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Friday 4th September 2026 On This Day in Doncaster History more» 1709: Sir Godfrey Copley dies, the organ he donated to St Mary's Church remains at time he died. 1849: The railway line between Retford and Doncaster was first opened at 6pm. 1909: Mexborough's Heavyweight boxer Iron William Hague sensationally knocks out Jim Moir in the 1st round to become England's Heavyweight Champion. 1967: Barnby Dun Station was closed to the general public. 2009: Two brothers in care viciously attack local boys in Edlington in high profile case.

WHATS ON ANNIVERSARIES 46 Years Ago Today St Oswald's Church in Kirk Sandall invested into the Churches Conservation Trust. 57 Years Ago Today Doncaster cyclist Roy Cromack breaks the 500mile cycling road race record.» 82 Years Ago Today Mexborough comedian and actor Tony Capstick was born. »