Doncaster

Properties and events in Doncaster

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"A Storytelling Hand" - An Architectural Drawing Workshop

St Leger Room, Level 2, Danum Gallery, Library & Museum, Waterdale, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 3BZ
In person
Pre-booking required

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

Mansion House, High Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1DG
In person
Pre-booking required

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

The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 2DR
In person
Pre-booking required

You are invited to a 'behind the scenes' tour of The Point - our Grade II Listed Building on South Parade, Doncaster.

Barnburgh Dovecote

Barnburgh Hall Gardens, Barnburgh, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7DS
In person
Pre-booking not required

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.

Bawtry Hall and Gardens Open Day

South Parade, Bawtry, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN10 6JH
In person
Pre-booking not required

A chance to look around this Grade II Listed Building and its extensive gardens.

Bawtry Masonic Hall Open Day

Bawtry Masonic Hall, Tickhill Road, Bawtry, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN10 6LH
In person
Pre-booking not required

A chance to look around the Grade 2 listed, Bawtry Masonic Hall originally built in the 13th Century as a Chapel of the Hospital of St. Mary Magdalene

Behind the Scenes at Cast

Waterdale, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 3BU
In person
Pre-booking required

Behind the Scene Tour of Doncaster Cast Theatre

Brodsworth Hall - an illustrated talk by Steve Willimott

St. Peters in Chains RC Church Hall, Chequer Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 2AA
In person
Pre-booking not required

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

Hyde Park Cemetery, Carr Lane, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN4 5AA
In person
Pre-booking not required

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

Chequer Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 2AE
In person
Pre-booking required

Enjoy a tour of our archive strong room and see a range of archival documents from Doncaster's rich history.

Conisbrough Viaduct Heritage Walk

Conisbrough Railway Station, Conisbrough, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 3DQ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Join DCRT on a guided circular walk from Conisbrough Railway Station, exploring architecture associated with the River Don and the wider heritage of the Don Gorge. Stops will take in, caves, castle views, the mighty Conisbrough Viaduct and more.

Cusworth Hall Bespoke Guided Tour with Object Handling

Cusworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7TU
In person
Pre-booking required

Discover the hidden lives of the ladies of Cusworth Hall. 

Cusworth Hall Walled Garden Open Day

Cusworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7TU
In person
Pre-booking not required

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

Cusworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 7TU
In person
Pre-booking required

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  

The Corn Exchange, Market Place, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1NG
In person
Pre-booking required

Council workers undertaking the recent renovation works at the Corn Exchange unexpectedly discover more than they expected, exposing some of Doncaster marketplaces original inhabitants!    

Don Aqueduct Heritage Walk

Forstead Land Canal Car Park, Barnby Dun, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 1EB
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we walk along the canal from Barnby Dun up to the Don Aqueduct and learn about the historical significance of the area and its structures.

Doncaster Mansion House Open Day

Mansion House, High Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1DG
In person
Pre-booking not required

A celebration of the architects who created the Mansion House and how it adapted for changing needs. Design activities for families

Doncaster Mansion House Talk: Revising a classic of architectural history

Mansion House, High Street, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1DG
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Dr Jane Grenville will talk about her work undertaking a complete revision of Pevsner’s original book The North Riding of Yorkshire. Light refreshments to follow.

Doncaster Masonic Hall Open Day

Priory Place, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1BZ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Open door at the Doncaster Masonic Hall.

Feel Good Friday

Waterdale, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 3BZ
In person
Pre-booking required

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.