SOUL OF SPORT: The breathtaking Newmarket Gallops are world famous in racing…. ANDY HOOPER captured the thunder of hooves at sunrise as horses and riders tackle Warren Hill
- ANDY HOOPER travelled to explore the headquarters of British horseracing – the Newmarket Gallops
- The Newmarket training grounds covers 2,500 acres across the town, along with its spectacular views
Welcome back to the Soul of Sport. For our latest episode of the series, ANDY HOOPER travelled to Newmarket to explore the headquarters of British horseracing – the Newmarket Gallops. The training grounds covers 2,500 acres and, on Warren Hill in particular, you can see some of the most breathtaking views of the Suffolk town.
The grounds include an array of facilities for training thoroughbred racehorses, on turf and artificial surfaces, unequalled anywhere in the world. The training grounds also include 50 miles of turf gallops and over 14 miles of artificial tracks. They are used on a daily basis by over 3,000 horses in the care of over 85 trainers. The Newmarket Gallops are owned and managed by Jockey Club Estates. Below, our man captured the best moments using a Nikon Z9 camera used with 24-70mm lens, 70-200mm Lens and 400mm lens.
As the sun begins to rise on Warren Hill at Newmarket, the horses begin their gallop around the famous horseracing track
Silhouettes of horses and riders are seen fading into the distance as dawn breaks over the Newmarket Training Grounds
A number of jockeys make their way down the long hill and into the early morning mist as one trainer watches on from afar
One horse pokes its head out of one of the stables window, posing for a picture while soaking in the rays
One horse grazes on some grass before it heads out onto one of the many gallops that will be open on the day
Jockeys get suited and booted for a day’s ride while the horses are fed and looked after in one of the many Newmarket stables
The Newmarket Training Grounds include an array of facilities for training thoroughbred racehorses
Time to buy a new pair of jeans? A huge rip can be seen in one rider’s trousers as they continue to work hard in the stables
A map of the training ground shows just how many acres covers the town of Newmarket, which lies east of Cambridge
The breathtaking views come into focus as the sun rises over Suffolk, as jockeys head out for their early morning ride
Mail Sport was granted behind-the-scenes access to Charlie Fellowes’ (pictured) yard. The 33-year-old is seen in his office
The Newmarket Training Grounds include 50 miles of turf gallops and over 14 miles of artificial tracks
The early bird catches the worm! A number of jockeys are already out and exploring the grounds before the break of dawn
The Newmarket Gallops are used on a daily basis by over 3,000 horses in the care of over 85 trainers
It’s time to ride – horses gallop up the long straight at Newmarket with the sun blaring into their eyes as they head up the hill
A old sign shows which Gallops are open that day, as a number of riders make their way out for a day in the sunshine
That’s no zebra crossing – it’s a horse’s crossing! Jockeys make their way over one of the public roads in Newmarket
Three members of stable staff take some time out to enjoy a cup of tea and a spot of lunch before getting back to work
The Henry Cecil Open Weekend takes place on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September. It is a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes at the head quarters of British horse racing of Newmarket. 24 yards are open for the public to look around as well as equine sites including The National Stud, British Racing School, Newmarket Equine Hospital, Jockey Club Rooms, Peter O’Sullevan House, National Stud. Tickets are £15 when purchased in advance, U16 go free. Charlie Fellowes is chairman of the Open Weekend
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