Location: Doncaster
Top Things to do in Doncaster
10 Nature & Parks in Doncaster That You Shouldn't Miss
Doncaster (/ˈdɒŋkəstər/ or /ˈdɒŋkæstər/) is a large market town in South Yorkshire, England. Together with its surrounding suburbs and settlements, the town forms part of the Metropolitan Borough of Doncaster, which had a mid-2016 est. population of 306,400. The town itself has a population of 109,805 The Doncaster Urban Area had a population of 158,141 in 2011 and includes Doncaster and neighbouring small villages. Historically part of the West Riding of Yorkshire until 1974, Doncaster is about 17 miles (30 km) north-east of Sheffield, with which it is served by an international airport, Doncaster Sheffield Airport in Finningley. The metropolitan boroughs of Barnsley, as the county town, Doncaster, and Rotherham, were created in 1974, and incorporated with the city of Sheffield into the metropolitan county of South Yorkshire.
Restaurants in Doncaster
1. Bawtry Forest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Jeffliz45 - Doncaster, United Kingdom
If want a to take kids or grownups for a Christmas trip go to Bawtry Forest from picking your Christmas tree to eating a bacon bread cake or sausage or any combination to hot chocolate or tea.The friendly staff are there to help o yes the car park is free and about 50yards from the trees my advise is go there to start your Christmas of to a great start
2. Reptile Rendezvous & Furry Friends
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 189 reviews
We now come to you! Meet the meerkats, skunk, owl or a range of reptiles and creep crawlies. Prices start from £50 in the Doncaster area!
Reviewed By Connors2_snc
Heard about this company before just not got around to visiting till yesterday and I'm so glad we did. Originally booked as a treat for the children but I honestly think me and my partner loved the experience just as much if not more .. we had an encounter with the meerkats . Great to be so close and personal able to stroke and touch them to see each little meerkat and their own personally characteristics. Staff are lovely everything from booking to being there ran smoothly happy to answer any questions and so helpful . Have a lovely young and very knowledgeable son who shared many interesting facts about the meerkats and informed us of all the other amazing animals that are available to have and encounter experience with too .. loved it so much so already discussing information for a birthday party! Took many amazing photos videos added my favourite to this review as it makes me laugh soo much each time . Would deffinatly recommend ! Can tell the animals are very well looked after and are more apart of their famliy too then just an unusual pet . Thank you x
3. Brodsworth Hall and Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,277 reviews
Brodsworth Hall is an outstanding survivor of a bygone era. Completed in 1863 and Set in 15 acres of award winning formal gardens, the Hall is Conserved as found and contains a fully furnished interior, every item once owned by 3 successive generations of the Thellusson family. The site is open 7 days a week- April to Sept 10am - 6pm; Oct 10am - 5pm and weekends only Nov to Mar 10am - 4pm (Servants wing only) The Hall offers Guided Taster Tours at 11am and 12pm April to Nov ( first come, first served, max 20 per tour) and is open for free flow 1pm until 5pm. (last admission 30 minutes before closing). The site also has a Tea Room serving a selection of hot food and drinks from 10am with last service30 mins before closing.
Reviewed By CGW595 - Kenmare, Ireland
We visited Brodsworth Hall with friends on Monday 17th September.It was a last minute decision to visit,as the English Heritage leaflet we had did not fully convey the amazing venue that the Hall and gardens turned out to be.In the words of one ofour companions it is one of the BEST home and garden ever visited.A stately home it is not,but what a wonderful example of Victorian and Edwardian life it portrays. The grounds are magnificent,with a great array of rare and interesting trees,shrubs and herbaceous plants,lovingly tended by the very helpful garden team.The house is displayed in an "undressed" state,no fancy frills or dramatic displays.Just a reflection of life of a caring wealthy family and their staff.We ewre there for over six hours,and still didn't have enough time to fully appreciate it all.Will return next time in the area.
4. Fat Cat Motoparc
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
5. Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,008 reviews
The Yorkshire Wildlife Park is a unique walk-through wildlife park located just outside Doncaster, South Yorkshire. YWP brings families in touch with some of the world's most beautiful and at risk species inc Polar Bears, Black Rhino, Lions, Tigers and Giraffes plus around 400 other animals including 70 different species! Yorkshire Wildlife Park is a fantastic place to experience a truly breathtaking walkthrough wildlife adventure! Kids can enjoy our many indoor and outdoor adventure play zones and adults can relax in our themed dining outlets. Join us for special events through the year including Summer Safari Nights, Easter Adventures and our famous Christmas Fair! Looking for an extra special experience? Why not book onto an exclusive VIP behind-the-scenes tour and get even closer to the wildlife!
Reviewed By Hayley1609 - Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom
I came here with my mum on the 26th August (bank holiday) and when we arrived there was a long queue as you would expect on a bank holiday! They are very organised getting people in! When we got in we went to see the lions first (I brought my camera with me and took lots of pictures of all the animals????) we saw 2 of the 9 lions but I don’t blame them for staying out of the sun! They were so cute! There is a information board telling you about the lions! After this we saw the polar bears and tigers! Then we went to get lunch! We went to ¡Caramba! And we got 2 kids meals I got the chicken nugget meal and my mum got the vegan nugget meal, both were served with potato wedges and a drink of your choice! They were very nice!! After lunch we saw the lemurs, wallaby’s , painted dogs, baboons etc and all of which were adorable!! :) There is lots of things to see and do here and I will definitely be returning and I would recommend to any animal lovers, like myself!!???????? (my photos won’t upload :( so here is the one photo I took on my phone of the camels ???? but they were adorable!)
6. Walker's Nurseries and Garden Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 575 reviews
Reviewed By Lucyellen1234 - Leeds, United Kingdom
Wow! We have just moved to the area and thought we'd check out the local garden centre, this is absolutely more than a garden centre. This is such an amazing day out! Walks through stunning gardens, an absolute must, so peaceful, beautiful and well designed. Plenty of places to eat and drink, amazing coffee and cake with lovely sandwiches and hot food. My new fav place to visit. Cant wait to come back already! :) keep up the good work guys.
7. Potteric Carr Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 295 reviews
Nature paths suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs will wind you around a stunning, safe wetland habitat littered with pockets of woodland and wildflower meadows, and a cracking cafe is a great place for you recharge with friends. Hides allow you and your family to get up close and personal with birds such as woodpeckers and kingfishers and during your wander you may also encounter mammals such as roe deer and hedgehogs. The meadows during summer are full of butterflies on the wing in comparison to a snow laden winter where you may be lucky enough to spot our overwintering bitterns - this globally threatened species a real highlight to see for any wildlife watcher.Please note that we close over the Christmas period, check our website for details. We will be open every other day of the year (weather permitting) please see are website for further details. Unfortunately dogs, horses, bike, scooters etc are unfortunately not permitted on site.
Reviewed By IanL528
Always wanted to see a murmuration of starlings, and when we heard it happened here we couldn't wait to go back to this wonderful nature reserve and see it. As always the welcome was friendly, the food in the new cafe great; especially the thrice cooked chips, which are to die for. But the place is the thing. A lovely view over the first lake, sunset over the huge scrapes with thousands of birds. Birds of prey flying over the murmuration. a range of walks with lots to see. Knowledgeable staff. A very tempting little shop. The lot.
8. Sprotbrough Flash nature reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Crawford49 - Doncaster, United Kingdom
Parking is limited nearby the Boat Inn but worth trying to get a place. Great walk along the side of the River Don past three hides to watch the birds on the flash which is not visible from the path. Towards the end you can take a path back to where you started with great views of the flash
9. Sandall Beat Wood
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Us5always - Wath-upon-Dearne, United Kingdom
This is a brilliant woods for a family walk with the dog, we took our 3 children and they enjoyed the park in the middle, it was a hot day and there was an ice cream van too!! We enjoyed exploring further will definitely return ????
10. Sandall Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 190 reviews
Sandall Park is an urban family park with plenty of attractions including wildlife, ducks and a bog pond, play areas, sports facilities, picnic areas and fitness trails. An angling club oversess the fishing of the main lake. Much of the maintenance is undertaken by volunteer member of Friends of Sandall Park including (but not limited to!) planting, weeding, upkeep of the toilets, etc. Friends of Sandall Park are a group of like minded people dedicated to improvement of the park for the benefit of visitors and wildlife. They work alongside various agencies.
Reviewed By GolferDoncaster - Doncaster, United Kingdom
This park is well cared for by Doncaster Council and the local helpers who undertake a lot of the work. The lake has fishing available for permit holders and the paths that go round the facility are in a good state of repair for easy walking in all weathers. The parlkand is well kept with plenty of facilities for children and dog walkers who appear to abide by the no fouling rules. The cafe is well used and although I have not eaten there it is always full indicating a good standard of food is provided. There are a number of sports pitches for all levels of sport and the other grassed areas are good for families to enjoy time together. Two small free parking ares are available and there are picnic tables and tiolet facilities.
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