Partners
The Jockey Club has been at the heart of British Racing for over 265 years and in that time has become so much more than just a private club. It is responsible for 90 properties and 14 racecourses including Cheltenham, Aintree and Epsom. Add to this the management of over 5,000 acres of land in Newmarket and Lambourn, which comprises some of the finest training facilities in the world, and it’s no wonder that The Jockey Club’s influence enjoys a truly global reach. Read on to learn more about our Newmarket partners.
Newmarket Racecourses
Newmarket has two courses: the Rowley Mile and the July Course. During the spring and autumn months racing takes place at the Rowley Mile, which derives its name from Charles II nickname of Olde Rowley. The Rowley Mile offers the ultimate flat racing experience along the most historic stretch of turf in the entire world of sport where equine champions have been crowned for centuries. Highlights include the Guineas Festival at the start of the season, the Cambridgeshire Meeting at the end of September and the new Future Champions Day in early October.
Summer at Newmarket means the magical romance of the July Course, an oasis of sun dappled lawns, flourishing flowers and thatched roofs. The surroundings create a garden party atmosphere unlike any other racecourse, making it a summer favourite with so many people. The July Course still has world class racing though at The July Festival, when fabulous fashion combines with three days of scintillating racing to create the East of England’s answer to Royal Ascot.
Jockey Club Estates
Jockey Club Estates is The Jockey Club’s property and land management company. It is responsible for the management and administration of 4,500 acres of land at Newmarket and 550 acres of land at Lambourn. The property portfolio includes 90 properties, including the Jockey Club Rooms.
Jockey Club Estates is owned by the Members of the Jockey Club and the profits generated by the company are reinvested into improving and developing facilities under its management. The principal objectives of Jockey Club Estates are the continued development of its training grounds as centres of excellence for the training of Thoroughbred racehorses and the managing of its property portfolio, including the Jockey Club Rooms, in a commercial manner whilst protecting and promoting the Club’s values and heritage.
The National Stud
The National Stud is the only working stud farm in the UK which opens its doors to the public and offers them a unique behind the scenes look at a working thoroughbred farm. Visitors will learn about the history and purpose of The Stud as a commercial thoroughbred breeding operation and have the opportunity to meet mares, foals and stallions which include Gregorian, Acclaim and Spill The Beans.
Public tours of The Stud run daily from Wednesday to Sunday between February half-term and the end of October. Additional dates during school holidays make this the ideal day out for all the family. Private tours and large group tours are also available by advance booking. Discover Newmarket manage tours of the National Stud, visit their website here.
Palace House Newmarket
The National Horseracing Museum is a 5-acre site in the heart of Newmarket. It comprises three complementary attractions; National Horseracing Museum in the Trainer’s House and King’s Yard Galleries, the Packard Galleries of British Sporting Art in Palace House, and a chance to meet former racehorses in the flagship home of Retraining of Racehorses. There is a fabulous restaurant and gift shop on-site and visits can take from 3 hours to a full day, and sometimes even more…! However, don’t worry if you can’t fit it all in in one day – upgrade your ticket to an annual pass for free when you arrive – so you can return as many times as you like for 12 months after purchase. Find out more about The National Horseracing Museum at
Jackson Daly
Jackson Daly is a design agency working primarily for premium international hospitality and leisure clients. For over three decades, the studio has remained committed to innovation, craftsmanship, and meticulous attention to detail.
As a partner to The Jockey Club Rooms, the studio leads the design and development of the website.
Jonathan Pollock Photography
Jonathan Pollock is a London-based photographer specialising in food, drink, jewellery and still-life photography.
He created imagery featured across the website, capturing the atmosphere, craftsmanship and heritage of The Jockey Club Rooms.
Hospitality Action
Hospitality Action is a UK charity championing the wellbeing of hospitality professionals through grants, advice and specialist support services.
Hospitality Action supports the Team here at The Jockey Club Rooms.
