Family-friendly venue embracing fine/decorative art, social history, archive material and photos. Summary via Google
About National Horseracing Museum
Palace House, on Newmarket's High Street, houses the National Horseracing Museum. The site holds fine and decorative art, social history material and archive photographs related to horse racing.
A cafe operates on site, alongside a second-hand bookshop. The museum is set up for children to visit.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
What's nearby
- The Tack Room next door
- All Saints Church next door
- Starbucks Coffee next door
- TK Maxx next door
- The Golden Lion next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Visitors say this museum offers engaging exhibits on horse racing history, including opportunities to meet real racehorses and try a jockey simulator. They also highlight the friendly and knowledgeable staff, who share fascinating stories and insights. Guests mention the on-site cafe and second-hand bookshop are welcome additions.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (596 reviews)
- Good for children
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Suffolk
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.