

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!


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.




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.




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


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 Gordon Tartan has been worn by the Dukes and Duchesses over the last 300 years.











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 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.


The Fiat S76 or "Beast of Turin" is a Goodwood favourite and can usually be heard before it is seen at #FOS


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.


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.


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


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


The Fiat S76 or "Beast of Turin" is a Goodwood favourite and can usually be heard before it is seen at #FOS


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 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


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 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 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 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




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


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.






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


...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.


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.


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


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.


...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?



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


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




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




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.



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




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


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


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.


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




Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.
An informal evening with one of the stars of the Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard - Damon Hill - in the Kinrara Pavilion.
An informal evening with one of the stars of the Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard - Damon Hill - in the Kinrara Pavilion.
Experience an extraordinary evening at the Kinrara Pavilion as we celebrate the 2026 Festival of Speed. This special event invites GRRC Members and their guests to enjoy an exclusive Q&A with a leading figure from the world of motorsport. Expect an intimate and engaging Q&A session with stories that take you behind the scene of the racing world.
This year, we are thrilled to be welcoming Damon Hill, the 1996 Formula 1 World Champion as the VIP speaker. Damon will be sharing stories from his remarkable career at the very highest level of the sport. In previous years, our guests have included Richard Petty, David Coulthard, Danny Sullivan, Ayao Komatsu, and Gordon Murray.
Book today for an evening of motorsport history, innovation, and storytelling!

Following its success over the past six years, we're delighted to announce the return of this welcome addition to our Festival programme - the chance to meet one of the stars of this year’s Festival and to experience the spectacular light and firework display that illuminates the Festival of Speed Central Feature.
This relaxed evening will include an interactive Q&A session with our VIP guest and a meal within the GRRC Enclosure, before your evening ends, back at the exclusive Kinrara Pavilion garden; the perfect location to enjoy the spectacular light and firework display which will also be the culmination of the GRRC summer ball, taking place in Goodwood House on the same evening.
To book your tickets, please use the link below.
If you purchase tickets for this event that you no longer require, please contact the GRRC team so that your tickets can be offered to the next person on the waiting list. Please note that refunds may not be offered unless your tickets can be resold.

Each member can purchase up to five guest tickets for this event, in addition to their own ticket.
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There is no dress code for the evening. We would like to suggest that you come prepared for all weather conditions, whether hot, cold, wet or dry, and that you wear suitable footwear for the event.
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2026 guest speakers will be announced closer to the event. Stay tuned to see who will take the spotlight!
In previous years, we have had former Indy 500 winner, Danny Sullivan, and Haas F1 Team Principal, Ayao Komatsu.
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Full instructions on where to park and how to access the site will be confirmed a little closer to the event.
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The 2026 ticket price of £95pp includes:
• Arrival drink
• Q&A with key guest
• A meal within the GRRC Enclosure
• Glass of Veuve Clicquot on return to Enclosure
• Light and Fireworks display
Please note that admission to the Festival of Speed for the full day (Thursday 9 July 2026) is NOT included in this ticket price.
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No, this ticket will only give you access from the car park to the event in the Kinrara Enclosure from approx. 1900hrs on Thursday 9 July 2026.
Should you wish to attend the Festival of Speed on Thursday, please book your Thursday ticket via the Ticket Office on (0)1243 755055.
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The GRRC members' enclosure will remain open until 1930hrs on Thursday to give you somewhere to relax before making your way to the Kinrara Enclosure.
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Should you require disabled access, please inform the Club ahead of the event and we shall make alternative arrangements for you.
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Payment is required on booking. In the event of cancellation by you, no refund will be paid unless the place is refilled. In the event of cancellation by GRRC, a refund will be made less unrecoverable expenses incurred. All refunds will be made entirely at the discretion of GRRC.
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