

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


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


The early Members' Meetings were held for BARC Members, there were 71 between 1949 and 1966.


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




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




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


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.


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




Head Butler David Edney has worked at Buckingham Palace taking part in Dinner Parties for the then Duke of Richmond and the Queen.











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






Hound lodge is one of our wonderful lcoations designed by Cindy, whose incredible eye for detail can be seen in every inch.








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




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


Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.


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


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


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.


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










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 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 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.


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


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




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?


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 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.


...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.


Estate milk was once transformed into ice-creams, bombes, and syllabubs, and the Georgian ice house still stands in the grounds in front of Goodwood House.


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


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




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




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




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



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


Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.


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.


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


Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.


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.
Goodwood Racecourse’s headline summer fixture, Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar, returns in 2026 from 28 July - 1 August with Early Bird tickets and hospitality packages now on sale at goodwood.com.
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Set against the stunning backdrop of the South Downs, Goodwood Racecourse promises another exhilarating season of racing, hosting 19 race days from May through to October. The 2026 season features something for every racegoer - from relaxed afternoons to headline events like the world-famous Qatar Goodwood Festival and the vibrant Three Friday Nights.
Affectionately known as Glorious Goodwood, the five-day spectacle steeped in history made headlines in 2025, with 150-1 shock winner Qirat beating favourite Field Of Gold and holding off Rosallion to be crowned the £1million Visit Qatar Sussex Stakes champion. Jason Hart’s celebrations aboard JM Jungle were a sight to behold as the five-year-old won his first Group race in the King George Qatar Stakes. Scandinavia claimed the first Group 1 of the festival week in the Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup and Whirl proved herself as a top filly in the Qatar Nassau Stakes.
Ladies Day got off to a glamourous start with Markel Magnolia Cup jockeys wearing colourfully patterned racing silks designed by RIXO, which was also our Talent in Fashion Award winner. The 2025 edition of the charity race was won by Markel International underwriter Sophie Forsyth and raised a record-breaking £834,170 for The King’s Trust International’s Project Lehar.

Early bird tickets for Qatar Goodwood Festival are available, with enclosures and hospitality packages to suit all groups for a memorable day out. Pricing starts at just £21 for the Lennox Enclosure and £47 for the Gordon Enclosure.
Richmond Enclosure access during the Qatar Goodwood Festival is exclusively available to Goodwood Horseracing Club members. Membership includes admission for the entire season. For 2026, Goodwood Racecourse is delighted to offer a new membership tiering system with the creation of a Young Person’s Membership – enquire here.
Members enjoy a host of exceptional benefits, including access to the Annual Members’ Bar, invitations to social events such as the Regency Ball and Christmas Ball, behind-the-scenes tours, as well as the opportunity to purchase tickets for friends and family.

Racegoers can now book hospitality for all 19 race days at Goodwood Racecourse and can choose from leading local guest restaurants in The Double Trigger, to dining at The Secret Garden at Qatar Goodwood Festival or The Final Furlong.
Ticket availability and further details of Goodwood’s 2026 racing calendar will be announced in the New Year.
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