Majorca.
19 Years Ago Today
A construction worker was injured in the build of the new Frenchgate Interchange when part of a roof collapsed on him.
183 Years Ago Today
Doncaster mayor Isaac Morley becomes Knight Bachelor.»
249 Years Ago Today
The first stone of the Theatre Royal was laid, being designed by William Lindley.
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Events: What's On in Doncaster on July 12th 2024
Friday 12th July 2024
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1893: William Lancaster Parkinson, the last Parkinson connected with Parkinson's butterscotch company, passed away.
1907: Comedian Stan Laurel performed in Mexborough at the Prince of Wales theatre, and stayed overnight at the Montagu Arms.
1912: King George V and Queen Mary visit Woodlands to open the Model Village at Brodsworth.
1944: Doncaster-based No. 616 RAF Squadron became first in Britain to use Gloster Meteor Mk.I's fighter planes.
2007: Rugby legend Ellery Hanley becomes coach of Doncaster Rugby League Club.
2007: Nike and Hephaestus sculpture at the Keepmoat Stadium is unveiled.
2007: The last tractor rolls off the production line at International Harvester Doncaster.
2011: Singer Kelly Osbourne spots her mums wedding ring on Crimewatch after finding a thief's loot in Thorne, Doncaster.
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19 Years Ago Today
Doncaster Robin Hood Airport opened with it's first flight to Majorca.
19 Years Ago Today
A construction worker was injured in the build of the new Frenchgate Interchange when part of a roof collapsed on him.
183 Years Ago Today
Doncaster mayor Isaac Morley becomes Knight Bachelor.»
249 Years Ago Today
The first stone of the Theatre Royal was laid, being designed by William Lindley.
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