

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


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








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


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





G. Stubbs (1724–1806) created some of the animal portraiture masterpieces at Goodwood House, combining anatomical exactitude with expressive details









As the private clubhouse for all of the Estate’s sporting and social members, it offers personal service and a relaxed atmosphere


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






Every single item from plates to pictures has its own home within the Lodge, with our butler (James) has his own "bible" to reference exactly what is out of place.


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.


Found on the lawn at FOS is the finest concours d'elegance in the world, where the most beautiful cars are presented


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".


Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech


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!


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!


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




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










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


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 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


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


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!


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




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


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




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


...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.


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






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



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.


A temple-folly guarded by two sphinxes, the beautiful shell house was built in 1748 with collected shells and the floor made from horse teeth.


Ensure you take a little time out together to pause and take in the celebration of all the hard work you put in will be a treasured memory.


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




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


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




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!


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



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


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






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.






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).
We've loved hearing why you have decided to support the Goodwood Estate this year and join the Goodwood Supporters' Association. Here are just a few of your Goodwood stories and fond memories.
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We've had a terrific response with our loyal visitors joining the reinvigorated Goodwood Supporters’ Association. Some of you have been kind enough to share with us your reasons why you’ve joined the GSA, so much so, we thought we’d share some of them.
Marcus Greenbrook (FELLOW-15929) has been attending a variety of Goodwood events over the years, including our early morning Breakfast Club meetings, Festival of Speed and our new cycling days at the Motor Circuit. “I have been a fan of motor racing all my life and attended the very early Festival of Speed events before they became the success they are now” he shared, including attending one very wet Festival of Speed a few years ago. “I think we all still remember that year” he added.
It wasn’t until 2019 when Marcus attended his first Revival meeting with his very good friend Gary Duncan. “Gary was also a massive fan of motor racing and attended many Goodwood events over the years too”. Gary sadly passed away in August and Marcus has “dedicated my GSA membership and paddock plaque in Gary’s name. The plaque will honour him for many years to come in one of the places he loved.”
Left: Gary Duncan next to his glorious Lotus Europa at the Goodwood Hotel. Right: Vivienne Dutton with her BWRDC bear, Mikki, who travels with her to all events.
Vivienne is a Goodwood superfan. “I joined the Goodwood Supporters’ Association as I simply love Goodwood - the cars, the events and the unique atmosphere that you don’t get anywhere else”, Vivienne tells us. She’s “a specialist marshal but I have never marshalled at Goodwood. I only ever visit Goodwood as a spectator purely because there is so much to see and do and I don’t want to miss anything”. Vivienne was keen to explain that “sometimes as a marshal, you just need to step back and remember why we do what we do and enjoy it at your leisure.” Vivienne said she “would hate to see Goodwood become yet another victim of COVID-19 and if I have helped in a small way to keep the Goodwood Estate going, that is thanks enough.”

Leo McNeir, a crime writer, got in touch with us to share how much Goodwood has played a part in his life since childhood. “I used to attend meetings at Goodwood, as well as other circuits throughout my youth,” Leo told us. “Back then, I enjoyed watching Grand Prix drivers racing in Formula 2, sports and GT cars, as well as Formula 1 machinery.” Leo witnessed drivers like Stirling Moss, Jack Brabham, Graham Hill and a host of other great talents which he still has fond memories of. “I'm not one to hark back to 'the good old days', but sometimes I miss the wide variety of cars that used to compete, which is why I love events such as the Goodwood Revival. I value the opportunity to see classic cars racing together on a classic track,” he added. “Goodwood has brought back the spirit that used to characterise motor racing.” Leo hopes that his contribution towards the GSA helps Goodwood to continue to thrive for many years to come and is looking forward to wearing his GSA pin badge with pride at future Goodwood events.
If you’d like to explore how you can support the Goodwood Estate by joining the Goodwood Supporters’ Association, click here.
If you have recently joined the GSA and would like to share your Goodwood stories with us, please get in touch at GRRC@goodwood.com.
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