The Jockey Club Rooms - Newmarket (Suffolk)

Historic private club hotel in Newmarket with exclusive access to equestrian heritage

Amenities

The Jockey Club Rooms offers secure on-site parking and electric vehicle charging stations. Guests have access to a private members' bar and a terrace overlooking manicured gardens. The property provides 24-hour front desk service, daily housekeeping, and meeting/banquet facilities for corporate clients.

Rooms

The Jockey Club Hotel provides deluxe double rooms with private bathrooms and one-bedroom suites like the Kings Suite. Rooms include a flat-screen TV, a kettle, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Some rooms offer garden views, and the Kings Suite has a private lounge and dining table.

Dining

Breakfast at the Jockey Club Rooms is served in the historic coffee room and offers à la carte, continental, or Full English/Irish options. The breakfast menu includes dishes like scrambled eggs with smoked salmon and eggs Royale, using fresh local produce. The dining room is decorated with fine china and silverware, and the bar offers a selection of drinks in a private members' setting.

History & Art

The Jockey Club Rooms houses a collection of equine art, including hundreds of portraits of horses and human figures, and a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II presented by the Jockey Club. The building, constructed in 1750, contains trophies like the Eclipse Foot presented to the Jockey Club in 1852. Guests can request a tour of the rooms from staff, who share knowledge about the paintings and racing history.

Location & Parking

The Jockey Club Newmarket is located on the high street, a 30-minute walk from the Rowley Mile racecourse and close to the National Heritage Centre. The hotel offers free private parking with electric vehicle charging stations and secure gated access. Cambridge is a 30-minute drive away, and London Stansted Airport is 56 km from the property.

• History: 18th-century building with equine art collection and racing memorabilia
• Rooms: Deluxe doubles, Kings Suite with private lounge, and one-bedroom suites
• Dining: Breakfast in the historic coffee room with fresh local produce
• Parking: Free on-site parking with electric vehicle charging stations
• Location: Newmarket high street, 30-minute walk from Rowley Mile racecourse