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 April 1st 2026
Wednesday 1st April 2026
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1927: Doncaster was raised to the status of County Borough.
1957: Doncaster comedian Charlie Williams marries his 1st wife Audrey Crump.
1974: South Yorkshire was created as a result of the Local Government Act 1972.
1988: Hickleton Main Colliery closed down after 94+ years of production.
2004: Hatfield colliery ceases production.
2007: Doncaster Rovers win the Johnstone's Paint Trophy 2006-07 3-2 against Bristol Rovers
2012: The South Western cooling tower at Thorpe Marsh Power Station is spectacularly demolished.
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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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