

FOS Favourite Mad Mike Whiddett can be caught melting tyres in his incredible collection of cars (and trucks) up the hillclimb


Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.




The red & yellow of the Racecourse can be traced back hundreds of years, even captured in our stunning Stubbs paintings in the Goodwood Collection




The first public race meeting took place in 1802 and, through the nineteenth century, ‘Glorious Goodwood,’ as the press named it, became a highlight of the summer season




...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?




Whoa Simon! A horse so determined and headstrong, he not only won the 1883 Goodwood Cup by 20 lengths, but couldn't be stopped and carried on running over the top of Trundle hill



The Duke of Richmond holds the title of Duke of Richmond and Gordon. This title reflects the historical association with both the Richmond and Gordon families.









Built in 1787 by celebrated architect James Wyatt to house the third Duke of Richmond’s prized fox hounds, The Kennels was known as one of the most luxurious dog houses in the world!


For safety reasons F1 cars can no longer do official timed runs so instead perform stunning demonstrations!






A huge variety of glassware is available for each wine, all labelled by grape type to give the best flavour profile.


Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.


For the last two years, 5,800 bales have been recylced into the biomass energy centre to be used for energy generation


Spectate from the chicane at the Revival to see plenty of classic cars going sideways as they exit this infamous point of our Motor Circuit.






The oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour


Nick Heidfelds 1999 (41.6s) hillclimb record was beaten after Max Chilton in his McMurtry Spéirling fan car tore it to shreds at 39.08s in 2022!


For the last two years, 5,800 bales have been recylced into the biomass energy centre to be used for energy generation


The first ever horsebox was used from Goodwood to Doncaster for the 1836 St. Leger. Elis arrived fresh and easily won his owner a £12k bet.


Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.


The first public race meeting took place in 1802 and, through the nineteenth century, ‘Glorious Goodwood,’ as the press named it, became a highlight of the summer season












One Summer, King Edward VII turned his back on the traditional morning suit, and donned a linen suit and Panama hat. Thus the Glorious Goodwood trend was born.




King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.




The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.




Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.






Goodwood Motor Circuit was officially opened in September 1948 when Freddie March, the 9th Duke and renowned amateur racer, tore around the track in a Bristol 400


...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?


One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.






The first ever round of golf played at Goodwood was in 1914 when the 6th Duke of Richmond opened the course on the Downs above Goodwood House.


The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.





The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.


...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?


...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?



...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?



We have been host to many incredible film crews using Goodwood as a backdrop for shows like Downton Abbey, Hollywood Blockbusters like Venom: let there be Carnage and the Man from U.N.C.L.E.




Built in 1787 by celebrated architect James Wyatt to house the third Duke of Richmond’s prized fox hounds, The Kennels was known as one of the most luxurious dog houses in the world!


...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?






One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.


The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.






Built in 1787 by celebrated architect James Wyatt to house the third Duke of Richmond’s prized fox hounds, The Kennels was known as one of the most luxurious dog houses in the world!



The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.


"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto










Easy boy! The charismatic Farnham Flyer loved to celebrate every win with a pint of beer. His Boxer dog, Grogger, did too and had a tendancy to steal sips straight from the glass.


Discover all the estate has to offer — find a home-from-home, expert-led wellbeing experiences and delicious farm-to-fork dining.

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Farmer, Butcher, Chef is designed to showcase our exceptional organic, home-grown meat and bring nostalgic cooking back to life. You will travel farther than our produce.

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With its stunning surroundings, The Goodwood Hotel is the very essence of British style offering the perfect balance of award-winning food and comfortable rooms.
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Children and dogs go free and all 50+ activities are included in the price of your ticket.

The Goodwood Estate is in the heart of West Sussex and is home to the world famous Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival and Glorious Goodwood.

Goodwoof is a dog event like no other. It shares our love of all things dog and celebrates our canine companions in spectacular style, with all activities included in your ticket price.

An intoxicating mix of cars, stars and motorsport royalty come together over four superb days. The largest event of its kind, the event gathers together the planet’s rarest and most glamorous cars.

With five days of thrilling action, set against the magnificent backdrop of the rolling Sussex countryside, it's the sporting and social highlight of the flat-racing season.

The smell of engines mingles with the roar of iconic race cars as the three-day festival celebrates the halcyon days of motor racing with the accompanying glamour of 1940s, ’50s and ’60s.
Step into immersive race simulators, master the off-road course in a classic Land Rover, or relive motorsport history behind iconic saloons and GTs in the spirit of Revival Racing. Which wheel will you get behind?

We offer a wide range of unique experiences for everyone, whether it’s driving the historic circuit, taking to the skies, enjoying a game of golf a delightful afternoon tea at Goodwood House.

Channel racing legends on the historic 2.4 mile circuit, enjoy the thrill of virtual racing on the simulators or navigate off-road challenges in classic Land Rovers.

With beautiful views of the coastline and rolling hills of West Sussex and Hampshire, there can be few experiences more memorable than a flight in the skies above Goodwood.

May Half Term arrives at an interesting point in the year. The energy of spring is giving way to early summer, routines are well established and yet there’s a growing sense that everyone could benefit from a pause. In this article, we explore why unstructured time is becoming increasingly important for families, and how environments that encourage exploration and freedom can shape more meaningful experiences during the school holidays.

There’s always one. The father figure who insists he doesn’t need anything, already has everything, and would probably be quite happy with “just a card.” But Father’s Day is an opportunity to do something a little different, to move beyond the predictable and give something that lasts longer than the day itself. Not another pair of socks, but a story. A memory. A moment you’ll both still be talking about years from now.

Dogs have long been part of life at Goodwood Estate, not just as companions but as a constant presence woven into the story of the Richmond family. In honour Goodwoof, Goodwood curator, Clementine de la Poer Beresford, shares the indelible connection to the Dukes of Richmond’s and our four-legged friends.

“A swarm in May is worth its weight in hay.” It’s an old beekeeping saying, but one that perfectly captures this moment on Goodwood Estate, when the landscape is alive with movement and possibility. Across hedgerows, meadows and woodland edges, spring is reaching its peak and in the apiary, that same sense of abundance is matched by an extraordinary surge of activity, as honey bee colonies expand, divide and prepare for the season ahead.





