Mexborough - Definition and Overview

Mexborough, known in the 18th century as Mekesborough, is a town in the Borough of Doncaster, in South Yorkshire, England. It lies on the north bank of the River Don.

Originally a market town, Mexborough grew around coal mining, particularly after the construction of the Sheffield to Doncaster railway line through it.

Famous residents

• Brian Blessed, actor
• Mike Hawthorn, race driver and 1958 Formula 1 winner.
• Ted Hughes, poet.
• Donald Watson, founder of the Vegan Society.

External links

• Mexborough Castle (http://www.castleuk.net/castle_lists_north/111/mexboroughcastle.htm)
• "Concertinas"-Festival (http://www.akkordeon.com/index/squ/de_squ_01_03_16.shtml#d)