

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!


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.




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




...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



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!








The dining room is host to an original painting from the Goodwood collection of the 6th Duke as a child.


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




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".


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.


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


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


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!


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


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.










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”.


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


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


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


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 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.


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.


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!




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?












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?


...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.


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




...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 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





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






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


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


The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.
Thank you for choosing to take part in a Goodwood Track Day. 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.

| Full-Day Session | AM Session | PM Session | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrival Time | 07:45 | 07:45 | 11:15 |
| Sign-on | 08:00 | 08:00 | 11:15 |
| Noise Testing Opens | 08:00 | 08:00 | 11:15 |
| Drivers' Briefing | 08:30 | 08:30 | 12:30 |
| Circuit Times | 09:00 - 12:00 & 13:00 - 16:00 | 09:00 - 12:00 | 13:00 - 16:00 |

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 the Paddock Shelters and is free of charge.
Please arrive at the Jackie Stewart Pavilion at your specified arrival time (see the itinerary above). You'll have the opportunity to have some complimentary refreshments whilst you complete the necessary sign-on forms before joining your driver's briefing.
After signing on, please take your car to the noise test area which is currently located on the north side of the paddocks. Most noise tests will be completed before the drivers' briefing. Please follow the marshal's instructions as to where to park your car after noise testing. Please ensure that you are aware of the noise level of your track day, if your car fails, you will not be entitled to a refund. For more information on noise testing please visit the Noise Management page. If you have any questions in the lead up to your experience about noise, please call the Pit Lane office on 01243 755093.
Attendance to the Drivers' Briefing is mandatory and will take place in the Jackie Stewart Pavilion with the Chief Instructor. If you are late, you will have to wait for the next briefing which will be when the chief instructor is available.
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. If you're driving a soft-top car, please wear a long-sleeved top, as well as trousers and flat shoes.
Helmets are compulsory for drivers and passenger. If you do not own a helmet, these can be borrowed from the Motor Circuit office.
It is mandatory to bring your driving licence with you on the day as our Motor Circuit team need to check this before you drive.
Lunch is included for one driver only during your Track Day, so if you're bringing a guest, one extra lunch can be purchased through Ticket Office for £27 per person for both full and half-day bookings. Lunches cannot be booked on the day and must be booked 72 hours in advance. To book please call 01243 755055
A Goodwood instructor will be available for 15-minute sessions throughout the day on a first-come-first-served basis. This must be booked four weeks prior to your experience. If you would like to book individual instruction, please contact the Ticket Office on 01243 755055.
Please find our helpful tips on how to prepare your vehicle for the Goodwood Track day on our Vehicle Preparation page.
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.
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 a Goodwood Track Day 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