Thursday 9th November 2017
On This Day in Doncaster History more»1411: Richard Plantagenet, claimant to the English throne, born in Conisbrough. 1811: Famous actress Sarah Siddons plays the first of several dates at Doncaster's Theatre Royal. 2002: Doncaster Rovers saviour John Ryan sold his cosmetic surgery business Transform for £20m. 2009: Demolition of Doncaster Odeon on Hallgate begins, before a new £10m casino development starts. 2011: Doncaster's Superbike Racer Jamie Toseland announces his retirement from racing. 2011: Doncaster Rovers sack manager Sean O'Driscoll and immediately hire Dean Saunders. 2011: Dean Saunders first game in charge of Doncaster Rovers, with a 1-0 win at home to Crystal Palace. 2013: Doncaster Rovers chairman John Ryan resigns from the board. |
41 Years Ago Today Fashion presenter Tan France was born in Doncaster.
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