

Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech


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".




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




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?


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


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



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









As the private clubhouse for all of the Estate’s sporting and social members, it offers personal service and a relaxed atmosphere


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 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


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


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






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).


For the last two years, 5,800 bales have been recylced into the biomass energy centre to be used for energy generation


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




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.


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.



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


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


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!


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.




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




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?


One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.




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.




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



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.


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


As the private clubhouse for all of the Estate’s sporting and social members, it offers personal service and a relaxed atmosphere


...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


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.



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


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


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.


Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.


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


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

has been graced by more legendary road and racing cars than any other road on the planet. Each year, the Hill is the stage for the world’s biggest manufacturers to showcase their latest cars and bikes for the very first time. It’s also home to the Timed Shoot-Out, the most intense motorsport event of the year.


NEW FOR 2026
Your admission ticket just got an upgrade. Introducing the all-new FOS Fan Zone, a one-stop shop for any motorsport fan. Meet your favourite drivers, listen to top Q&As and get your hands on exclusive merchandise - the FOS Fan Zone offers a chance to jump behind the scenes and get closer to the action.

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It’s near impossible to get close to a modern F1 car at a race weekend, but at the Festival of Speed's Formula 1 Pit Lane you’ll come face-to-face with these incredible Grand Prix machines, with cars from the likes of Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull and McLaren.

Meet the
From young guns to motorsport legends, the biggest names in Formula 1, endurance racing, MotoGP and many more line up to make their mark on the Hill and celebrate their favourite sport alongside their biggest fans.

Presented by Subaru
See current rally drivers in their modern WRC machines speeding through the technical woodland course alongside legends piloting true icons - cars like the Lancia Delta Integrale and the Audi Quattro.

Discover
The fastest, most technically advanced and most beautiful supercars gather for your viewing pleasure. With previous years welcoming debuts from Mercedes, Ferrari, Lamborghini and more, the Supercar Paddock is a spotter’s must see.

EXPERIENCE
Visit the paddocks and stands across the event and get thinking about your dream car of tomorrow. The First Glance Paddock is a great place to see the latest models side-by-side.

CARTIER
The Cartier Style et Luxe Lawn is one of the finest concours d’elegance in the world, where some of the rarest, most beautiful and best kept cars can be seen in the metal.
Delivering unforgettable immersive experiences, FOS TECH ignites a fascination in technology and STEM subjects by showcasing world-changing innovations and creating remarkable and thought-provoking experiences.
The Festival of Speed is partnered with Mission 44, the foundation founded by Sir Lewis Hamilton, driving change to ensure that every young person can thrive in school and access great careers in STEM.


FOS TECH
The FOS Tech STEM Programme is a fantastic opportunity for future engineers, scientists and innovators to explore exciting and engaging new technology.

Presented by Randox
Exploring ‘technology for a better world’, FOS Future Lab is the hub of things to come. From robots and flying cars to AI and space travel, this is your glance into the future of tech.
This year the theme for the Festival of Speed is ‘The Rivals — Epic Racing Duels’, celebrating some of motorsport's most legendary battles. These contests defined eras, be it on two wheels or four, and you can get up close to the iconic machines that played their part.


Presented by Bank of America
The very best of American automotive culture will take over the Festival of Speed, as a series of iconic motorsport milestones are acknowledged in this all-encompassing showcase. A sprawling celebration will incorporate huge name drivers and their cars both on the Hill and off it.

Honouring
Marking the 30th anniversary since his remarkable F1 World Championship triumph, Damon Hill will reunite with his Williams FW18 for a series of runs up the Hill, before taking in the affection of the crowd with a Balcony moment at Goodwood House.

Singer presents
The Central Feature is one of the most eye-catching aspects of the Festival of Speed. This year Singer will headline the showcase, with its world-famous reimaginings of legendary sportscars taking centre stage on a monumental sculpture designed by Gerry Judah.

Official charity
Founded by Sir Lewis Hamilton in 2021, Mission 44 works to empower young people to thrive in education and access STEM subjects, opening the door to a career in motorsport. In 2026, The Festival of Speed will partner with this great organisation to help amplify their important work.

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The Family Area is the perfect hub and rest stop for families at the Festival of Speed.

Adrenaline-packed
The adrenaline-fuelled GAS arena is the home of all things extreme sports, with motocross jumps, BMX stunts and the chance to get hands-on.

World-class
It wouldn’t be Goodwood without a celebration of aviation, past and present. Our air displays are world class, with the Red Arrows regularly making an appearance.

Delicious
Refuel with mouth-watering world street-food, delicious seated meals and many more options. There’s something for everyone at the Festival of Speed.

Explore
Stroll through the hundreds of stands and exhibits to find that perfect piece of memorabilia. Clothing, models, posters and so much more - what will you find?

Explore
Explore the grounds in front of Goodwood House. Packed with headline event attractions and the latest from automotive manufacturers, it’s a must see.

Explore
A veritable who’s-who of celebrities from the motorsport world and beyond. Keep your eyes peeled for this year’s superstars. Nothing quite compares to the thrill of meeting your hero.
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