Doncaster, in South Yorkshire, is a large town and centre of population. It has plenty of shops, eateries, hotels and accommodation. It has a decent transport network and road links. There are various sights in the town, including the Minster. It also has an airport known as Doncaster Sheffield Airport.
In the early years of flight aviation, pioneers used the land to the south of the Doncaster racecourse. During 1914-1918 it was a base for pilot training but this airfield...
In the middle of Doncaster Markets stands the 1870s Corn Exchange now restored and refurbished after a serious fire in 1994. The surrounding indoor and outdoor stalls maintain a market...
A fine 18th Century country house housing the Museum of South Yorkshire Life and standing in extensive parklands. The panoramic views across the region provide a popular attraction. There is...
Unlike its London namesake this Doncaster leisure complex attracts over 1 million visitors per year to use its multi-pool water world, split-level ice rink, climbing wall, fitness centre and entertainment....
The Central Library in Doncaster is set at the very heart of this busy South Yorkshire town. It contains a massive collection of books and audiovisual material that is...
The Design Centre in Doncaster celebrates a long and interesting history associated with design in this area that may well have been born from the large scale textiles industry that...
Standing in splendid isolation between Doncaster town centre and the River Don is the impressive parish church of St George. Designed by the famous Victorian architect Sir George Gilbert Scott...
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery is located at the centre of the community and is one of the focal points for cultural life n this South Yorkshire town. The...
Starting in 1776, Doncaster’s St Leger is the oldest classic in the horse racing calendar. There are around 30 days of race meetings each year, including the September St Leger...
Earth Centre is described as an Active Park for Leisure and Learning. But the emphasis is on fun! Outdoor activities, intriguing exhibitions, unusual gardens and fantastic play areas are complemented...
The Old Rectory in Epworth is a fine looking piece of religious architecture and design, and remains one of the most celebrated buildings in this community. Visitors marvel at...
Founded in the 11th Century the parish church has served a community that changed very little over hundreds of years. But the diversion of the main street to accommodate a...
This centre provides discount shopping for major brands of clothing, footwear, sportswear, homewares, music, books, gadgets and confectionery. First opened, as the Yorkshire Outlet, in 1998 it has already undergone...
This excellent collection of regimental memorabilia and uniforms has been established to chart the illustrious history of the King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Regiment. The regiment was first raised...
This fine 18th Century palladian building is home to the Lord Mayor and Borough Council. At that time it was built the High Street was the main road from London...
The Old Smithy Museum is housed in the old village blacksmith’s shop that was closed for commercial use during the 1980s. The building was never really brought into the...
This museum is home to the world’s largest single collection of Trolleybuses. In total there are more than forty vehicles on display, each of which has been painstakingly restored...