NEWMARKET
There’s a calendar of special events and exhibitions – meaning there is always something to discover
which traces the story of horse racing and Newmarket’s important role in it through hundreds of years, showcasing sculptures, paintings, jockey silks, trophies and other artefacts. As well as the permanent collection (and a racehorse simulator!), it has a calendar of special events and exhibitions – meaning there is always something new to discover. This summer, don’t miss The Urban Frame: Mutiny in Colour , which runs concurrently at three exhibition spaces in West Suffolk, visiting the NHRM between 3 June and 1 October. One of the UK’s largest ever modern art exhibitions, it’s a chance to see works from trailblazing artists such as Banksy, Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin, displaying some pieces never exhibited before. It wouldn’t be a trip to Newmarket without a visit to the racecourses to catch the gee-gees in full gallop – and there’s plenty coming up to tempt you into a flutter. Major events of the season include The Guineas Festival (5-7 May), The July Festival (13-15 July) and Dubai Future Champions Festival (13-14 October), plus there’s the family-friendly Summer Saturdays to check out, which offer a host of entertainment for kids alongside the action playing out on the track. Also hugely popular are Newmarket Nights – a chance to catch big names like Olly Murs (18 August) and Bastille (30 June) perform as the sun sets after a busy day of racing.
NEWMARKET ON A PLATE If there’s one delicacy Newmarket is known for, it’s sausages. The town is home to three prestigious producers – Musk’s, Powters and Eric Tennant Butchers – each using their own closely guarded recipe and inspiring a football fan-like level of loyalty for their bangers. Everyone in Newmarket knows which team they support, and party lines are rarely crossed (or so it seems). Made with top-quality Suffolk pork and a perfectly honed blend of herbs and spices, these prized sausages are sold around the
RACE DAY Visit Newmarket this year to watch the horses in action, or come along for the ride at the National Horse Racing Museum, where you can test out your skills as a jockey on the racehorse simulator
A fixture of life in the town for over 800 years, Newmarket’s bustling market is one of the oldest in Suffolk. It pitches up on the high street on Tuesdays and Saturdays, selling essentials like fruit, veg, eggs and cheese, as well as homemade cakes, jewellery and crafts. In addition to the weekly markets, look out for the special themed offerings that are held throughout the year and include the popular Makers Market. CORNERING THE MARKET
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