Doncaster is a town in South Yorkshire, England. It is located about 20 miles east of Sheffield and has a population of approximately 109,805 people. The town has a rich history and was an important industrial center during the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in coal mining and rail transport. Doncaster is known for its horse racing, with the famous Doncaster Racecourse hosting the prestigious St. Leger Stakes, one of the oldest and most prestigious horse races in the world. The town also has several notable landmarks, including Doncaster Minster, a 12th-century Gothic church, and the Doncaster Dome, a leisure center with a large indoor swimming pool and ice rink. Doncaster is well-connected by road and rail, with the A1(M) motorway passing nearby and regular train services to major cities such as Leeds, Sheffield, and London.