Summer has finally graced us with the sunshine that we’ve all been longing for, so finding the perfect place to enjoy that ice cold drink is paramount. Whether you’re catching up with friends on a Sunday afternoon or looking for somewhere for those post work drinks on a Friday, we’ve rounded up five places in and around Newmarket that we think are a must visit!
Situated in the beautiful grounds of the National Horseracing Museum, this restaurant and bar is the perfect place to reside with friends and family. The Tack Room has both indoor and outdoor seating, where you can bask in the sunshine and admire the Kings Yard with an ice cold rosé, or be rest assured that if the British summer weather doesn’t stick around that you can still enjoy a glass of something delicious out of the elements.
The Tack Room is open Tuesday to Friday | 9am – 5pm
This beautiful pub is steeped in rich history, dating back as far as 1620 and can be found on the High Street in the small town of Soham, just five miles from Newmarket. If you’re looking for a relaxing and friendly environment to enjoy your summer evening drinks, then this is the pub for you. With a modest garden tucked to the side of the pub, it’s the perfect sun trap to enjoy those gin-based drinks, that taste that much better when the sun is shining.
Open Wednesday – Sunday (Please do check the website for their various serving times)
Found in the neighbouring city of Ely, The Sonnet Bar is the most perfect place to chill out and sip in the sun this summer. Sink into the sofas while catching up with friends and enjoy one of their many cocktail selections available. Looking for something a little different? Gather the girls and become your very own mixologist with their Cocktail Masterclasses, with prices starting from £30 per person.
The Poets House is open daily, Monday – Sunday.
Roxana Bar at Bedford Lodge Hotel – Newmarket
The Roxana Bar can be found at the beautiful Bedford Lodge Hotel. Surrounded by some of Newmarket’s most well-known trainers and equine athletes, making this the perfect place to enjoy a glass of fizz or two, after a day of exploring the Home of Horseracing. Find yourself a seat on the terrace, and spend a sunny afternoon overlooking the stunning gardens with their immaculate lawns.
The Roxana Bar is open daily, Monday – Sunday.
Newly refurbished, The Packhorse Inn can be found just outside Newmarket, in Moulton. Their drinks menu features carefully sourced wines from around the world, as well as deliciously refreshing cocktails and mocktails. Whether you’re looking for a new date night spot, or somewhere to reside on a Saturday afternoon, pull up a chair and enjoy the sunshine from their garden, with an ice-cold beverage.
Open Monday to Friday, 7.30am – 11am | Saturday to Sunday 8am – 11pm
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Lonely Planet features East Anglia as must visit place in the world 2025
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Dine out on sausages all week with our Sausage Safari!
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