GO BEHIND THE SCENES ON A DISCOVER NEWMARKET GUIDED TOUR

Are you a horseracing fan, a history buff, or do you just have a thirst to discover something new? Then check out Discover Newmarket’s exciting range of guided tours and experiences – they will take you to the very heart of the home of horseracing.

Discover Newmarket, the official tourism service for Newmarket and the surrounding area, hosts exclusive public tours throughout the year. It offers private, bespoke packages for individuals and groups of all sizes, too.

From watching thoroughbreds being put through their paces as the sun rises on the famous gallops, to peeping behind the scenes at a trainer’s yard, Discover Newmarket’s tours are the unrivalled way to explore the history, heritage and strong royal connections of this unique town and its 3,000 equine residents.

Visit hallowed institutions such as the Jockey Club Rooms and the magnificent parade ring at Tattersalls auctioneers. Or opt for a look around The National Stud, where more than 100 foals are born each year, and meet retired champion stallions, including the newest star resident, Stradivarius.

Learn about the sport of kings at the impressive National Horseracing Museum. Get a taste of the action by riding the racehorse simulator, just one of the amazing interactive displays here, and admire some of the nation’s finest examples of sporting art at Palace House, Charles II’s former residence. At this most unusual of museum’s, you can even watch sparks fly as the farrier goes about his work in the forge and meet former racehorses now in training for their retirement years.

For true racing aficionados, Discover Newmarket runs special tours to prestigious studs and top trainer’s yards including Dalham Hall, Juddmonte (home to the legendary racehorse Frankel), and Shadwell Stud. These very special experiences are only available on a limited number of dates throughout the year – so book early to be sure to snap up a coveted ticket.

Why not roll out the red carpet for that someone special and book a VIP Race Day Tour? You’ll take in the Gallops, visit the National Stud, enjoy brunch with bubbles, go behind the scenes at the racecourse, and round off the day with a thrilling afternoon’s racing action..

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