Doncaster
Properties and events in Doncaster
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
10 Architects that Changed the Face of Doncaster - A City Centre Walk
A flat easy guided walk around the City Centre highlighting buildings of historical and heritage importance led by the Doncaster Civic Trust, starting and finishing at the Mansion House
A Tour of The Point and its History
You are invited to a 'behind the scenes' tour of The Point - our Grade II Listed Building on South Parade, Doncaster.
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.
Brodsworth Hall - an illustrated talk by Steve Willimott
An illustrative talk on Brodsworth Hall by Steve Willimott. This will be part of an Open Evening with the Doncaster Civic Trust.
Building Doncaster - Guided Walk of Hyde Park Cemetery
Join the Friends of Hyde Park Cemetery to find out more about the people who built Doncaster and some of the city’s most recognisable buildings.
Family History for Beginners Workshop (Part 1)
Come and find out how to trace your ancestors and use free resources to help you research your family history. Booking required.
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.
Hooton Pagnell Hall & Church Open Day
Explore the beautiful grounds of Hooton Pagnell Hall, the home of the Warde family since the 1700s. We will be hosting a WWI themed tour of the grounds as we delve into the past and look at Hooton Pagnell Hall's significance to our local history.
Reading History: a Palaeography Workshop
Curator, Dr Charles Kelham guides participants through the process to transcribe and read local 16th and 17th century documents in this free workshop.
St Helena's Church Austerfield
St Helena's is an 11th century Norman church with a rare Sheela-na-Gig and a wonderful Tympanum. It has strong links with the Mayflower Pilgrim Fathers. A talk on the pilgrims will begin at 2pm.
St Michael & All Angels Church Skelbrooke
Village church built in medieval times but nearly totally destroyed by fire in 1870. Rebuilt in Victorian style in 1872. Considerable repair and restoration work done in 2022 to celebrate 150 year anniversary including restoration of wall paintings
St. Oswald's Church Kirk Sandall
This medieval church closed in 1978 . In the 21st century it has once again become the centre of the community..
The Sand House - An Architectural Marvel
For over 80 years, Doncaster was home to a unique house carved from sandstone. This new illustrated talk takes a close look at the architecture of the remarkable Sand House and its adjacent tunnel network.
Tour of Doncaster Unitarian and Free Christian Church
Look around our historic building and learn about some of the historic figures who have met, spoken and sung here.
Unitarians and Politics in Doncaster - a talk by our Minister Emeritus
Learn about how this hidden church has helped shape the history of Doncaster, with an involvement in politics, union work and faith campaigns.
Victorian Gothic Architecture at its Best
The Minster is one of Doncaster's most architecturally important buildings, evidenced by its Grade I listing, and was described by Sir John Betjeman as "Victorian Gothic at its very best".
Viking Open day @ Conisbrough Castle
Explore Conisbrough Castle, meet Vikings in the Viking village and see Viking fighting displays