Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!
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
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
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.
According to Head Butler at Goodwood House David Edney "Class, sophistication and discretion".
Each room has it's own button to ring for James (your butler) whenever and whatever you need him for.
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.
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.
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!
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".
Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech
Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
The red & yellow of the Racecourse can be traced back hundreds of years, even captured in our stunning Stubbs paintings in the Goodwood Collection
The red & yellow of the Racecourse can be traced back hundreds of years, even captured in our stunning Stubbs paintings in the Goodwood Collection
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 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
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
FOS Favourite Mad Mike Whiddett can be caught melting tyres in his incredible collection of cars (and trucks) up the hillclimb
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
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.
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.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.
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.
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.
As the private clubhouse for all of the Estate’s sporting and social members, it offers personal service and a relaxed atmosphere
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.
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
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
As the private clubhouse for all of the Estate’s sporting and social members, it offers personal service and a relaxed atmosphere
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 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.
"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto
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).
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
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
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
Join us as we venture through the rolling hills of Tuscany in a fleet of lovingly cared for classic Alfa Romeos.
Join us as we venture through the rolling hills of Tuscany in a fleet of lovingly cared for classic Alfa Romeos.
With no more than 15 vehicles on the trip, you will appreciate the exclusive and intimate nature of our GRRC tours whilst experiencing the thrill of driving these Italian classics, transporting you back in time to an iconic era of automotive ingenuity. Alongside breathtaking driving throughout the region, including roads straight from the Mille Miglia road book, highlights of the tour will include downtime to explore Pienza and Siena, a guided tour of Volterra, and a feast of local and national cuisine in some of the best restaurants in the area.
To rest and recuperate after each drive, you will stay in luxury accommodation nestled within the Chianti Hills, showcasing the very best of the Tuscan landscape blanketed with creeping vineyards, ancient olive trees and towering cypresses. Whether you are a classic car enthusiast, or dipping your toe for the first time into the world of vintage vehicles, this will be an unforgettable trip.
From Florence Airport we will whisk you into the heart of the Chianti Hills. Our hotel for the duration of the trip is Borgo di Yescine, a four-star hotel perched on the top of a verdant hill, 600 metres above the sea level, overlooking the historic town of Radda. Formally a fortress of the Langobardic era, this property has been loving restored with the splendor, simplicity and quality of rural life to the Borgo of yesteryear. Between the village square, the orangery, the outdoor heated swimming pool, the olive grove and the hotels very own vineyard, Borgo di Yescine is the perfect base for us to make the most of the world-famous Tuscan region.
For dinner this evening you will step back in time with a rustic dining experience in the form of an old, converted post office, with stunning views out to the Via Chiantigiana. Experience traditional Tuscan cuisine in a setting dedicated to Tazio Nuvolari, the inventor of the all-wheel drift, and the winner of the 1930 Mille Miglia.
Today will be your first opportunity to get behind the wheel of your classic Alfa Romeo. The Crete Senese is one of the most beautiful routes in Italy, and will host cypress-lined hilltops and views stretching to the horizon with picturesque medieval villages perched on the hills. We will depart from our hotel shortly after breakfast, before meandering our way to Pienza. We will invite for you to join us for lunch at Terrazza del Chiostro.
After some free time to enjoy the 15'"Century town and UNESCO World Heritage site, we will begin our journey back to the hotel, where you will have a free evening to dine at your leisure, and make the most of the beautiful hotel facilities.
Departing from the hotel in the morning, our convoy of Alfa Romeos will travel far into the west of Tuscany, where in good weather you may spot Pisa and the sea on the horizon. We will then arrive in Volterra, the city of wind and alabaster craftmanship. Here, you will have lunch at leisure before embarking on a guided tour of the historic town, allowing you to learn more about one of Italy's most underrated and undiscovered hill towns.
We will then return to the hotel for some leisure time before departing for dinner. La Bottega di Volpaia will host us for an evening of friendly, traditional Tuscan hospitality with stretching views over the Chianti Hills, providing an unforgettable experience.
For our final day of driving the roads of Tuscany, we will be venturing to Siena, the gothic jewel of Tuscany surrounded by a 1,000-year-old defensive wall, with towers and gates strategically placed for protection. After exploring here at leisure, we will then head to Badia a Coltibuono for a vineyard tour and wine tasting. This winery is one of the oldest monastries in Italy, and has been under management of the Stucci Prinetti family since 1846.
Later into the evening, we will depart from the hotel for our dinner at Albergaccio di Castellina for a fine dining experience, wrapping up our Tuscan adventure in luxurious style. Combining creative spirit with genuine Tuscan culinary tradition this will offer authentic and delicious dishes to enjoy as we reminisce over a wonderful trip.
After breakfast and check-out, the day will be at leisure, with guests being taken to Florence airport for your outbound flights.