The Icons of Doncaster

The Icons of Doncaster The Icons of Doncaster… Doncastrians decide their favourite local heritage.
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The Icons of Doncaster is a project that gives the people of Doncaster the opportunity to decide the local people, places, achievements and stories that matter most to them.

Fred Trueman...Fred Trueman, the fast-bowling Yorkshireman grew up in Doncaster, and became a cricketing icon.Known as “...
20/08/2025

Fred Trueman...

Fred Trueman, the fast-bowling Yorkshireman grew up in Doncaster, and became a cricketing icon.

Known as “Fiery Fred” he was famous for his blunt Yorkshire humour and for the 307 test wickets that made him a national hero.

To Doncaster folk, he was one of their own, a lad who put the town on the cricketing map and proved you can take the man out of Doncaster, but you can’t take Doncaster out of the man.

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Wedding Cakes and Crumpets…The author of the first ever recipe for a wedding cake, Elizabeth Raffald was born and bred i...
05/08/2025

Wedding Cakes and Crumpets…

The author of the first ever recipe for a wedding cake, Elizabeth Raffald was born and bred in Doncaster.Her recipe for a "Bride Cake" (what we know as a cake) was first published in 1769.

Elizabeth is also behind other well known recipes, including crumpets and Eccles cakes.

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John McLaughlin...Rolling Stone magazine described John McLaughlin as "one of the greatest guitarists of all time"Born i...
02/08/2025

John McLaughlin...

Rolling Stone magazine described John McLaughlin as "one of the greatest guitarists of all time"

Born in Doncaster, John has carved a career playing with music industry giants and spanning several decades.

He has recorded with artists such as the Mahavishnu Orchestra and Miles Davis to name but two.

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The Paddington Bear factory...Paddington, has starred in 28 books, 4 TV adaptations and 3 blockbuster movies. But did yo...
29/07/2025

The Paddington Bear factory...

Paddington, has starred in 28 books, 4 TV adaptations and 3 blockbuster movies. But did you know that the very first ever bear stuffed toy was brought to life in Doncaster by Shirley Clarkson, mother of TV presenter ?

Shirley ran a small factory based in Woodlands, Doncaster which produced Paddington bears. The building is still referred to by locals as "the Paddington Bear factory"

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Diana Rigg...Diana Rigg was a sharp-witted, stylish, and endlessly talented British actress best known for kicking butt ...
24/07/2025

Diana Rigg...

Diana Rigg was a sharp-witted, stylish, and endlessly talented British actress best known for kicking butt (in heels) as Emma Peel in The Avengers and later, as the razor-tongued Olenna Tyrell.

Born in Doncaster in 1938, she proved that a small Yorkshire town could produce a true screen legend. From Shakespeare to spies to dragons, Diana Rigg did it all.

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Veganism...The word "vegan" is used throughout the world but did you know that the word didn't exist until 1944? Donald ...
24/07/2025

Veganism...

The word "vegan" is used throughout the world but did you know that the word didn't exist until 1944?

Donald Watson (from Doncaster) first coined the phrase to describe his vegan diet.

Donald was instrumental in forming as a concept. It started with just 25 people meeting in a room, today it's estimated there are 88 million vegans in the world.

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Catweazle...Catweazle was one of the most unusual and memorable wrestlers from British wrestling in the 1970s. His real ...
24/07/2025

Catweazle...

Catweazle was one of the most unusual and memorable wrestlers from British wrestling in the 1970s.

His real name was Gary Cooper, but in the ring, he became Catweazle — a character based on a strange, scruffy old wizard from a TV show at the time.

He looked like no other wrestler, he even carried a stick and pretended to talk to animals, like the invisible frog he called “Eric”

Catweazle became a fan favourite. He proved that wasn’t just about being strong — it was also about having fun and standing out.

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🎤 A huge shoutout to our awesome volunteers who spent the day getting stuck into oral history training - learning how to...
25/04/2025

🎤 A huge shoutout to our awesome volunteers who spent the day getting stuck into oral history training - learning how to ask great questions, really listen and record stories that matter.

They’re now all set to capture powerful stories and memories from our community!! 🎙️💬✨

If you’re interested in joining the fun and being part of our fantastic project, get in touch ✉️ We’d love to have you!



Higher Rhythm

27/11/2024

📢 We have some fantastic opportunities available!!Come and volunteer with us and you could receive training in broadcast production, editing, research and interviewing. And help celebrate and preserve Doncaster heritage too 💪🏻Comment to get your hands on more info 🎤🎧

The Icons of Doncaster - Doncastrians decide their favourite local heritage! The Icons of Doncaster is a project which g...
23/10/2024

The Icons of Doncaster - Doncastrians decide their favourite local heritage!

The Icons of Doncaster is a project which gives the people of Doncaster the opportunity to decide the local people, places, achievements and stories that matter most to them. The project is being run by Higher Rhythm through Sine FM and is funded by Heritage Lottery Fund.

People from Doncaster can get involved by telling us which local heritage should be recognised more widely.

There are also further opportunities to get involved as volunteers and receive training.

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