

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


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.




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.








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


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.



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.









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


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






Dido is traditionally for the host, but every single room is designed with personal touches from Cindy Leveson and the Duke & Duchess of Richmond.


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


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".




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!


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


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


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".












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.


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


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




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


According to Head Butler at Goodwood House David Edney "Class, sophistication and discretion".




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


...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.


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.


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.


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



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


...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.


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.


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







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




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.




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







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!


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.


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


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


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


Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
One of the UK’s best-loved authors, Michael Morpurgo, will be at Goodwoof on Saturday 17 May talking about his latest book, ‘Cobweb’ which features a brave and wonderful corgi whose adventures are set at the end of the Napoleonic War. And to celebrate, we're challenging you to write the snappiest, most entertaining short story ever which will be judged by the celebrated author himself!
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If you’re a primary school pupil, and love to let your imagination run riot on the page, then we’ve got an amazing opportunity for you!
One of the UK’s best-loved authors, Michael Morpurgo, will be at Goodwoof on Saturday 17 May talking about his latest book, ‘Cobweb’ which features a brave and wonderful corgi whose adventures are set at the end of the Napoleonic War.
It’s a story which will keep you turning the pages to find out how Cobweb, having been separated from his beloved owner, Bethan, becomes a Drover’s Dog and makes his way all the way to London from his countryside home in Pembrokeshire – and back again. Of course, he makes friends and has many adventures on the way, and this heartwarming tale of courage and kindness is a must-have addition to any bookshelf.

So, we know what a great storyteller, Michael Morpurgo is, but are you up for the challenge of writing the snappiest, most entertaining short story ever which will be judged by the celebrated author himself? If yours is the winning tale, you will receive a family ticket to Goodwoof, meet Michael Morpurgo and be presented with the most spectacular prize. Thanks to our friends at Harper Collins Children’s Books, Sir Michael will present the winner with all the Michael Morpurgo titles that Harper Collins Children’s Books have published – that’s over 50 books for you and the same again for your school! Amazing!! Four runners up will also receive family tickets for Goodwoof on Saturday 17 May so that they can come and listen to Sir Michael talk too.
So, if that’s got you fired up and thinking about what you’re going to write about, just download the entry form here and unleash your imaginative storytelling skills.
The competition opens on February 28 and closes on March 28 with the winner and runners up announced by Monday 15 April. Please read the Terms and Conditions here.
Good luck – Michael Morpurgo can’t wait to read your stories!
‘Cobweb,’ illustrated by Michael Foreman, is available in hardback now from all good bookstores and will be released on 5 June in paperback. Copies will be on sale at the Goodwoof bookshop during the event.
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