

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


When the 9th Duke won the Double Twelve at Brooklands in 1931 he never drove without it throughout his successful driving career.


The inaugural BARC Members' Meeting took place at Goodwood on 13th Augurst 1949.


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




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.




...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.


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




After a fire in 1791 at Richmond House in Whitehall, London, James Wyatt added two great wings to showcase the saved collection at Goodwood. To give unity to the two new wings, Wyatt added copper-domed turrets framing each façade.









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!


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






A bell under each place at the table to signal if butlers can come back in to the dining room, a guests privacy is always paramount.


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


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


Aubigny, Methuen, Torbolton and Darnley are the four teams that compete for the House Shield.


"Give me Goodwood on a summers' day and you can forget the rest."


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.


The most prestigious event in historic motorsport, the race that everyone wants to win.


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


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.


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










After the first public race meeting in 1902, 'Glorious Goodwood' became a highlight of the summer season.



After the first public race meeting in 1902, 'Glorious Goodwood' became a highlight of the summer season.


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.


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




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.


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.




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?


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 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 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.


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


Ray Hanna famously flew straight down Goodwood’s pit straight below the height of the grandstands at the first Revival in 1998



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.


...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.


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







After the first public race meeting in 1902, 'Glorious Goodwood' became a highlight of the summer season.


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 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.






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





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


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.


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


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


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

The Golf At Goodwood Invitational returned to The Downs course on Saturday 29 July in our annual event for members to invite a guest and showcase Golf At Goodwood and what the Estate has to offer.
26 members and their guests took to the course in the pairs betterball format whilst being able to try out different activities that are available to do on the estate.
Players arrived at The Kennels car park to drop off their golf bags before they were put in our unique woody buggies before the 11am shotgun start.
Whilst out on the course, there were various on-course challenges which had prizes which were supported by the wider estate. On-course activities included:
- A James Braid Lounge on the 1st with the chance for golfers to Beat James Braid
- Nearest the pin competition on the 8th
- Double pin challenge on the 12th
- Nearest the pin and Flop Shot Challenge on the 17th
- Nearest the pin in two on the 18th
Members had the chance to try out something new with team members from the Clay Shoot around to give golfers the opportunity to give Clay Shooting a trial run. For more information on the Goodwood Clay Shoot, please click here.
Once golfers had returned from the course, there was a Trackman Longest Drive competition onto the Duchess’ Paddock.
A big thank you to The Kennels for our buffet breakfast which included English Sparkling Wine from Gusbourne. There was also the opportunity to try some Goodwood produce from around the estate during their round with Goodwood cheese on the 1st and the chance to enjoy a tipple of Goodwood Beer and Goodwood Gin on the 12th.
With all of these activities on the course, there were plenty of points to be won. Congratulations to Simon Hutchin and Matthew Hutchin who won with a score of 43. Mark Lacey and Derek Power finished 2nd with a score of 42, followed by Steve Brookwell and Gill Brookwell who also had a score of 42.
Top 10 points score results as follows:
1. Simon Hutchin + Matthew Hutchin - 43 points
2. Steve Brookwell + Gill Brookwell - 42 points
3. Mark Lacey + Derek Power - 42 points
4. Brian P Saunders + Mark Tapply - 41 points
5. Daniel Sykes + Jordan Byrne - 41 points
6. Ben Pope + Mark Gordon - 40 points
7. Robin Trippick + Simon Trippick - 39 points
8. Darren Brewer + Ian Mills - 39 points
9. Rick Plowman + Peter Hill - 39 points
10. Sean Friedman + Paul Healy - 39 points
The on-course activity winners can be found below:
1st Hole - Beat James Braid - William Sutton
8th Hole - Nearest the Pin - Paul Healy
17th Hole - Nearest the Pin - Jeremy Wilkins
17th Hole - Flop Shot Challenge - Pete Ferguson
18th Hole - Nearest the Pin in Two - Gregor Myles
Thank you to everyone who took part and we look forward to seeing you next year.