Newmarket’s Rowley Mile Racecourse is a fantastic horseracing facility, hosting some of the most important flat races in the world. However, the futuristic design of its impressive grandstand belies its significant military past.
During World War II, the Rowley Mile Racecourse was an official RAF Bomber Command Airbase and the town played host to a number of RAF and USAF squadrons.
There was also a second airfield in nearby Snailwell which played a training role for Polish and Belgian air forces. Although no longer in military use, The Rowley Mile airfield is still operates to this day, albeit just for light aircraft… and certainly not on a race day!
Learn more about this brilliant racecourse on our Race Day Tour – click here.
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20 Things to do in Newmarket in 2020
We’ve put together a list of 20 things to during a visit to Newmarket in 2020.
12/12/2019
Think Newmarket for Christmas gift experiences
Take the stress out of finding the perfect gifts for friends and family this Christmas with a selection of special Newmarket experiences.
25/11/2019
A Taste of Christmas in Newmarket
A ‘Taste of Christmas’ market will be held in Newmarket this December! Memorial Gardens set as the destination for a magical market.
29/10/2019
Royalty, Racing & Reputation
George IV is one of British history’s most fascinating – and misunderstood – figures. Now, a new exhibition at Palace House in Newmarket will explore George’s legacy as not only a great patron and collector of art, but also as prominent and, at times controversial, patron of horse racing.
For one night only – the Making Magical Memories Christmas event is back for 2019!
28/10/2019
Purple Tuesday in Newmarket
Newmarket Town Council, the Guineas Shopping Centre and Love Newmarket BID are working together to promote Purple Tuesday in Newmarket.
08/10/2019
Junior Guide takes the reins at The National Stud
An Essex schoolgirl has hosted part of a tour at The National Stud after winning the chance to be a Junior Tour Guide in a Discover Newmarket competition.
03/10/2019
Halloween happenings in and around Newmarket
It’s the time of the year where the trees are changing colour and there’s a chill in the air.
