Palace House, Historic racing museum in Newmarket, England
Palace House is a country mansion in Newmarket that now operates as a horse racing museum. The building holds art collections featuring works by renowned British painters and also provides space for retired racehorses in the adjoining yard.
The building stands on the ruins of a royal sporting complex from the 17th century under Charles II. In 2016 it underwent major renovation and became the permanent home of the National Horseracing Museum.
The house carries echoes of its royal residence origins in its name and design throughout the building. Visitors notice how deeply horse racing and hunting shaped the daily life and values of those who once lived here.
The different rooms flow easily from one to another, and visitors can view actual racehorses in the outdoor yard. An on-site restaurant provides food and a place to rest between exploring.
The King's Bedroom displays a remarkable collection of 18th-century paintings that document hunting and horse racing scenes. These works offer a rare window into the leisure activities of the aristocracy of that era.
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