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13 Best and Fun Things To Do In Newmarket, England


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This renowned market town located in Suffolk, eastern England, is revered as the originating place of thoroughbred horse racing.

It also has a number of upscale shops and restaurants, as well as some fascinating museums and art galleries.

Overall, it is a good place to visit if you want to see some English countryside, or if you have a passion for horses.

Those looking to experience the beauty of the natural surrounds should head to the Wicked Fen Nature Reserve, one of the oldest nature reserves in the whole of Britain.

Here, you can observe the diverse number life forms that inhabit the area, with opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife viewing year-round.

Of course, any visit to Newmarket would not be complete without stopping at the National Horse Racing Museum, which has a large number of exhibits detailing the history of the sport.

The museum also hosts a number of festivals throughout the year, such as Party at the Palace, a living history event that includes re-enactments, period costumes, live music, and dancing.

Want to know more? Continue reading for a comprehensive list of all there is to do in this charming English town

The 13 Most Popular Things To Do In Newmarket, England

13. Soham Bypass Lake

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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12. Dalham Hall

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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Location: The Bungalow Dalham Newmarket

11. Pauline’s Swamp

4.6 ★★★★★ (9 reviews)

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Location: Burwell Cambridge

Web Address:   https://paulines-swamp.org/

10. Kirtling Towers

4.8 ★★★★★ (12 reviews)

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Location: Kirtling Newmarket

Web Address:   https://kirtlingandupend.org/wp/

9. Chippenham Fen

3.6 ★★★★☆ (14 reviews)

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Location: Park Farm Cottage Snailwell Rd. Chippenham Fordham Ely

Tel:  1638-721329

8. Chippenham Park Gardens

4.7 ★★★★★ (262 reviews)

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Location: Chippenham Hall Chippenham Park Newmarket

Tel:  1638-721416

Web Address:   http://chippenhamparkgardens.co.uk/

7. The National Stud

4.5 ★★★★★ (49 reviews)

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Location: The National Streetud Newmarket

Tel:  1638-663464

Web Address:   http://nationalstud.co.uk/

6. Moulton Packhorse Bridge

4.4 ★★★★☆ (83 reviews)

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Location: Bridge Street Moulton Newmarket

Tel:  370-333-1181

Web Address:   http://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/moulton-packhorse-bridge/

5. Burwell Museum and Windmill

4.8 ★★★★★ (89 reviews)

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Location: Mill Cl Burwell Cambridge

Tel:  1638-605544

Web Address:   https://burwellmuseum.org.uk/

4. National Horse Racing Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (399 reviews)

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Location: Palace Street Newmarket

Tel:  1638-667314

Web Address:   https://nhrm.co.uk/

3. WildTracks Outdoor Activity Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (757 reviews)

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Location: Chippenham Road Kennett Newmarket

Tel:  1638-751918

Web Address:   http://wildtracksltd.co.uk/

2. Newmarket Rowley Mile Course

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,439 reviews)

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Location: Foremans Office Rowley Mile Racecourse Cambridge Rd. Newmarket

Tel:  1638-675500

Web Address:   https://thejockeyclub.co.uk/newmarket/

1. National Trust – Wicken Fen Nature Reserve

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,886 reviews)

Location: 34 Lode Ln Wicken Ely

Tel:  1353-720274

Web Address:   https://nationaltrust.org.uk/wicken-fen-nature-reserve

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Newmarket, England! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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