

Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!


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 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?


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


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


The origins of the collection lay in the possessions of Louise de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth, and Duchess of Aubigny in France, to whom some of the paintings originally belonged.











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






Each room is named after one of the hounds documented in January 1718, including Dido, Ruby and Drummer.


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




Legend of Goodwood's golden racing era and Le Mans winner Roy Salvadori once famously said "give me Goodwood on a summer's day and you can forget the rest".




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




The Fiat S76 or "Beast of Turin" is a Goodwood favourite and can usually be heard before it is seen at #FOS


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


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










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


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


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






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 bricks lining the Festival of Speed startline are 100 years old and a gift from the Indianapolis Speedway "Brickyard" in 2011 to mark their centenary event!


The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.


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.


A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam


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






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


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.


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






The first thing ever dropped at Goodwood was a cuddly elephant which landed in 1932 just as the 9th Duke of Richmonds passion for flying was taking off.





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


...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?



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


Just beyond Goodwood House along the Hillclimb, the 2nd Dukes banqueting house was also known as "one of the finest rooms in England" (George Vertue 1747).


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!







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.




The first thing ever dropped at Goodwood was a cuddly elephant which landed in 1932 just as the 9th Duke of Richmonds passion for flying was taking off.






Just beyond Goodwood House along the Hillclimb, the 2nd Dukes banqueting house was also known as "one of the finest rooms in England" (George Vertue 1747).



The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.




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


The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.


Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.


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


Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.


Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.
Bugs and insects play vital roles in our ecosystem, from decomposing materials and recycling nutrients to pollinating crops, flowers, and trees. Beyond these essential services, they are also primary food sources for birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. The decline of insects has a cascading effect, impacting species higher up the food chain, including predators and, ultimately, ourselves.
The main drivers of insect decline include habitat loss, pesticide use, climate change, increased traffic, and pollution. A good example of the acceleration of this loss is the agricultural intensification that occurred before and during World War II, as the UK government prioritised food security. The UK government saw that the nation needed to become self-sufficient in food production. Unfortunately, this push for self-sufficiency led to increased nitrate use, intensive farming practices, and habitat destruction, severely impacting biodiversity and insect populations.
At Goodwood, the dowager Duchess Susan, a trailblazer of Britain's organic movement, has long championed pesticide-free farming. Under her influence, the estate has embraced sustainable management practices and has been proudly free of pesticide use for a great number of years.
Where appropriate, the farm has implemented several initiatives to support insects, such as creating no-mow areas, planting wildflower strips, and establishing hedge margins. The forestry team are also phasing out plastic tree guards and are using the same organic principles as the farm. Over the past three years, the forestry department has planted more than 800 meters of new hedges and as part of an ongoing project, approximately 250 meters of hedgerows are laid a year, extending their lifespan and providing crucial habitats and food sources for invertebrates.
Other areas of the estate, including the golf course, racecourse, and motor circuit, have also left 'rough' areas to offer food and shelter for insects during the summer. These measures not only support insect populations by providing food and shelter, but also help retain soil moisture, reducing the need for watering and improving overall biodiversity, making these sites more resilient to climate change.
The Motor Circuit team introduced a total of 12 new bug hotels to the site in celebration of National Insect Week in June last year. These mini sanctuaries, created by the Goodwood grounds team during the winter months, uses waste wood, leaves and branches and provide a safe haven for insects and minibeasts, supporting biodiversity and vital pollination processes.
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