For the last two years, 5,800 bales have been recylced into the biomass energy centre to be used for energy generation
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 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.
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
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 Gordon Tartan has been worn by the Dukes and Duchesses over the last 300 years.
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.
A bell under each place at the table to signal if butlers can come back in to the dining room, a guests privacy is always paramount.
Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech
The Fiat S76 or "Beast of Turin" is a Goodwood favourite and can usually be heard before it is seen at #FOS
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!
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
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”.
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
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 Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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.
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
David Edney, head Butler dons a morning suit "and a smile" every day and has been woking at Goodwood for over 25 years!
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 of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
Estate milk was once transformed into ice-creams, bombes, and syllabubs, and the Georgian ice house still stands in the grounds in front of Goodwood House.
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.
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
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
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.
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
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
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
Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
Our fantastic Weekend in Wales will explore hidden mountain passes in Snowdonia and the magnificent Coastal Way - discovering some breathtaking roads and creating a real treat for lovers of beautiful UK driving routes.
Our fantastic Weekend in Wales will explore hidden mountain passes in Snowdonia and the magnificent Coastal Way - discovering some breathtaking roads and creating a real treat for lovers of beautiful UK driving routes.
Designed for those who may not have joined us on a GRRC driving tour before, or for those who much prefer a shorter itinerary, our fantastic Weekend in Wales will explore hidden mountain passes in Snowdonia and the magnificent Coastal Way - discovering some breathtaking roads and creating a real treat for lovers of beautiful UK driving routes.
You'll enjoy boutique accommodation in some of the most picturesque areas of Wales. If you are looking for a step up from our ever-popular Regional Drives, this tour could be perfect for you. Mingle with like-minded members, driving a variety of cars, as we bring the classic Goodwood style to this stunning region of North Wales.
Expected driving time: 3hrs 57mins*
Expected driving distance: 134 miles
We will rendezvous in a beautiful setting within North Wales, providing a stark backdrop for the start of our Weekend in Wales tour. Following a brief introduction, the team will be on hand to provide you with pre-programmed Garmin Sat Navs to use throughout the duration of the trip, before setting you off on an exploration through Clwydian Range & Dee Valley and the North Wales coast road, before our final stretch takes us into the Snowdonia National Park. Throughout the day you will enjoy long, winding roads, open straights, and hairpin bends. We will arrive at our accommodation for the 2-nights, Caer Rhun Hall Hotel. Following enough time to settle in, we will come together for a drink reception within the hotel grounds to celebrate the start of this trip and meet your fellow members, before going our separate ways for dinner at leisure.
Expected driving time: 4hrs 27mins*
Expected driving distance: 148.5 miles
Day two will see us travel further into Snowdonia, driving some of the very best roads in the area. Our drive will venture through deep valleys, skirt alongside natural lakes, and bring us to momentous heights of this national park. Midway through the drive you will find yourself joining the infamous Coastal Way, taking us from Penrhyndeudraeth down to Bryncrug. Here, you can enjoy mountainside roads as you gaze out over stretching views of Cardigan Bay. On return to the hotel, after a fantastic day of driving, we will once again enjoy a drink reception before sitting down for a celebratory farewell dinner. Here, we will raise a glass to a truly wonderful weekend of great driving amongst likeminded members.
Departure.
Single person pricing can be provided upon request.
£1,095 per couple in standard room
£1,245 per couple in master suite
Accommodation: Caer Rhun Hall Hotel, Conwy