Monday 9th November 2026
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1411: Richard Plantagenet, claimant to the English throne, born in Conisbrough.
1811: Famous actress Sarah Siddons plays the first of several dates at Doncaster's Theatre Royal.
2002: Doncaster Rovers saviour John Ryan sold his cosmetic surgery business Transform for £20m.
2009: Demolition of Doncaster Odeon on Hallgate begins, before a new £10m casino development starts.
2011: Doncaster's Superbike Racer Jamie Toseland announces his retirement from racing.
2011: Doncaster Rovers sack manager Sean O'Driscoll and immediately hire Dean Saunders.
2011: Dean Saunders first game in charge of Doncaster Rovers, with a 1-0 win at home to Crystal Palace.
2013: Doncaster Rovers chairman John Ryan resigns from the board.
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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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