Thursday 1st January 2026
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1772: Doncaster council places order for the first scarlet gown and chain for the mayor.
1849: Don Navigation take control of Stainforth and Keadby Canal
1856: Doncaster open it's first cemetary - Hyde Park Cemetary.
1901: Hodgson and Hepworth's shop on St. Sepulchre Gate is destroyed by fire.
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23 Years Ago Today
Mexborough radio presenter Tony Capstick was sacked by Radio Sheffield.»
63 Years Ago Today
The Flying Scotsman pulled its last train for British Railways after being bought by Doncaster businessman Alan Peglar.
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