504 Years Ago Today
William Rokeby, archbishop of Dublin, passed away in Kirk Sandall, Doncaster.
707 Years Ago Today
John de Warrene, guardian of Conisbrough Castle, is forced at Doncaster to sign over his lands and money.
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Events: What's On in Doncaster on February 8th 2026
Sunday 8th February 2026
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1861: Heavy flooding all down the River Don reported in Historical Notices of Doncaster in 1868.
1902: Station Road officially opened, and acted as Doncaster's tram terminus.
1940: Doncaster's record breaking cyclist Roy Cromack was born.
1956: Doncaster Actress and drama teacher Margo Gunn was born.
1975: Manager Stan Anderson's first game in charge of Doncaster Rovers, home to Torquay.
2002: Nobel prize winner Renowned chemist George Porter passed away aged 81.
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504 Years Ago Today
William Rokeby, archbishop of Dublin, passed away in Kirk Sandall, Doncaster.
707 Years Ago Today
John de Warrene, guardian of Conisbrough Castle, is forced at Doncaster to sign over his lands and money.
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