When visiting Newmarket, it is hard to miss the impressive clock tower that marks the top of the High Street. It is easy to appreciate the obvious beauty of this wonderful piece of architecture, but surprisingly few actually know its history.
This type of clock tower is known as a ‘Jubilee Clock’ and it was originally erected to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee in 1887.
Officially opened in 1890, it was constructed by local builder Richard Arber and was paid for by the people of the town by “voluntary contribution”. The clock itself was donated by Charles Blanton, a Newmarket racehorse trainer and to this day it is wound by hand every week.
To find out more about the Clocktower and the history of the town, join us on our Walking Tour – click here.
25/04/2022
Newmarket’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations
In celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Newmarket’s Town Council has organised a splendid, three day party and everyone is invited!
11/04/2022
Become an Annual Badge Holder at Newmarket Racecourses
This week sees the long awaited return of racing at Newmarket.
04/04/2022
Out and About this Easter
Easter is a lovely time of year with the expectation of warmer weather and lots of things to do.
Dynamic, entrepreneurial, driven and quite possibly mad!
Introducing Ben Cockhill of Stellar Catering, one of Newmarket’s great Covid success stories.
31/03/2022
Suffolk Walking Festival Returns
Tickets are now on sale for The Suffolk Walking Festival as it returns for its 14th instalment after a two year absence due to Covid.
17/03/2022
You’re Welcome at the Home of Horseracing
This week we join our tourism colleagues and businesses across the country in celebrating English Tourism Week.
15/03/2022
Special Treats for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day marks a special day in the calendar as we show our mums just how much they mean to us.
04/03/2022
Meet the new chef at Wavertree Coffee House
Discover Newmarket speaks with Stuart Drake, head chef at the newly, re-opened Wavertree Coffee House.
