Skellow
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Skellow is a small village in the north of Doncaster that runs parallel to the A1 (Great North Road).
Today, it merges with nearby Carcroft and there is little to distinguish where one begins and the other ends. Visitors to Skellow will notice few remains from the coalmining industry (there are a few winding wheel relics at Bullcroft) and may be surprised by the large open spaces and attractive countryside. There is a sizeable former council housing estate which is in a good state of repair on the whole and several Local clubs (formerly Working Men's Clubs and the like) in which to regularly experience live music. Many people in this area are unemployed and in receipt of incapacity benefits, something which the government is looking to change. Overall there is still a sense of community with residents knowing their neighbours and those that live around them.
The area approaching the A1 from the direction of Doncaster is characterised by detached bungalows and newer large housing. Locals refer to this area as "over the bridge" to distinguish it from the former council estate. This area approaches the hamlet of Burgwallis and more farmed countryside. Burgwallis' claim to fame is as the home of Catholic Martyr, John Anne who lived in the Hall there which became a Nunnery and is now an elderly residence.
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