

From 2005 to present there has been a demonstration area for the rally cars at the top of the hill


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 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




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


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!


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


The exquisite mirror in the Ballroom of Goodwood House it so big they had to raise the ceiling to get it inside!









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!








Many items came from Gordon castle in Scotland when it left family ownership, coming out from storage exclusively for Hound Lodge.




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!


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


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


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!


From 2005 to present there has been a demonstration area for the rally cars at the top of the 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


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.










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


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.






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.


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.








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


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.


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.


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.


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.


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!







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









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


A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam




A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam




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


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


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
Back by popular demand, award-winning Sussex eateries are set to return to the Double Trigger restaurant for the 2026 horseracing season at Goodwood Racecourse. Named in honour of the three-time Goodwood Cup winner Double Trigger, with the restaurant overlooking the Horse Walk.
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Season Opener
Students at Chichester College will kick off the Double Trigger takeovers at Season Opener (1 May). Goodwood and Chichester College already partner throughout the year, with estate chefs providing mentoring and real time experience for students. Goodwood Racecourse is delighted to welcome local students and provide the team with experience of hosting guests on a busy raceday.
On the second day of Season Opener (2 May), Goodwood’s flagship restaurant, Farmer, Butcher, Chef, will be championing seasonal spring produce, creating mouth-watering dishes for guests to savour.
May Festival
After receiving outstanding reviews at last year’s Autumn Racing fixtures, Stone & Skillet will return to Double Trigger for May Festival (22 and 23 May). The celebrated wood-fired kitchen duo, Craig Holden and Pippa Grundy, will be serving a decadent menu using fresh and local ingredients.
Stone & Skillet Events Manager, Pippa Grundy, said: “We had the pleasure of joining the guest restaurants list at Goodwood Racecourse last year. The combination of sporting excellence, vibrant atmosphere and elegant setting makes for a wonderful experience, both for guests and our team. We’re thrilled to be returning for May Festival, contributing to what will no doubt be an unforgettable weekend at the racecourse.”

Three Friday Nights
Street food eatery The Ghost at The Feast is also returning for Three Friday Nights (5, 12 and 19 June). The Chichester food hall will showcase its diverse range of eateries, giving racegoers plenty of choice before they head out onto the dancefloor. Double Trigger Restaurant will be walk-in only for Three Friday Nights, with Gordon Enclosure guests able to access the restaurant after the last race of the day.
Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar & August Bank Holiday Racing
Goodwood’s in-house team will welcome guests to Double Trigger throughout Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar (28 July - 1 August), and August Bank Holiday racing (28 - 30 August).
Season Finale
Rounding off the flat racing season, Goodwood Art Foundation’s Café 24 will offer a menu celebrating seasonality, provenance and place at Season Finale (11 October). Café 24 opened at the Goodwood Art Foundation in 2025 and offers a small plates menu showcasing seasonal and foraged ingredients alongside organic produce from Goodwood’s Home Farm.
Tables for Double Trigger, overlooking the Horse Walk, can be booked for all 19 highly anticipated fixtures - here.
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