Residents of these new homes in Newmarket might be pleased to note that there are 12.5 acres of open space planned as part of the development, which could be used for recreational activities, such as dog walking, jogging and cycling.
For families, there’s a children’s playground next to the village playing field, less than 10 minutes’ walk from The Ferns at Kennett Garden Village. Kentford and Kennett Village Hall is situated nearby and is a popular venue for local activities.
The Bell Inn, a mile from the development, is the village’s only pub and offers a varied menu of home cooked food. Dating from the 16th century, The Bell is said to have no less than four resident ghosts.
Horses feature prominently in the local area with Newmarket being the birthplace of horse racing. The Rowley Mile and the July Course (which together make up Newmarket Racecourse), The National Stud and The National Heritage Centre for Horseracing & Sporting Art (which includes The National Horse Racing Museum) are all based in the town, welcoming thousands of visitors each year.
Other sports facilities locally include Newmarket Leisure Centre, which has two swimming pools, a sports hall, a gym and fitness studio, as well as a soft play zone for youngsters, Royal Worlington & Newmarket Golf Club, and Links Golf Club – all around 10 minutes’ drive away.
For film fans, the nearest multiplex is in Bury St Edmunds; the town is also home to the Abbeygate Cinema, which presents a varied selection of arthouse, independent and world cinema, as well as new releases, family favourites and live event screenings. Newmarket Kings Theatre and the Theatre Royal in Bury St Edmunds both stage a comprehensive programme of drama, comedy, live music, family shows and workshops throughout the year.
