National Horseracing Museum

The historic racing town of Newmarket in Suffolk is home to the National Horseracing museum, housed in the buildings that were once known as the Subscription Rooms which were a focal point of Newmarket and consequently are steeped in history

Retired jockeys and trainers staff the museum, dedicated to horse racing history.

Its exhibits include the head of Persimmon, winner of the 1896 Royal Derby, and the pistol used by Victorian jockey Fred Archer to take his own life.

Visitors can learn about racing in the museum's Practical Gallery where they are allowed to tack up a model horse and dress up in silks.

And view the Sporting Art of the Dukes of Grafton exhibition.