Doncaster
Properties and events in Doncaster
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
"A Storytelling Hand" - An Architectural Drawing Workshop
Learn the secrets of architectural sketching/drawing! This hands-on session will demonstrate how such drawing can embolden connections and illuminate narrative, in this case to a unique part of Doncaster's heritage: the Sand House.
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.
City of Doncaster Archives Open Day and History Roadshow
Enjoy a tour of our archive strong room and see a range of archival documents from Doncaster's rich history.
Cusworth Hall Bespoke Guided Tour with Object Handling
Discover the hidden lives of the ladies of Cusworth Hall.
Cusworth Hall Bespoke Guided Tour with Object Handling Saturday 13
Discover the hidden lives of the ladies of Cusworth Hall.
Cusworth Hall Walled Garden Open Day
A chance to see this restored walled garden and orchard. With a chance to pick fruit from the trees. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a short leash.
Cusworth Park Garden Tour
Tours at 11am and 12pm. Join our Head Gardner for a Bespoke tour of the Walled Garden. Please note that dogs are not permitted on this tour.
Digging up the Corn Exchanges History
Council workers undertaking the recent renovation works at the Corn Exchange unexpectedly discover more than they expected, exposing some of Doncaster marketplaces original inhabitants!
Doncaster Mansion House Open Day
A celebration of the architects who created the Mansion House and how it adapted for changing needs. Design activities for families
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.
Feel Good Friday
Feel Good Friday is a relaxed and welcoming session designed to help you step away from the everyday and try something new. Each session offers fresh opportunities.
Guided walk of historic Bawtry by Bawtry Heritage Group
A guided walk of historic Bawtry starting from the Market Cross, in the Market Place, at 2 pm on Sunday 14th September. Pre-registration is not required and children under 16 must be accompanied. The event is free. Please wear sensible shoes!
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.
Heritage Walk Around Fishlake
An easy guided stroll around the country village of Fishlake which is over 1000 years old.
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.
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