Click through this article to see racegoers enjoying the event in years past.
If you want more retro content you can check out Looking back on Doncaster’s waterways or Wartime memories from a Doncaster woman.
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1. What great hats
Ladies enjoying St Leger Day in 1996. Emily Baker, Debbie Hudson and Janet Bradley. Photo: Steve Taylor

2. Fun day out
Sarah Vernon and Betty Lawson enjoying St Leger Day in 1998. Photo: R Ingram

3. Great day out
Race goers enjoy the last of the Summer sun at the 1997 races. Photo: Steve Taylor
