

Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!


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 72nd Goodwood Members' Meeting was run for GRRC Members in 2014, the first since 1966.


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”.




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


"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto


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



According to Head Butler at Goodwood House David Edney "Class, sophistication and discretion".









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!


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






The stunning fish which adorn the walls of the main corridor are hand crafted and represent the fishing documents from Gordon Castle of 1864-1898.


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 Hill Start Line is marked by bricks taken from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.


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


The inaugural BARC Members' Meeting took place at Goodwood on 13th Augurst 1949.


The Revival takes you back to the original Goodwood era from 1948-1966.


Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.


Over the years, the Revival has honoured legends like Jim Clark, Jack Brabham, Dan Gurney and more.


Early Revivals saw the likes of Stirling Moss and Jack Brabham return to competitive racing.


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


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.


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










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 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.


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


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


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.


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).






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 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.


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



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.


G. Stubbs (1724–1806) created some of the animal portraiture masterpieces at Goodwood House, combining anatomical exactitude with expressive details


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 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.


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




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!


Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.





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.


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.


Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.


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.


The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
Thank you for choosing to take part in the Performance Hot Laps experience. We look forward to welcoming you to the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit. Ahead of your visit to Goodwood below is all the information you need to be fully prepared for your driving experience.


For information on how to find the Motor Circuit, please visit our Estate Map. When you arrive through the main entrance of the Motor Circuit proceed through the tunnel and follow the road round to the left along a long tree-lined road. Parking is located in Paddock 1, just behind the Jackie Stewart Pavilion, where you will sign on.
Please arrive at the Jackie Stewart Pavilion Building 15 minutes prior to your experience start time. You'll have the opportunity to have some complimentary refreshments whilst you meet your host and complete the necessary paperwork before joining your instructor for a full briefing. If you're running late, please call the Pit Lane Office on 01243 755093. We cannot guarantee we can run the full length of the experience if you're late.
Motorsport can be dangerous and we want you to be safe at all times. It is mandatory that you wear trousers and flat shoes for your experience. We will provide you with an Ultimate Driving helmet.
Expect to be at the venue for half an hour which will include a short briefing with your driving instructor and three laps around the circuit.
It is highly unlikely that we would have to postpone your experience, but your experience could be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather conditions (e.g. snow, ice, heavy rain or high winds) which would make driving at speed dangerous. Please call 01243 755055 if in any doubt
As part of your day, you will have a professional driving instructor who will be driving you around the Circuit in an Alpine A110S.
Family, friends and children are welcome to spectate and can bring a camera to record the experience. Viewing is available for spectators. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash at all times. The Motor Circuit Café and the Aerodrome Café is open, selling coffees, soft drinks and hot and cold light-bites.
A map of where to go when you get to the circuit can be found here.
Goodwood Motor Circuit is committed to safeguarding the well-being of all visitors and ensuring the best possible day out is had by all. We operate a zero-tolerance policy on drugs and any person taking part in an Ultimate Driving experience as a driver must have ensured no alcohol is consumed prior to the experience taking place.
If you have any questions or queries our friendly team are happy to help.
Call us on 01243 755055 or email us at ticket.office@goodwood.com