Monday 30th November 2026
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1350: License is granted to the Carmelite Friars in Doncaster to build a church to St Mary.
1896: Talking pictures first shown in Doncaster at the Empire Palace.
1934: Doncaster locomotive The Flying Scotsman became the first steam locomotive to officially record 100mph.
1948: Ballet dancer and choreographer Marguerite Porter was born in Doncaster.
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23 Years Ago Today
Mexborough radio presenter Tony Capstick was sacked by Radio Sheffield.»
63 Years Ago Today
The Flying Scotsman pulled its last train for British Railways after being bought by Doncaster businessman Alan Peglar.
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