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Secrets of Newmarket

Beyond the thundering hooves and the morning mist of the Gallops, Newmarket hides a legacy etched in stone, soil, and high-society secrets. While the world watches the finish line, the true character of the town lies in its forgotten landmarks and the hidden chapters of its 350-year evolution.

From the military history of the Rowley Mile to the ancient mystery of Devil’s Dyke, this collection peels back the curtain on the “Secrets of Newmarket.” Discover the humble beginnings of global institutions, the exclusive sanctuaries of the High Street, and the eccentric heritage that built the undisputed Home of Horseracing.

Devil’s Dyke: A Little Known Landmark

From Woodditton, south of Newmarket to Reach just north of the town, runs an ancient forgotten landmark: Devil’s Dyke.

The Importance of the Newmarket Gallops

With a history of over 350 years, and playing host to the first ever horserace under written rules, the Newmarket Gallops sit at the very heart of horseracing, and as a result have survived centuries of threats unscathed.

Jockey Club Rooms – More Than Just a Members’ Club

The Jockey Club Rooms, based on Newmarket’s High Street, is arguably one of the most exclusive clubs in the country, however, the venue is so much more than just a members’ club.

Palace House by Name, Palace House by Nature

Palace House in Newmarket is now the home of the Fred Packard Galleries and houses a collection of some of the greatest sporting art in the world. However, the building itself was not always an art gallery, as its name might suggest.

Tattersalls’ Humble Beginnings

Read about Richard Tattersall's modest beginnings before going on to establish the largest bloodstock auctioneers in Europe, handling 15 sales and 10,000 thoroughbred horses every year.

The Home of Horseracing and the Birth of a Sport

Newmarket’s Town Plate is widely recognised as the first recorded horserace in history to be run with a specific set of rules and therefore it is regarded as the birth of modern organised horseracing.