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.
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.
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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The Palace House Estate is a 5-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.
The National Horseracing Museum tells 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 artifacts including silks worn by famous jockeys Lester Piggott and Frankie Dettori.
Using the latest interactive and audiovisual displays the museum also takes a different look at the sport, examining the physical attributes of the elite equine athlete and the importance of thoroughbred pedigree.Your visit will not be complete without riding a winner on our famous racehorse simulator!
Using the latest interactive and audiovisual displays the museum also takes a different look at the sport, examining the physical attributes of the elite equine athlete and the importance of thoroughbred pedigree.Your visit will not be complete without riding a winner on our famous racehorse simulator!
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. Meet the racehorses in the Rothschild Yard - get up close to the heroes of the sport, they are very friendly and love a pat!
The Tack Room Restaurant at NHRM, 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 our great selection of wines and cocktails.
The Tack Room is accessible to all the public, not just the National Horse Racing Museum ticket holders, and can be accessed via large gates on Palace Street, Newmarket.Seating accommodates up to 40 people inside and during the summer months, further tables are available in the beautiful King's Yard that once stabled Charles II's horses.
The Tack Room is accessible to all the public, not just the National Horse Racing Museum ticket holders, and can be accessed via large gates on Palace Street, Newmarket.Seating accommodates up to 40 people inside and during the summer months, further tables are available in the beautiful King's Yard that once stabled Charles II's horses.
Make sure you find out if we have any special events, talks, or demonstrations on before you visit by visiting our events page. At 11am and 2:30pm, visitors can learn about retraining a racehorse in our Behind the Scenes tours with the RoR team (included in general admission). We have a rolling special exhibition programme that occupies the Moller Gallery in Trainers House (included in general admission).
Reviews (8)
Emma Rachel
Dec 09, 2021
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Fab day out with my horse mad 12year old. Informative and fun with lots of interactive hands on activities. The highlight for us both though was chatting to Frank Conlon and going on the simulator. Such a lovely, friendly and interesting chap. Highly recommend even if you're not particularly horsey.
Amelia Fisher
Nov 20, 2021
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A great day spent at the Museum, staff were incredible. Began the day with the day in the life of tour and had a great discussion with the tour guides. Really enjoyed all parts of the museum but the guy… managing the horse simulator was amazing - told us all about his life as a jockey, having come to Newmarket at the age of 14 and was still there in his 80s and all the amazing horses he’d had the pleasure of dealing with or riding! Great day 🤩
Michelle Fisher
Nov 20, 2021
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Carol Walker
Nov 14, 2021
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A wonderful historical narrative is set out about racing, the horse and humans reliance on this beautiful animal. The science section and the gallery add to the learning which will appeal to those even without a direct connection with horses. Meeting horses in the yard is an added thrill - superbly looked after by Sue Molloy 😀
Nur Turgut
Aug 14, 2021
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Kelly Stanfill Carey
Aug 02, 2021
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Stuart Lenney
Jul 17, 2021
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Lesley-Anne Davis
Jul 03, 2021
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