We’ve got a new face in the Discover Newmarket office with Nick Gordon having joined the team in his role as Marketing Executive.
With a strong communications background having written for one of South Africa’s leading daily newspapers for several years, Nick now calls Newmarket home. Before relocating from Johannesburg, Nick worked in a public relations and communications role within horseracing, picking up brand and marketing experience along the way.
“I am thrilled to have joined the Discover Newmarket team and I am excited by the challenge that awaits to keep up the good work that’s already been done and building on that platform to make Discover Newmarket stand out as a brand and spreading the message about who we are and what we offer.”
Among his favourite things to do in Newmarket is stopping in at Tattersalls whenever there’s a sale on. “There’s something electric about the atmosphere in the sales ring and being able to soak it all up is fantastic. It’s always interesting to see how the world’s leading bloodstock players go about their business and then battle it out to secure their purchases.
“I think that’s why I count the Tattersalls Tour as a must-do attraction for visitors,” Nick, who hails from a racing family with a jockey father and trainer uncle, adds.
As a keen racing follower, he’s always kept an eye on British racing, being able to experience life in Newmarket and all that the historic Home of Horseracing has to offer has been a big eye-opener and thrill.
“Being able to work in racing here, in any sort of capacity, has been a life goal and I’m chuffed to be in a position where I can use some of my strengths to contribute,” said Nick.
Away from work life Nick is an avid but average golfer. He also enjoys photography, walking his dogs on Warren Hill, working on his blog, and travelling.
14/05/2024
Ely Cathedral’s Latest Exhibition – Am I My Brother’s Keeper
Newmarket’s neighbouring city Ely, is playing host to more than 25 hand painted figures, with the latest exhibition, ‘Am I My Brother’s Keeper’ by British artist and sculptor Sean Henry, to be situated at the magnificent grounds of Ely Cathedral
These life like figures, varying from 38cm to 3m in height, capture the human form with compassion, whilst depicting the emotions, struggles and joys that define us.
02/05/2024
Nijinsky’s 2000 Guineas
In our latest blog by Stephen Wallis of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen reviews Nijinsky’s win in the 1970 2000 Guineas with the help of Brian Jago, who rode 5th placed Joshua.
30/04/2024
The going’s good in Newmarket this spring and summer
The excitement’s mounting at Newmarket, which has set a thrilling pace for the 2024 racing season.
08/04/2024
Discover Newmarket Enters New Partnership with National Horseracing Museum
Discover Newmarket will manage Visitor Services on behalf of the National Horseracing Museum in an exciting new partnership agreed last week.
18/03/2024
The Story of The Tin Man
Retiring as a living legend at the National Stud
Since arriving at the National Stud in April 2022, this retired legend is most definitely a firm favourite amongst our tour attendees.
06/03/2024
Easter Activities in and around Newmarket
With Easter just around the corner, there’s the promise of warmer weather and the chance to celebrate over the long weekend, is in sight.
29/02/2024
Time called for long-standing employee, Alan Grimwood, at Corney and Barrow
Alan is a familiar face to many in and around Newmarket as he drives the Corney and Barrow branded, red van delivering wines and spirits.
19/02/2024
Ely Cathedral: A Celebration of Bridal Gowns Exhibition
Just a stones throw away from Newmarket, Ely Cathedral is highly regarded by historians and architects from all over the world for its beauty and size.