Sunday 1st November 2026
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1829: Christ Church's first public service after opening.
1915: Boyd QC actor Michael Dennison was born in Doncaster.
1937: New Honeymooner's train The Glass Age Express launched in Doncaster.
1938: 616 (South Yorkshire) fighter Squadron of the Auxiliary Air Force was formed.
1938: Newly formed No. 616 (South Yorkshire) Squadron are based at Doncaster.
1996: Brassed Off, the film about Grimethorpe Colliery Band, was released.
2011: Doncaster Rovers striker Billy Sharp heroically scores 3 days after the tragic death of his 2 day old son.
2012: Doncaster's North Bridge is re-opened early after 10 years closed.
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48 Years Ago Today
Actress Kate Baines was born in Doncaster.
140 Years Ago Today
St Wilfred's Church in Cantley reopened after restoration by George Gilbert Scott.
177 Years Ago Today
Doncaster Town Council apply for land at Potteric Carr to be converted to the first communal cemetary.
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