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St Leger 250: Celebrating Doncaster’s Horse Racing Heritage

City of Doncaster Archives, Chequer Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 2AE

  • 18 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking required
  • | Talk

Find out more about the National Heritage Lottery funded project to explore and celebrate the St. Leger, the world’s oldest Classic horse race, during the 250th anniversary year. The race remains an integral part of Doncaster’s identity to this day.

Find out more about the National Heritage Lottery funded project to explore and celebrate the St. Leger, the world’s oldest Classic horse race, during the 250th anniversary year. The race remains an integral part of Doncaster’s identity to this day. This illustrated short talk will highlight what has been found in Doncaster’s archive and local studies collections relating to the race.

Timings

Friday 18 September:
1400 - 1500

Location & directions

City of Doncaster Archives, Chequer Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 2AE

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Book your space at https://www.heritagedoncaster.org.uk/heritage-open-days-2026/.
Booking telephone number:
+441302737555
Booking website:
https://www.heritagedoncaster.org.uk/heritage-open-days-2026/

Additional information

Max number of people:
15

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