- Newmarket is traditionally not a good location for food, however The Fountain Chinese Restaurant is still one of the most reliable venues. (01638 666255)
- Pub grub in the surrounding villages can be better including The Merry Monk at Isleham (01638 780900) The Dyke’s End Inn at Reach (01638 743816) and The Red Lion at Cheveley (01638 730233.)
- Maison Bleu (01284 760623) in the nearby Bury St Edmunds is very good and Midsummer House in Cambridge (01223 369299) is the nearest Michelin star you will find.
- The Bedford Lodge Hotel (01638 663175) is for many the best choice in town. It also has its own Health Club and Swimming Pool.
- The Heath Court Hotel (01638 667171) is functional.
- The Rutland Arms Hotel (01638 664251) is older but still popular.
- Hoofbeats (01638 578628) run daily tours throughout most of the year.
- The National Horseracing Museum (01638 667333.)
- Gibsons Saddlery (01638 662330) & Horse Requisites (01638 664619)
- Traditional mens and ladies clothing can be found in Golding of Newmarket (01473 298940) on the High Street.
