Planning your visit
The National Horse Racing Museum is a five acre site in the heart of Newmarket. It comprises three complementary attractions; National Horseracing Museum in the Trainer’s House and King’s Yard Galleries, Packard Galleries of British Sporting Art in Palace House, and a chance to meet former racehorses in the flagship home of Retraining of Racehorses.
We have a restaurant, bakery and shop onsite. Visits can take from 3 hours to a full day, and sometimes even more… However, don’t worry if you can’t fit it all in in one day – upgrade your ticket to an annual pass for FREE to return as many times as you like for 12 months after purchase.
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Planning your visit
Opening times & prices
Opening times
10am – 5pm Tuesday – Sunday
Ticket Prices:
Adult: £15
Students: £8
Children: under 16 FREE
Local residents: £10
Armed Forces Covenant: £7.50
Art Fund Member: £7.50
Getting here
Travel, parking & directions
For people travelling by car there are a number of car parks in Newmarket, the two closest to the museum are Rous Road, CB8 8LX(short stay) and All Saints CB8 8ET (long stay) car parks. The museum is just a short walk from Newmarket train station and Newmarket bus station
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Our galleries
Palace House
Palace House 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
- What you’ll see HERE?
- – Packard Galleries of British Sporting Art
- – Rothschild Room
- – The King’s Bedroom
- – The King’s Sitting Room
- – The Oak Room
Kings Yard
The King’s Yard, part of the National Horseracing Museum, is an opportunity to explore behind-the scenes of the horse racing world. Your visit will not be complete without riding a winner on our famous racehorse simulator!
- What you’ll see HERE?
- – Pot8os skeleton
- – Weatherby’s Room
- – Racing Simulator
- – John McCririck Clothing
- – Breeding a British Thoroughbred
- – The Horse Comes First
- – Education, Training and Welfare
Rothschild Yard
The Rothschild Yard, built by Leopold de Rothschild in 1903, has been returned to its former glory to stable retrained racehorses. Four galleries in the yard explain the work of the Retraining of Racehorses charity and visitors will be able to meet former racehorses. Don’t forget to join one of our ‘Behind the Scenes’ tours!
- What you’ll see HERE?
- – Meet ex-racehorses
- – Four galleries
- – Behind the scenes tours
Trainers House
The main body of the museum is situated in the Trainer’s House, consisting of 5 galleries. Discover the story of horse racing from its earliest origins to the world-wide phenomenon it is today. This is explored through works of art, silver, bronzes and artefacts
- What you’ll see HERE?
- – Under Starters Orders
- – A National Passion
- – The Maktoum Gallery of the Thoroughbred
- – Gallery 6
- – Sporting Glory gallery
Peter O’Sullevan arena
The Peter O’Sullevan Arena can be hired out for lessons, clinics or for general hire throughout the year at a cost of £18 per hour for flat or £30 per hour with jumps. There is also a £10 per extra horse charge for private hire.
Bakery
The bakery, located in the King’s Yard, serves a tasty variety of baked products for you to grab n go or to enjoy in The Kings Yard including fresh bread, cakes, as well as cold and hot drinks. The bakery also features an eco-refill hub and picnic boxes, available to pre-order for your visit
Gift shop
The NHRM gift shop is the perfect place to purchase your NHRM souvenir. The shop also features a second hand bookshop, selling a range of books for all ages. You do not have to purchase a ticket to look around our shop
Tack Room
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 alfresco whilst enjoying a great selection of wines
Car parks – Rous Road
The two closest car parks to NHRM are Rous Road, CB8 8LX (short stay) and All Saints CB8 8ET (long stay) car parks. Please follow the parking signs and brown Museum signs when you reach Newmarket.
The museum can be accessed through a gate towards the back of the car park
For a map on Car Parks in Newmarket, please see the West Suffolk website here.
Car parks – All Saints
The two closest car parks to NHRM are Rous Road, CB8 8LX (short stay) and All Saints CB8 8ET (long stay) car parks. Please follow the parking signs and brown Museum signs when you reach Newmarket.
The All Saints car park is just a short walk to the museum
For a map on Car Parks in Newmarket, please see the West Suffolk website here.
While you're here
Have you thought about visiting Newmarket?
Discover Newmarket offers a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes at racing’s headquarters to learn about the fascinating history, heritage and culture of the town.
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Visiting with your family
A great way for the whole family to enjoy an educational day out. An array of events and family workshops will be held at NHRM throughout the year that will 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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Visiting with your school
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.
Visiting with a large group
With so much to see and do at our 5-acre site, the National Horse Racing 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
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