Doncaster and District Heritage Association
DONCASTER LOCAL HISTORY FAIR 2008
The 2008 Doncaster Local History Fair took place on Saturday, 22nd November, 10am-4pm, at the Doncaster School and College for the Deaf, Leger Way, Doncaster.
The Fair had a mixture of old and new attractions.
Talks
The lost quarrying village of Levitt Hagg
The Victorian grandeur of Brodsworth Hall
The ever-popular talk about the 'Sand House' and all its' interesting tunnels
Antique valuations
Colin Young, antiques expert from the BBCs 'Bargain Hunt' was at the fair and gave free valuations on antiques and items of interest between 12 noon and 4pm. Only small items could be allowed into the venue as there was not be the room for large, cumbersome items. Time allowed for only a single item per person.
Stalls and Displays
There were stalls and displays by the member groups of the DDHA which included, local history and family history groups and societies.
Other groups and organisations attending included, the National Coalmining Museum, the Guild of One-name society, Churches Conservation Trust and various local history book and map sellers.
Other attractions and information
Details of the next Local History Fair will be posted here as soon as possible. Please watch this space.
Local History Fairs
The Doncaster Local History Fairs have been organised by Doncaster and District Heritage Association since 2003 and hope to carry on producing such events in future.
Local History Fairs are a celebration of local and community history and allow visitors to gain an insight into the history of different parts of the borough through a series of exciting displays, demonstrations, competitions and talks on local topics. Talks given at the 2007 Local History Fair included Julie Harrup giving an insight into the recent restoration work at Cusworth Hall, 'Mrs Lockwood' from the Yorkshire Coalmining Museum giving an interactive interpretation of what life was like as a miner's wife in the 1940s and Richard Bell explained the mysteries of the Victorian 'Sand House'.
There are many local groups, societies, education and funding organisations, who attend these events, covering a wide range of subjects from local and family history to theatre and aircraft, railways to postcards, coalmining to archaeology, from churches to cemeteries and much more. Local enthusiasts committed to the preservation and promotion of and access to our heritage bring the history of Doncaster and the surrounding area to life.
More Information
More information available from:
Helen Wallder,
Local Studies Library,
Waterdale,
Doncaster,
DN1 3JE
Telephone: 01302 734307
Email: helen.wallder@doncaster.gov.uk
Press quotes regarding previous Doncaster Local History Fairs
“Fair attracts 1,400 visitors”-Doncaster Free Press
“… a unique opportunity to see the transformation of Doncaster from its rural beginnings to a thriving urban centre”- Doncaster Free Press
“Town’s history is real crowd puller” -Epworth Bells
“The past, present and future of Doncaster was brought to life”-Doncaster Star
“The displays put very familiar places in a very different light.”-Doncaster Free Press
“…the fair will introduce a new audience to local history and also raise awareness of the area’s rich heritage.” Quote from Cllr Tony Sockett, Cabinet Member For Lifelong Learning -Doncaster Star
“Bringing local history to life at the museum”-Doncaster Advertiser
“Over 1,400 attended the event and all the feedback has been positive. Many people said this was the first history event they had ever attended …with everyone wanting to find out more.” Quote from Carol Hill, Local Studies Librarian- Doncaster Free Press
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