NEWMARKET
DAY TRIPPER
Edition takes a trip to Newmarket, discovering heritage, luxury hospitality and family fun in our West Suffolk neighbour OFF TO THE RACES
K nown as the headquarters of British horse racing, there’s no question Newmarket’s ties to the ‘sport of kings’ run deep. As well as its famous racecourses – host to nine of 36 annual Group 1 races – it is also home to the UK’s largest cluster of training grounds, racehorse auctioneer Tattersalls, The National Stud and The Jockey Club – the oldest horse racing institution in the world. But look beyond the thrill of the racetrack and the rich royal history, and you’ll discover this corner of Suffolk is a place to taste the region’s finest produce, relax in top spas, see world-class art, visit an ancient market and lots more. “Many people associate Newmarket with being the home of horse racing, however it’s so much more than that,” agrees Natalie Robinson, BID manager
are aware of how it came to be in the first place. The relationship, in fact, was kindled over 400 years ago, when James I came to stay in Newmarket and deemed it the perfect place for indulging in coursing, hunting and racing horses, some of his favourite hobbies. Charles II would also find a fondness for
at Newmarket BID. “We have fantastic independent retailers alongside some unique restaurants and cafes, making the town a lovely place to spend time. “One of my favourite treasure troves in town is Kitchen & Things – an eternal source of inspiration
for a keen baker like myself!” she continues. “Or for a Friday treat, I always head to
Fantastic independent retailers
Newmarket, building a lavish palace there during his reign (you can visit what’s left of it today), which
Victor Victoria for its delicious porridge, or one of the amazing cakes and a coffee.” HOLD YOUR HORSES Anyone who lives in the vicinity of Newmarket will know the connection the town has with horse racing – but fewer
would pave the way for the beginnings of organised racing and the founding of The Jockey Club in around 1750. We recommend beginning a trip to Newmarket with a visit to the National Horse Racing Museum (NHRM),
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