Dome Leisure Centre facts for kids
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The Dome
Doncaster Dome |
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| Location | The Dome Doncaster Leisure Park Bawtry Road Doncaster DN4 7PD England |
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| Owner | Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council |
| Operator | Doncaster Culture & Leisure Trust |
| Capacity | 1,000 – 2,100 |
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| Opened | 26 November 1989 |
| Construction cost | £26 million |
| Architect | Faulkner Brown |
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| Doncaster Panthers (?–?) | |
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Listed Building – Grade II
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| Official name | The Dome |
| Designated | 25 October 2023 |
| Reference no. | 1485053 |
The Dome Leisure Centre is a super fun place in Doncaster, England. People often call it The Dome or Doncaster Dome. It has awesome swimming pools, a huge sports area, and even the United Kingdom's first ever ice skating rink with different levels! It's a great spot for sports, events, and just having a good time.
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Building The Dome
Why The Dome Was Built
The idea for The Dome started way back in 1985. The local council in Doncaster wanted to create something special. They hoped it would bring new energy and confidence to the community. Doncaster needed a boost, and The Dome was meant to kickstart a new, exciting time for the town.
How The Dome Was Made
An architect named Faulkner Brown designed the building. Work began in November 1986. It took almost three years to finish, with the building ready in August 1989. Diana, Princess of Wales officially opened The Dome on November 26, 1989. The whole project cost about £26 million. In October 2023, The Dome became a Grade II listed building. This means it's an important historical building that needs to be protected.
Fun Things To Do At The Dome
The Lagoons: Splash and Swim
The Lagoons are seven cool swimming pools linked together. They have a special area for kids and exciting water slides. You can go to parties here or take swimming lessons. In 2002, two new slides called 'The Anaconda' and 'Alligator Attack' were added. Later, in 2005, 'The Amazonian Falls' opened, which is a super-fast double slide. There are also bubbly whirlpools, water cannons, and even artificial geysers!
The Ice Caps: Skate and Slide
The Ice Caps is The Dome's unique ice skating rink. It has two different levels connected by ramps. There are also two smaller rinks. It's a huge area of ice, perfect for skating with friends or family.
Fitness Village: Get Active
The Fitness Village is one of the biggest gyms in northern England. It has over 180 pieces of equipment. You can find weights and the latest exercise machines here. It's a great place to get fit and stay healthy.
The Hall: Sports and Shows
The Hall is a big space where many events happen. It has three five-a-side football pitches. You can also find twelve badminton courts here. There's even seating that can be pulled out for big shows. The Hall used to be the home for the Doncaster Panthers basketball team. It has also hosted big darts competitions. Many famous music artists have played concerts here, including Kings of Leon, The Strokes, The 1975, and Catfish And The Bottlemen.
Past Events
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Scouting for Girls played at The Dome in 2008.
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A dinosaur exhibition at The Dome in March 2009.
See also
- Listed buildings in Doncaster (Bessacarr Ward)
