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Monday 6th March 2017 On This Day in Doncaster History more» 1503: Henry VII's daughter stopped and stayed in Doncaster on way to become Queen of James IV in Scotland. 1703: Epworth preacher and part-founder of Methodism John Wesley was born. 1984: National Coal Board announce reduction of coal mined and 20 pit closures, the Miner's Strike would follow.

WHATS ON ANNIVERSARIES 23 Years Ago Today 250 colliery dinner ladies across Yorkshire to receive £40k after 20-year fair-pay dispute is settled. 61 Years Ago Today Doncaster's record breaking Mallard locomotive taken out of service. 81 Years Ago Today Crooner Tony Christie from Conisbrough was born.»