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!
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
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.
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto
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.
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!
4 doors in the lodge were rescued from salvage and expertly split to ensure they meet modern fire standards before being fitted.
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
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!
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.
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!
FOS Favourite Mad Mike Whiddett can be caught melting tyres in his incredible collection of cars (and trucks) up the hillclimb
Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech
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.
The red & yellow of the Racecourse can be traced back hundreds of years, even captured in our stunning Stubbs paintings in the Goodwood Collection
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.
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 Fiat S76 or "Beast of Turin" is a Goodwood favourite and can usually be heard before it is seen at #FOS
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
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 famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.
The exquisite mirror in the Ballroom of Goodwood House it so big they had to raise the ceiling to get it inside!
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.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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).
As the private clubhouse for all of the Estate’s sporting and social members, it offers personal service and a relaxed atmosphere
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.
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.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
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!
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
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.
The oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour
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
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!
What an amazing day as the much-anticipated Goodwoof presented by MARS Petcare got underway. The day began with a spectacular parade of this year’s celebrated breed, the faithful and fabulous Labrador. Over 400 tails wagged excitedly as dogs and their proud owners, made their way from Goodwood House, led by the Duke of Richmond, following the toe-tapping rhythms of the Batala drummers. The walkers funnelled between the welcoming giant Goodwoof hounds and into the event itself, ready to experience all the fun and excitement of this greatest day out for dogs.
Crowds of happy visitors have spent the day enjoying the wide range of activities, including watching incredible demonstrations, listening to fascinating talks on canine health and wellbeing, browsing the handpicked shopping outlets from the likes of Fortnum and Mason, enjoying a glass of champagne at the Taittinger champagne bar, relaxing in Literary Corner listening to well-known voices including Bill Bailey, Hugh Bonneville, Clare Balding, James Middleton and Murray Lachlan Young telling tales of canine exploits, marvelling at the incredible gun and sheepdog trials and exploring all the new additions to the much-loved Goodwoof lineup. Visitors even got to cheer much decorated Olympians Dame Laura and Sir Jason Kenny as they checked out the competitors in our very own Goodwoof Games set in the Field & Trail area. Dogs threw themselves into long jump, hurdles and the 25m Dash to see who would take top spot on the podium.
Now we can’t wait for Goodwoof Sunday when a packed day of fun begins again. Even if you’ve joined us before, there are so many new activities to get involved with this year, that you simply won’t want to miss. For instance, we’re gathering birds of a feather at our Breed Meets sessions. Here Dachshund, Labrador, Poodle and Spaniel owners can get together, compare notes and even set up doggy dates. It’s also here that our new 1km Woodland Walk begins with tarot card reading, crystal healing, forest bathing and truffle hunting sessions along the route.
Over in the Action Sports Arena, why not join celebrated illustrator, Anita Mangan’s Pawtrait classes and gather hints and tips on how to wield a pencil to best capture your hound on paper.
Barkitecture will come to a crescendo on Goodwoof Sunday as all the amazing kennels submitted by incredible architects from practices, both home and abroad, wait to see which design is chosen by the judging panel to be the overall winner. Judges this year include Kevin McCloud and Bill Bailey, and all proceeds from the Bonhams auction will go to our 2024 charity partner, Jai Dog Rescue.
Sunday offers a full line up of fascinating talks in the MARS Petcare Wellness Centre and Stage including dog behaviourist Steve Mann’s entertaining ‘How to Talk Dog’ session. The Studio, presented by Randox Health, will once again be an oasis of calm as classes in reiki, doga and Pilates suitable for dogs and owners to enjoy together unfold and cool sounds from our Ministry of Hound dancefloor will be presented by DJ Rio Frederika as dancing brother AJ and Curtis Pritchard show us their moves.
And, if like us, you’re a fan of that famous beagle, Snoopy, you’ll be delighted to find him in Beagle Scout mode (together with a charming line up of Woodstocks) next to Goodwood’s Education Centre. There you can find lots of fun activities for children (and their dogs) to do together. You can even get a Snoopy temporary tattoo in our new tattoo parlour as a stylish, but fleeting souvenir of the day.
There’s so much to enjoy at Goodwoof tomorrow. You really won’t want to miss out. Tickets are available online now, or you can buy directly on the gate when you arrive, if that’s easier.
And, don’t forget, with plenty of free parking, a Bark & Ride shuttle service to take you to the heart of the action, all activities included in the price and children 12 and under going free, there’s no better way to spend a Sunday.
We’ll see you here tomorrow!