This week we join our tourism colleagues and businesses across the country in celebrating English Tourism Week. This national annual event, running from 18th to 27th March, is organised by Visit England and highlights the importance, value and vast contribution that the tourism sector makes to the UK economy. Newmarket welcomes nearly 2 million visitors each year and the economic value of tourism to the town is in excess of £75 million.
The theme for this year’s English Tourism Week is “You’re Welcome” sending the message that everyone working in tourism is ready and willing to welcome visitors back and, are working hard to do so.
As the official tourism organisation for Newmarket, the team at Discover Newmarket, is certainly ready to welcome our domestic and international visitors once again to our area. We will be supporting the national campaign across our socials this week, highlighting our wonderful and unique tourism offer.
Internationally renowned as the British home of horseracing, we have a wealth of experiences for visitors to enjoy. Without a doubt, the best way to find out all about this historic town is to book onto one of our guided tours. These experiences will take you to the hallowed training grounds, behind the scenes at a trainer’s yard, into some of the most prestigious studs in the country as well as into Tattersalls Sales Ring and the Jockey Club Rooms. Not forgetting of course the Races where we can provide a VIP experience by taking you into areas not normally available to the public.
However, you do not have to be a racing fan or horse lover to enjoy time in Newmarket. The town is rich in history and has strong royal connections that goes back centuries. So, a visit to the National Horseracing Museum or a Racing Royalty Walking Tour will provide you with a wealth of fascinating knowledge as you find out just how this relatively small town became the headquarters of British horseracing.
With amazing accommodation and wonderful eateries make sure Newmarket is on your must visit list this year and come and Discover Newmarket in 2022.
21/11/2023
Six ways to get in the Christmas spirit
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas, especially in Newmarket where we’ve been busy planning festive fun for everyone.
14/11/2023
Five of the tastiest afternoon teas
On a brisk autumn day, there are few better ways to get cosy than with a piping hot cup of tea.
07/11/2023
We are hiring!
THIS POSITION HAS NOW CLOSED.
Job Opportunity: Marketing Executive
Discover Newmarket is the official tourism body for Newmarket and the surrounding area.
06/11/2023
Everyone’s welcome in Newmarket
We’re working hard to make Newmarket a more inclusive and accessible place – we want everyone to have a fantastic time in the home of horseracing.
02/11/2023
Newmarket Christmas Lights Switch On!
Join us for this year’s ‘Christmas Lights Switch On’ on Friday 17th November, with the fun starting at 4.30pm!
20/10/2023
Dine out on sausages all week with our Sausage Safari!
In celebration of Newmarket’s annual Sausage Festival on Saturday 4th November, some of our wonderful cafes and restaurants will be serving specially created sausage dishes on their menus during the preceding week (28th October to 4th November).
16/10/2023
Discover Newmarket is recruiting!
PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION HAS NOW CLOSED
Sales and Tours Co-ordinator
Discover Newmarket is the official tourism body for Newmarket and the surrounding area.
11/10/2023
The Annual Newmarket Sausage Festival is Back!
From royalty to the hard-working groom, sizzling Newmarket Sausages are every race-goer’s favourite, and to mark the long-tradition of this award-winning street food, the annual Newmarket Sausage Festival returns for the second year on Saturday 4 November.
