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Our 5 acre site, consisting of three complementary attractions also features a gift and book shop, bakery, restaurant and a 70 x 35m outdoor arena….
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. We have a fabulous restaurant and gift shop onsite and visits can take from 3 hours to a full day, and sometimes even more…!
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!
– Pot8os skeleton
– Weatherby's Room
– Racing Simulator
– John McCririck Clothing
– Breeding a British Thoroughbred
– The Horse Comes First
– Education, Training and Welfare
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!
– 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
– 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.
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
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
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 All Saints car park is just a short walk to the museum
National Horse Racing Museum
Experience the thrill and excitement of racing
The National Horseracing Museum tells the story of horseracing from its earliest origins to the world-wide phenomenon it is today. This is explored through works of art, silver, bronzes and artefacts including silks worn by famous jockeys Lester Piggott and Frankie Dettori. Using the latest interactive and audio visual 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!
A celebration of art through sport
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 showcase the finest British sporting art from around the UK.
Flagship home of Retraining of Racehorses
Meet ex-racehorses in the Rothschild Yard
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 working in the Peter O'Sullevan Arena there may be different disciplines on display.
A true family day out, with three attractions and live horses
Tack Room Restaurant
Featuring the best of British seasonal and local produce
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 our great selection of wines and cocktails
NHRM Gift and Book Shop
Purchase your NHRM souvenir
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.
NHRM Bakery
The perfect place to grab something quick and delicious to eat
Located in the King's Yard, the bakery, ran by Stellar Catering, serves a selection of pastries, cakes, cold and hot drinks. The bakery also features an eco refill hub and picnic boxes, available to pre-order for your visit
More than a museum, an impressive venue for any event
Situated in a royal palace and stables, the National Horse Racing Museum offers an impressive venue for any event. From parties and celebrations, to weddings, meetings and conferences, and community events, we have an array of spaces to cater for any event.