The event will explore the race’s history from 1900 to the present day

A talk exploring the history of Doncaster’s St Leger is to be held following this year’s 250th anniversary running of the race.

Friends of Doncaster Mansion House will host St Leger: 1900 to The Present Day in the Flying Scotsman Room at Doncaster Gallery, Library and Museum on October 30 from 2.15pm.

The talk will explore the history of the St Leger from 1900 onwards. | Iconic

placeholder image — The talk will explore the history of the St Leger from 1900 onwards. | Iconic

The illustrated talk by Tony Barber, author of "The St Leger: A History of The World's First Classic Horserace, will delve into the sporting fixture, first run in Doncaster in 1776.

Entry is free.

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