Sport and Leisure
Civic Theatre
Distance from centre: 0 miles
Currently funded and operated by Doncaster Council Directorate of Neighbourhoods, Communities & Childrens' Services, its programme is a mix of professional entertainment and artistic product alongside a thriving local amateur scene and an extremely successful annual Pantomime production.
Doncaster Civic Theatre,
Waterdale,
Doncaster
DN1 3ET
Doncaster Little Theatre
Distance from centre: 0 miles
Doncaster Little Theatre King Street Off East Laith Gate Doncaster Performances most evenings or social nights. Contact Box Office for more details.
1 King Street,
Doncaster
DN1 1JD
Doncaster Racecourse
Distance from centre: 0 miles
Doncaster Racecourse's £32 million refurbishment began in January 2006, this 20 month project will transform the Grade 1 Yorkshire track into one of the most modern and impressive facilities in the country by August 2007.
The Grandstand,
Leger Way,
Doncaster
DN2 6BB
The Dome
Distance from centre: 1 mile
With over 1 million visitors every year The Dome, Doncaster is now one of the UK's top 5 Sports and Leisure attractions encompassing every type of entertainment available. In fact it now has so many activities it is almost impossible to try everything in one day!
Doncaster Lakeside,
Bawtry Road,
Doncaster
DN4 7PD
Doncaster Rovers Football Club
Distance from centre: 2 miles
The club was formed in 1879 by a group of young apprentices, mainly from the Plant Works, who got together to play a match against the Yorkshire Institute for the Deaf & Dumb. They were so pleased about the experience that, on the walk back into town, they decided to form a club of their own to play on a regular basis. They even agreed on a name, which still survives to this day, Doncaster Rovers.
The Keepmoat Stadium
Lakeside Sports Complex
Stadium Way
Potteric Carr Road
Doncaster
DN4 5JB
Castle Park - Rugby Union
Distance from centre: 3 miles
The new £2m Castle Park Conference and Function Centre, home to Doncaster Rugby Football Club, has already won widespread acclaim for the unique way in which corporate efficiency and sporting excellence are combined.
Armthorpe Road,
Doncaster
DN2 5QB
Doncaster Lakers Rugby League Football Club
Distance from centre: 3 miles
The club despite now named Doncaster Lakers were originally nicknamed 'The Dons' before carrying the 'Dragons' moniker in the period of 1996-2005.
History will be made in December 2006 when the club moves to the new “state of art” Lakeside Stadium.
The Keepmoat Stadium
Lakeside Sports Complex
Stadium Way
Potteric Carr Road
Doncaster
DN4 5JB
Lakeside Sports Complex and Stadium
Distance from centre: 3 miles
The complex is a single high quality venue designed to the highest possible architectural standards to match its superb location on the water’s edge at Doncaster Lakeside. It will help raise Doncaster’s profile locally, regionally, nationally and internationally, and increase significantly the numbers of local people able to watch and take part in sporting activities.
Keepmoat Stadium,
Stadium Way,
DONCASTER
DN4 5JW
Armthorpe Moto Park
Distance from centre: 4 miles
Open 7 days a week and throughout the school holidays, just bring your own machine and try our junior, senior or advance tracks.
Holmewood Lane
Armthorpe
Doncaster
Junction 4 off M18
Golf Courses
Distance from centre: 5 miles
Golfers will find 12 courses within the Borough of Doncaster many of which are open to both members and non-members with very affordable green fees.
Bawtry Paintball and Laser Fields
Distance from centre: 8 miles
Bawtry Paintball & Laser Fields, previously voted 'Best Paintball Site in Britain', is Europe's largest paintball and outdoor laser venue, the facilities are second to none. Whether you're looking for a new and exciting venue for an event , a way to promote teamwork, communication and leadership skills in your company's employees or you just want to have an absolute blast, look no further! Bawtry Paintball Fields offer various all-inclusive packages which can be adapted to suit all budgets and requirements. Expert staff will ensure that your day is one that will be memorable for many years.
Bawtry Road (A638),
Doncaster
DN10 6NF
Hatfield Water Park
Distance from centre: 8 miles
The lake is used for canoeing, kayaking, dinghy sailing, wind surfing and coarse fishing. Water sport coaching is given by fully trained and qualified instructors. The site regularly hosts training camps and competitions for the British Canoe Polo Association.
Old Thorne Road,
Hatfield,
Doncaster
DN7 6EQ
Shopping
Frenchgate Centre
Distance from centre: 0 miles
Located conveniently in the heart of Doncaster town centre, with easy access by bus or train from our transport interchange, or by car from our multi-storey car park, we are the natural choice for all your shopping needs.
Frenchgate Centre
St Sepulchre Gate,
Doncaster
DN1 1SW
Doncaster Markets
Distance from centre: 0 miles
A combination of 600 indoor stalls in the former Corn Exchange and the lively open air market, Doncaster Market is one of the biggest and finest markets in the North. Well worth a full day visit, the traditional market provides the freshest foods including fresh game, fish, fruit, vegetables and gift ideas.
The Blue Building,
38 - 40 High Street,
Doncaster
DN1 1DE
Lakeside Village
Distance from centre: 1 mile
Lakeside Village has over 45 outlet shops to choose from offering up to 60% off the retailer's recommended prices on a host of famous brands including Clarks Factory Shop, Adidas, Marks & Spencer Outlet, Virgin Cosmetics, Lillywhites, Next Clearance, Cook N Dine, Suits You, Pavers and many more.
Lakeside Village,
White Rose Way,
Doncaster
DN4 5JH
Bawtry Market Town
Distance from centre: 8 miles
Bawtry, originally an ancient port on the River Idle, is a bustling market town with an array of chic restaurants and quality boutiques and shops blended with a rich history as a former staging post on the Great North Road.
Bawtry,
Doncaster
DN10
Historic Towns and Villages
Tickhill
Distance from centre: 8 miles
This attractive market town is centred around a Buttercross which was erected in 1777. The remains of a Norman Castle (not open to the public) overlook the picturesque milldam and a walk around the village reveals many designer boutiques and popular restaurants.
Bawtry
Distance from centre: 8 miles
Bawtry, originally an ancient port on the River Idle, is a bustling market town with an array of chic restaurants and quality boutiques and shops blended with a rich history as a former staging post on the Great North Road.
DN10
Thorne Farmers Market
Distance from centre: 15 miles
The first Sunday of every month 9am - 2pm
(January excepted)
Thorne Market Square
dn8
Nature and Countryside
Peatlands Way
Distance from centre: 0 miles
The Peatlands Way is a 50 mile circular footpath route in North Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire linking the historic settlements of Thorne, Crowle, Belton, Epworth, Haxey, Wroot, Kirk Bramwith and Sykehouse.
Potteric Carr Nature Reserve
Distance from centre: 2 miles
POTTERIC CARR is one of over 80 reserves owned or leased by the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. Its wide range of habitats from open water and marsh to woodland, covering an area of about 200 ha (500 acres), give it an interesting diversity of wildlife.
The Reserve is close to the motorway system, only 1 km from junction 3 of the M18
S66
Trans Pennine Trail
Distance from centre: 3 miles
The Trans Pennine Trail (TPT) is an exciting route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders that link the North and Irish seas, passing through the Pennines, alongside rivers and canals and through some of the most historic towns and cities in the North of England.
Trans Pennine Trail Office,
c/o Planning & Transportation,
PO Box 604,
BARNSLEY,
S70 9FE
Brockholes Farm
Distance from centre: 4 miles
A combination of zoo, riding centre and working farm, Brockholes Farm Visitors Centre has an incredible range of animals from small ferrets to rare breeds of farm animals. A wide range of exotic animals live here including llamas, wallabies, monkeys and zebra and a 'Woodland Walk' reveals red and fallow deer. The riding centre is well-equipped with both indoor and outdoor floodlit schools, three jumping fields and acres and acres of open farmland to explore whilst riding. All year round special events and activities include Halloween Weekend, Bonfire Night, Santa's Grotto and Easter Bunny Weekend. Something for all the family!
Brockholes Lane,
Branton,
Doncaster
DN3 3NH
Denaby Ings Nature Reserve
Distance from centre: 9 miles
A 100 acre reserve with habitats ranging from wetlands to hay meadows and supporting a wide range of birds, insects and flowers. A good footpath takes visitors around the reserve and there are three viewing hides offering excellent opportunities to enjoy the wildlife.
Pastures Road,
Mexborough,
Yorkshire
Humberhead and Peatlands Nature Reserve
Distance from centre: 16 miles
A vast area of wilderness incorporating parts of Thorne, Goole and Crowle Moors together with nearby Hatfield Moors. These are remnants of a formerly more extensive area of wetland which occupied the flood plain of the Humberhead Levels several thousand years ago. They form the largest complex of lowland raised bogs in Britain.
East of Moorends village,
easily accessible from the M18
DN8
Heritage
Minster Church of St George
Distance from centre: 0 miles
The Minster Church of St. George Doncaster lies at the heart of our town, where a church has stood for over 8 centuries. The present church was built between 1854-1858 after the medieval church was sadly destroyed by fire in 1853.
Church Street
Doncaster
DN1 1RD
Mansion House
Distance from centre: 0 miles
Doncaster's elegant Mansion House, a focus for civic pride, has dominated the High Street for over two hundred and fifty years. It is one of only four surviving civic Mansion Houses in the country.
High Street,
Doncaster
DN1 1BN
Cusworth Hall and Gardens
Distance from centre: 2 miles
Cusworth Hall is an imposing 18th century country house set in extensive landscaped parklands, once home to the Battie-Wrightson family. The Grade 1 listed house is deemed a site of special interest due to the preservation of all elements of a Georgian country house. It houses displays on the history of Doncaster and its people.
Cusworth Lane,
Doncaster
DN5 7TU
Aeroventure
Distance from centre: 3 miles
Young and old alike will enjoy a visit to Aeroventure, South Yorkshire's air museum at Doncaster Lakeside - the former site of WWII RAF Doncaster
Dakota Way
Airborne Road,
Doncaster Leisure Park
Doncaster
DN4 7FB
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens
Distance from centre: 6 miles
This fine country house has been preserved showing how a wealthy family and their servants really lived during 150 years of occupation. The 15 acres of gardens have been restored to their 1860s heyday.
Brodsworth,
Doncaster
DN5 7X
Conisbrough Castle
Distance from centre: 6 miles
Visit Conisbrough Castle and climb to the top of the magnificent Keep with it's breath-taking views across the breadth of Yorkshire; from the Television Mast on Emley Moor in the west to the Docks at Goole in the east.
Castle Hill,
Conisbrough,
Doncaster
DN12 3BU
St Peters Church, Conisbrough
Distance from centre: 6 miles
The church is officially the oldest building in South Yorkshire and has been a place of Christian worship for over 1250 years
St Peters Church,
Church Street,
Conisbrough,
South Yorkshire
DN12
Markham Grange Steam Museum
Distance from centre: 6 miles
A garden centre and a steam museum seem an unlikely combination but this is exactly what you will find at Markham Grange Nurseries, Brodsworth near Doncaster.
Longlands Lane,
Brodsworth,
Near Doncaster,
South Yorkshire
DN5
St Helena's Church, Austerfield
Distance from centre: 9 miles
A Norman parish church founded in 1080 and probably near to the site of the Synod of Austerfield in 702AD. The stone above the church’s main door depicts a serpent that is possibly the only surviving commemoration of the 8th century event.
Martin Lane,
Bawtry,
South Yorkshire
DN10
Sandtoft Trolleybus Museum
Distance from centre: 16 miles
The Museums vision is:
To be nationally acknowledged as the Museum of the Trolleybus and to entertain, educate and give excellent value and service to our visitors.
The Trolleybus Museum,
Belton Road,
Sandtoft,
Doncaster
DN8 5SX
Epworth Rectory
Distance from centre: 16 miles
The Rectory was bought from the Church of England in 1954, the purchase and subsequent renovations and alterations being carried out thanks to the generosity of the World Methodist Council. We are open during the summer months and times are given on the website.
1 Rectory Street,
Epworth,
North Lincolnshire
DN9 1HX
