Doncaster
Properties and events in Doncaster
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
"Sand House" - A Song Writing Workshop
You will have the opportunity in this workshop, working with experienced songwriters, to be part of creating a brand-new song that helps preserve the memory of the Sand House, Doncaster’s unique, former Victorian marvel.
Barnburgh Dovecote
An opportunity to view a well preserved 16th century octagonal dovecote, originally constructed as a wedding gift from the Lord High Chancellor of England, Thomas More, to his son John on his marriage to Anne Cresacre.
Doncaster Heritige Art Exhibition
Doncaster Heritage Art Exhibition
Fishlake Walk
The walk starts at The Old Butcher's Cafe at 1000 and takes a stroll around the ancient village of Fishlake. Visit our medieval church and learn about the fascinating history of Fishlake.
Guided Tour of St Catherine's House and Garden
Step behind the scenes at St Catherine’s House to explore elegant rooms, hidden corners, and the fascinating history of this beautiful house and its stunning walled garden. Tour booking essential book online at www.flourishwoodfieldpark.org/tour.
Heritage of St Laurence's Church and the community of Adwick le Street
Church open for an informal visit to view the medieval architecture and artefacts and displays of local history.
Historic S. Wilfrid's Hickleton Church
A great opportunity to explore the beautiful Bodily interior of Hickleton Parish Church and Church Yard, to see and hear of the fascinating history of the church and hear the truth about the 3 mysterious skulls on display in the Lytch Gate too!
Hooton Pagnell Hall Gardens Open Day
We will be opening our Gardens, Tithe Barn and Summer House for an insight into the history of Hooton Pagnell Hall. We will be focusing on the history of the working lives of those who have worked for the estate and the history of the gardens.
Life in Fishlake during World War II
An exhibition of life in a rural village during World War II. Rationing, blackout, make do and mend.
Sand House history podcasts
We are launching a new season of podcasts during Heritage Open Days 2026. Including clips from our audio archive, we take you through the history of Doncaster's lost Victorian marvel, the Sand House, from the early 19th century to the present day.
Sports and Recreation - Guided Walk of Hyde Park Cemetery
Join the Friends of Hyde Park Cemetery to discover sporting stars and popular pastimes from Doncaster’s rich history.
St Helena's Church High Street Austerfield HODS
St Helena's is an 11th century Norman church with beautiful Norman arches, a rare Sheela-na-Gig (only 16 in the country) and a wonderful Tympanum. It has strong links with William Bradford, Mayflower Pilgrim who was baptised here in 1589.
St Mary Magdalene Church Campsall
Legend suggests that Robin Hood was married at St Mary Magdalene Church Campsall as centuries ago the village stood on the outskirts of Sherwood Forest.
St Mary's Doncaster, Open Church & Guided Tour
St Mary's Doncaster was opened in 1885, designed by Edmund Beckett, created Lord Grimethorpe a year later.
St Michael & All Angels Church Skelbrooke Farming Histoy
Village church built in medieval times but nearly totally destroyed by fire in 1870. Rebuilt in Victorian style in 1872. Display of local farming and quarrying history reflecting working lives in the area over the last few centuries
St Nicholas Church Bawtry Open Afternoon and Bell Ringing
St Nicholas Church is 12th Century with many original features. Opportunity to climb the tower to the ringing room and chime a bell.
St.Peter’s The White Church Warmsworth
Church open to view archived records and exhibits. Textile exhibition and refreshments available.
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Photography exhibition of Doncaster’s historic buildings comprising of buildings that are of quality, those that are in poor condition and those that contribute little to the city’s architecture.
Things that Yorkshire gave to the world
An illustrated talk by Catherine Taggart followed by refreshments