

For safety reasons F1 cars can no longer do official timed runs so instead perform stunning demonstrations!


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".




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 red & yellow of the Racecourse can be traced back hundreds of years, even captured in our stunning Stubbs paintings in the Goodwood Collection




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


The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.


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



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











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






Each room is named after one of the hounds documented in January 1718, including Dido, Ruby and Drummer.






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


Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style


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!


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


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.














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


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.


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


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


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


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 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.


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






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


The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.



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


...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.


David Edney, head Butler dons a morning suit "and a smile" every day and has been woking at Goodwood for over 25 years!


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.







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






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.





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


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


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.


4 doors in the lodge were rescued from salvage and expertly split to ensure they meet modern fire standards before being fitted.


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


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).

Gentlemen (and boys aged 16 and over) are required to wear a suit jacket, long sleeved collared shirt and a tie, along with full-length trousers, to all 19 racedays. Women should wear smart attire, suitable for a day at the races. For the warmer fixtures think summer garden-party: a floaty, floral dress, or an elegant top and trouser/skirt combination. For the cooler racedays, dress for the weather by layering up. A tweed jacket paired with boots is the perfect combination to keep you warm.
Sportswear and fancy dress is not permitted.
Children should also dress in smart attire. Boys aged 7-15 years are asked to wear a long sleeved collared shirt (no polo shirts). The dress code is not applicable to children under 7 years.

The Gordon Enclosure has no formal dress code outside of Qatar Goodwood Festival, however, many racegoers in this enclosure do still dress in smart attire for their day at the races.
During Qatar Goodwood Festival, all racegoers are encouraged to dress in a smart and elegant way, bringing a sense of style suited to the occasion of racing at Goodwood.
This dress code applies to the following areas within the Gordon Enclosure: Sussex Roof Garden and Sussex Lounge Club.

The Lennox is our most relaxed enclosure and has no formal dress code. We would encourage comfortable clothing suitable for enjoying a picnic with friends and family at the world’s most beautiful Racecourse.

Hospitality guests must follow the dress code for the Richmond Enclosure: Gentlemen are required to wear a suit jacket, long sleeved collared shirt and a tie to all 19 racedays. Women should wear smart attire, suitable for a day at the races. For the warmer fixtures think summer garden-party: a floaty, floral dress, or an elegant top and trouser/skirt combination. For the cooler racedays, dress for the weather by layering up. A tweed jacket paired with boots is the perfect combination to keep you warm.
Sportswear is not permitted.
Children under the age of 17 should also dress in smart attire, although this does not apply to toddlers and children.
This dress code applies to the following hospitality areas: The Charlton Hunt, The Long View, Sussex Boxes, March Boxes, The Social Suites, Double Trigger, The Horsewalk, The Lookout, The Secret Garden and The Final Furlong.

Hawes & Curtis SS25 Collection
Embracing a refreshed colour palette, the Spring '25 collection blends seasonal richness with effortless versatility.
As the Official Menswear Partner of Goodwood Racecourse, Hawes & Curtis offers impeccable race-day attire. From luxury Italian suits and silk ties for the Richmond Enclosure, to relaxed cotton polos for a smart yet laid-back look in the Gordon or Lennox Enclosures.
Use code HC15XGOODWOOD for 15% off.

GOODWOOD X PHASE EIGHT
As the first womenswear partner of the prestigious Goodwood Racecourse, Phase Eight have curated a collection that answers all race-day style questions, with head-to-toe looks for all dress codes and enclosures.
Phase Eight showcases its signature craftsmanship, print design and expert styling, helping racegoers to make race-day dressing easy and find their perfect look for the season’s most anticipated events.
Featuring statement dresses, tailored separates and all the accessories to complete the look, the Goodwood collection embodies the essence of race day dressing, ensuring every guest feels their most confident and stylish at Goodwood and beyond.




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.