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Dress Code at Goodwood


Goodwood lives and breathes
quintessential English style.

At Goodwood we want you to get the most from your day and encourage you to wear what makes you feel unique, but comfortable, whilst paying particular attention to what the day's weather has in store. Ladies can find fashion inspiration with The Goodwood Look.

Francesca Cumani on the Champagne Bar, in the Richmond Enclosure, at Glorious Goodwood.
A couple enjoying their day at 'Glorious Goodwood'
Lady looking stylish at Goodwood Racecourse in pink hat with white dress.

Richmond Enclosure

Our most stylish and exclusive enclosure

Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket accompanied by a tie, cravat or polo-neck sweater. Boys aged 7-15 years are kindly encouraged to wear a collared shirt.

Ladies are encouraged to dress stylishly but with a relaxed feel. A floaty dress or an elegant top and trouser/skirt combination will suit any of our racedays. We do suggest that you leave your stiletto heels at home, as the uneven ground can be tricky to walk on.

All: Jeans, trainers, shorts and fancy dress are not permitted.

Guests smartening up at Glorious Goodwood (Qatar Goodwood Festival).
Lady wearing panama, with Goodwood racing colours, at Glorious Goodwood.
Guest reading racecard in the parade ring.
Guests standing next to the Grandstand in the Richmond Enclosure at a Three Friday Night fixture.

Gordon Enclosure

Slightly less formal than the Richmond Enclosure

Qatar Goodwood Festival: All gentlemen are encouraged to wear a jacket and tie and both ladies and gents are urged to dress to impress. T-shirts, sleeveless tops (for men), sports attire, trainers, shorts, ripped/torn jeans and fancy dress are not permitted. Tailored shorts are allowed.

Racedays (non Qatar Goodwood Festival): We encourage all racegoers to dress smartly. Shorts, trainers and sportswear are all discouraged, fancy dress and sleeveless tops (for men) are not permitted.

Picture of a family enjoying the Lennox Enclosure at Goodwood Racecourse
A boy and father at the rail on Family Raceday in the Lennox Enclosure.
Ladies enjoying the Lennox Enclosure at an evening fixture.
A lady enjoying her day in the Lennox Enclosure at family racing.
Casual racegoers enjoying the racing from the grandstand at Goodwood Racecourse.
Seamus Buckley, previous Clerk of the course, speaking at family raceday.
Children playing on the replica beach in the Gordon Enclosure at the August Bank Holiday.

Lennox Enclosure

Our most relaxed enclosure

The Lennox Enclosure has no formal dress code, but many racegoers do still like to dress up, especially at the Qatar Goodwood Festival.

Fancy dress and sleeveless tops (for men) are not permitted in any enclosure.

Fashion at 'Glorious Goowood'

Let us guide you

I came here three years ago but once you’re bitten, you have to come back. It is always atmospheric here, it doesn’t matter what the weather conditions are, it is always a memorable day. Everything about Goodwood is done for love, it’s been crafted lovingly over centuries.
Alexander Armstrong
Actor
There are some amazing racecourses around the world, but without fail you feel like you’re in one of the most special.
Darcey Bussell
Ballerina
The Qatar Goodwood Festival is a beautiful week and Goodwood is the most picturesque racecourse in the country.
Frankie Dettori
Jockey
Goodwood. More like AmazeWood. Best night in a while. Thank you X
Mark Ronson
DJ & Producer
It has been fantastic… this is another great Goodwood event, with a great atmosphere.
Sir Chris Hoy
Olympic Champion

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