Askern is a town in the Metropolitan Borough of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England, located 6 miles (9.7 km) north-northeast of Doncaster and 21 miles (34 km) south-southeast of York. The town has a temperate maritime climate with mild summers and cool winters. Askern has a rich history dating back to the Roman period, and its heritage includes a number of notable buildings, such as the Askern Priory and the Askern Hall.
Famous Persons from Askern, England, United Kingdom
- Ros Jones - Born on December 20, 1949 - Politician - Commander of the Order of the British Empire
- Peter Hill - Born on June 4, 1945 - Sport cyclist
- Don Leeson - Born on August 25, 1935 - Association football player (died: February 15, 2009)
- Frank Mountford - Born on March 30, 1923 - Association football player (died: June 27, 2006)
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