We asked our readers what their favourite Doncaster facts are – click through this article to learn some really interesting factoids about our town.
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9. Paddington Bear
Lesley Marshall, said: "The very first Paddington bear soft toy was designed in the UK by a lady called Shirley Clarkson. She made it as a Christmas present for her children, Joanna and Jeremy Clarkson (who was to go on to become a world famous motoring journalist). Many factory’s were in Doncaster as were the Clarksons." Photo: Gareth Cattermole
10. Famous faces
Tony Morgan, said: "David Bowie's dad was born in silver street." Photo: Express