Why move to Doncaster?
Doncaster is an up and coming town
On 5 March 2004, Doncaster was granted Fairtrade Town status. In recent years, its centre has undergone redevelopment including the construction of an Education City campus, currently the largest education investment of its kind in the UK. Over the last few years the Doncaster Lakeside, which is home to the Doncaster Rovers ground, has undergone modernisation. Doncaster has a bowling alley and a cinema near Lakeside. 'The Dome', opened in 1989, by Princess Diana, contains a swimming pool, gym and ice rink, as well as a café. The Frenchgate Centre, a shopping centre and transport interchange, has been extended to connect with the railway station and bus station. Lakeside Village, a retail outlet with some 45 retail shops and restaurants is located along the A6182 dual carriageway. The Waterdale area of the town centre is currently undergoing rejuvenation, with a new theatre (known as CAST), new civic offices and a new public square already having been completed, on the site of the old Waterdale car park. The old council house and civic theatre have been demolished and new housing is being constructed both in the town itself, opposite Doncaster Racecourse and in out of town suburbs
Doncaster Racecourse
From around the 16th century, Doncaster embraced the wealthy stagecoach trade. This led to horse breeding in Doncaster, which in turn led to the start of horseraces there. The earliest important race in Doncaster's history was the Doncaster Gold Cup, first run over Cantley Common in 1766. The Doncaster Cup is the oldest continuing regulated horserace in the world.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Here you will discover nearly 400 animals and 70 different species of animal, Yorkshire Wildlife Park is a fantastic place to experience a truly breath taking walk-through wildlife adventure. Most of the animals at the park are either endangered or threatened, Yorkshire Wildlife Park work closely with charities to help the conservation of endangered species in the wild and captivity. This has and will continue to be a major attraction for Doncaster.
Properties
Your Move in Doncaster has a great selection of property presently available starting from as little as £40,000 up to over £1m. You will discover thousands of terraced homes available which are popular with first time buyers and investors. There are various villages enjoying affordable semi-detached homes which are popular with families due to the outstanding schools. Doncaster also has some fantastic areas where you can purchase high end prestige homes and beautiful rural retreats.
