Castles · Yorkshire & the Humber
Doncaster
In or near Cantley.
Doncaster ( DONK-ə-stər, DONK-ast-ər) is a city in South Yorkshire, England. Named after the River Don, it is the administrative centre of the City of Doncaster metropolitan borough, and is the second
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Doncaster · 0.5 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Doncaster Castle, the nearest railway station is Doncaster, located 0.5 km away. The postcode for navigation is DN1 1DL. Please note that wheelchair accessibility is limited.
About
Doncaster ( DONK-ə-stər, DONK-ast-ər) is a city in South Yorkshire, England. Named after the River Don, it is the administrative centre of the City of Doncaster metropolitan borough, and is the second largest settlement in South Yorkshire after Sheffield. Noted for its racing and railway history, it is situated in the Don Valley on the western edge of the Humberhead Levels and east of the Pennines. It had a population of 87,455 at the 2021 census, whilst its built-up area had a population of 160,220, and the wider metropolitan borough had a population of 308,100. Adjacent to Doncaster to its east is the Isle of Axholme in Lincolnshire, which contains the towns of Haxey, Epworth and Crowle, and directly south is Harworth Bircotes in Nottinghamshire. Also, within the city's vicinity are Barnsley, Wakefield, Pontefract, Selby, Goole, Scunthorpe, Gainsborough, Retford, Worksop and Rotherham, to which Doncaster is linked by road and rail. As part of the Platinum Jubilee Civic Honours, Doncaster received city status by Letters Patent. A ceremony to confer city status took place at Mansion House on 9 November 2022 as part of a tour of Yorkshire by King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
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Official information
Doncaster Little Theatre is a venue that hosts a variety of performances including plays, musicals, and tribute shows. Visitors can enjoy a range of events throughout the year, showcasing local talent and professional productions.
From the Wikipedia article
Doncaster ( DONK-ə-stər, DONK-ast-ər) is a city in South Yorkshire, England. Named after the River Don, it is the administrative centre of the City of Doncaster metropolitan borough, and is the second largest settlement in South Yorkshire after Sheffield. Noted for its racing and railway history, it is situated in the Don Valley on the western edge of the Humberhead Levels and east of the Pennines. It had a population of 87,455 at the 2021 census, whilst its built-up area had a population of 160,220, and the wider metropolitan borough had a population of 308,100. Adjacent to Doncaster to its east is the Isle of Axholme in Lincolnshire, which contains the towns of Haxey, Epworth and Crowle, and directly south is Harworth Bircotes in Nottinghamshire. Also, within the city's vicinity are Barnsley, Wakefield, Pontefract, Selby, Goole, Scunthorpe, Gainsborough, Retford, Worksop and Rotherham, to which Doncaster is linked by road and rail. As part of the Platinum Jubilee Civic Honours, Doncaster received city status by Letters Patent. A ceremony to confer city status took place at Mansion House on 9 November 2022 as part of a tour of Yorkshire by King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
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Background
History
's alternative route: Eboracum (York) to Lagecium (Castleford), 21 miles, to Danum (Doncaster), 16 miles, to Agelocum (Littleborough), 21 miles, to Lindum (Lincoln), 13 miles. A spur connected Danum with Calcaria (near Tadcaster).]]
Description
During the Industrial Revolution, the Great Northern Railway established the Doncaster Locomotive and Carriage Building Works; this was to meet Doncaster's communication needs, the necessity to transport coal quickly and efficiently, and due to Doncaster's expertise in specialist metal products. An extensive housing programme was undertaken for the increased population. The Chairman of the Great Northern, anxious about the workers and their families' spiritual welfare, persuaded the directors to contribute towards the building of St James's Church, which became known as the Plant Church; the railway also built St James's School. The Doncaster Plant became famous for building LNER…
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- Coordinates
- 53.5228, -1.1325
- District
- Doncaster
- Parish
- Doncaster, unparished area
- Postcode
- DN1 1DL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Doncaster Central
- Nearest railway station
- Doncaster — 0.5 km
- Official site
- www.doncasterlittletheatre.co.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Doncaster (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Doncaster?
- Doncaster is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode DN1 1DL), in the parish of Doncaster, unparished area.
- What is Doncaster?
- Doncaster ( DONK-ə-stər, DONK-ast-ər) is a city in South Yorkshire, England. Named after the River Don, it is the administrative centre of the City of Doncaster metropolitan borough, and is the second
- How do I get to Doncaster?
- The nearest railway station is Doncaster, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode DN1 1DL.
- Does Doncaster charge admission?
- Doncaster typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Doncaster?
- The nearest railway station is Doncaster, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DN1 1DL.