For over 800 years, The Doncaster Minster has been looked upon as an iconic building at the heart of Doncaster. Cathedral-like in scale, its proud tower dominates the horizon and can be admired from afar as a symbol of the town and landmark in South Yorkshire.

Having become a Minster in 2004, St George's Parish Church is now embracing a new identity as an Urban Minster and even after 150 years, it continues to evolve in the 21^st Century.

The Revd Canon Dr Paul Shackerley at Doncaster Minster said;  

"In a world of frantic change, the Minster offers reassuring continuity with the past. In a world of stress and noise, it offers a corner for quiet thought and reflection.

"Inside the Minster our memorials commemorate local heroes and prominent figures in the history of Doncaster. We are also very proud of its elusive clock, which was designed by Edmund Beckett Denison and built by Edward Dent, who are both famous for their work towards Big Ben in London."

The Minster now needs the people of Doncaster to come forward and help bring the popular landmark into the 21^st Century, by providing donations for much needed repairs to the North Transept and the Tower itself.

"The fundraising challenge is substantial but not insurmountable." said Paul.

"With a clear new vision and strategy now in place, and the team working on a fund raising and marketing strategy, as well as the launching of an exciting new logo designed by a Shane Murphy, a degree student of Doncaster College, we look forward to embracing new opportunities for working with organisations, businesses and groups in Doncaster to make sure that the Minster survives for future generations to love and use."