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4. Have a flutter on the gee gees — Newmarket

Racecourse

Giddy up, and get to Newmarket. Image: Newmarket Racecourse

Train to Newmarket

Horses are such an integral part of Newmarket that it's not unusual to see town centre traffic held
up by long lines of them crossing the road (with riders, I might add). Newmarket Racecourse has

been in action since 1636, and was particularly beloved of Charles II, who was often seen
cavorting around here on a horse — their respective manes flowing in the breeze. Various race

events throughout the season encourage you to don fascinator/top hat, and put down a fiver on
the steed with the silliest name. They also put on concerts at the track (names for summer 2022
include Paloma Faith, The Wombats and Pete Tong). And visit the National Horse Racing

Museum in town, to gen up on your gee gees. Newmarket Racecourse, various prices