The National Horseracing Museum is a 5-acre site in the heart of Newmarket.
The site is made up of National Horseracing Museum in the Trainer’s House and King’s Yard Galleries, the Packard Galleries of British Sporting Art in Palace House, and a chance to meet former racehorses in the Rothschild Yard. So much more than a museum!
We have a fabulous restaurant and gift shop on-site and visits can take from 3 hours to a full day, and sometimes even more…! Don’t worry if you can’t fit it all in in one day – upgrade your ticket to an annual pass for FREE when you get here. You can then return as many times as you like for 12 months after purchase!
PLEASE NOTE: The National Horseracing Museum is not open on Mondays, other than Bank Holidays.
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Tack Room Situated in the King’s Yard and Trainer’s House, the National Horseracing Museum tells the story of horseracing from its earliest origins to the world-wide phenomenon it is today. Using the latest interactive and audio visual displays the museum takes a different look at the sport, examining the physical attributes of the elite equine athlete and the importance of thoroughbred pedigree.
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Palace House Newmarket occupies the last remaining part of King Charles II’s sporting palace and stables, providing an exciting attraction which is steeped in history. Paintings by George Stubbs and Sir Alfred Munnings rub shoulders with works from John Singer Sargent and John Wootton, showcasing the finest British Sporting Art from around the UK.
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Meet former racehorses and find out how racehorses are retrained to riding horses as our friendly staff walk and talk you through their routine. Every day the ‘Behind the Scenes’ RoR tour is different. While you will always see a horse being ridden in the Peter O’Sullevan Arena, there may be different disciplines on display.
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The Tack Room Restaurant features the best of British produce, showcasing seasonal and local produce where possible. Throughout the summer, the outdoor terrace in the Kings Yard provides the perfect space to dine al fresco whilst enjoying our great selection of wines and cocktails.
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We are thrilled to be recognised as a leading attraction but don't just take our word for it - below is a selection of some of our most recent awards and quotes from some happy visitors.
We are delighted to announce that we were awarded the VisitEngland Gold Accolade in October 2024, for the fourth year running! This makes NHRM one of just four venues in the East of England to be awarded Gold status, and one of 30 in the whole of the country. Huge congrats to the team here - this couldn't have been achieved without everyone who works here!
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In October 2022, NHRM was shortlisted for 'Large Museum of the Year' at the Suffolk Museum of the Year awards and were proud runners-up, having received the Highly Commended prize. The annual awards, hosted by the Association for Suffolk Museums, celebrate the achievements of museums within the county of Suffolk.
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Each year Tripadvisor celebrates those attractions that consistently deliver amazing experiences with the prestigious Travellers Choice Award. We are thrilled to announce that this year we are one of the recipients, putting NHRM in the top 10% of global attractions! This is testament to the hard work that goes on here behind-the-scenes from our paid staff, keen volunteers and dedicated trustees.
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In May 2022 the National Horseracing Museum was announced Winner in the Art Galleries & Museums category at the Eastlife Awards 2022. As with all of our awards we couldn't have achieved this level of success without our dedicated teams here. This award was voted for by the public, making this one a little bit more special!
Find Out MoreAre you looking to come to the National Horseracing Museum with a group? Read on below to find out more about what we can do for you...
A great way for the whole family to enjoy an educational day out. A range of events and family workshops are held at NHRM throughout the year. These give families a fun opportunity to explore the collections, learn about the royal connection of the site, interact with the horses and much more.
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NHRM offers a unique and educational venue for school visits. With a diverse range of links to the National Curriculum, groups can have fun and learn through our curriculum-linked workshops and activities. We also welcome self-led visits and are happy to assist with highlighting relevant themes within the galleries.
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With so much to see and do at our huge indoor and outdoor site, the National Horseracing Museum offers a great day out for group visits. Find out what is on offer for groups of 15+ who would like to visit the museum at a discounted price. There is a coach park on-site, however space is limited so please book in advance.
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