Thorne and District Gazette - Lifestyle Feed

Homes with a view under starter’s orders at Doncaster

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:26:44 GMT

Plans are moving forward to build houses that will have some of the best views in Yorkshire.

SLIDESHOW: On the catwalk in Doncaster for Aurora

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:13:56 GMT

Models took to the stage for one of Doncaster’s most popular annual feel good fundraisers last night

3 Pingle Close, Shireoaks. £225,000

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:26:49 GMT

A five bedroomed, detached property with accommodation on 3 floors, situated on this sought after development in Shireoaks, within easy walking distance of the village centre with good local shops, schools, transport facilities etc.

Historic City of York Celebrates International Museum Day

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:46 GMT

York’s museums will celebrate the city’s rich history starting this weekend to mark International Museum Day (May 18)

Doncaster Get Walking Festival

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:45:06 GMT

Doncaster Council’s ‘Get Doncaster Walking’ festival continues with a wealth of walks to help you explore some of the borough’s beautiful outdoor spaces and embrace a more active lifestyle.

VIDEO: Downton Abbey star Thomas Howes is back on Doncaster’s stage

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:32:46 GMT

Doncaster’s Downton Abbey star Thomas Howes is all set to take centre stage - in his own one-man show in his home town next month.

Get set to rock around the clock as Fake Festival returns

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:21:07 GMT

Music fans can look forward to a feast of fun this Saturday as the ever-popular Fake Festival returns to Sandall Park.

Pick of the week

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:52:07 GMT

THURSDAY

Come up and see Steve Harley and the Cockney Rebel this November

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:45:23 GMT

Following a summer of festival appearances in Europe and the UK, Steve Harley and the Cockney Rebel come to the Baths Hall in Scunthorpe on November 5 for one night only.

Pop stars set to shine at Doncaster racecourse

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:43:21 GMT

It’s a safe bet that racegoers are set for a weekend to remember as pop superstars The Saturdays and Lawson trot into town.

VIDEO: Dancing for charity race at Frenchgate

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:07:48 GMT

Women in Doncaster were urged to grab a chance to enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life at Town Fields, in June.

Water way to enjoy the view

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:20:32 GMT

Anyone who likes messing about on boats - and DIY - might be interested in a property with an idyllic riverside setting near Doncaster.

Hall’s well for Doncaster dancers’ trip to London

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:17:41 GMT

Scores of young dancers hot shoe-shuffled to London and put their best feet forward to perform at one of the world’s most famous music venues.

Takeaway Test: Med at the Market, International Food Hall, Doncaster Market

Wed, 15 May 2013 06:17:28 GMT

Foodies are flocking to the international food hall within Doncaster Market these days.

Author Christina starts new chapter for young readers

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:54:41 GMT

Author and poet Christina Gabbitas was in the good books with pupils at a Doncaster school when she popped in to delight youngsters with a reading.

VIDEO: Great 2 for 1 on fun attractions including Alton Towers

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:05:20 GMT

Summer’s here and to celebrate we’ve got some great offers to help you make the most of the long, warm days to come.

Another mini masterstroke

Tue, 14 May 2013 08:20:29 GMT

JUST when it seemed that BMW owned Mini UK had run out of ideas for further developing their impressive range the company has just come up with the seventh family member the all new Mini Paceman which is a coupe interpretation of the Countryman and which has entered a new premium sales sector for Mini writes Bryan Longworth.

VIDEO: Doncaster-built steam engine still draws the crowds

Tue, 14 May 2013 07:19:39 GMT

Steam trains fans from Doncaster flocked to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway at the weekend for the line’s 40th anniversary celebrations.

Doncaster ballerinas in top show - YouTube link

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:51:47 GMT

Nine year-old Amy Jones and 14 year-old Lucy McMahon have made it into a top production of ballet Coppelia at York’s Grand Opera House.

Go potty for porcelain fashion

Fri, 10 May 2013 12:02:15 GMT

With each fashion season there are mainstream looks, and then there are niche trends.