

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.




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




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.




...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.


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.



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

















Many items came from Gordon castle in Scotland when it left family ownership, coming out from storage exclusively for Hound Lodge.


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


Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style




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


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




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 ever horsebox was used from Goodwood to Doncaster for the 1836 St. Leger. Elis arrived fresh and easily won his owner a £12k bet.


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










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 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


King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.


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


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




Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.


"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto




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?




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.


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?


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









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 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!





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








"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto


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.


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


Join Nik Westacott, restauranteur, chef, caterer and mushroom expert on this exclusive events as he guides you through the fascinating world of foraging, here on the Goodwood Estate.
Join Nik Westacott, restauranteur, chef, caterer and mushroom expert on this exclusive events as he guides you through the fascinating world of foraging, here on the Goodwood Estate.
Discover the fascinating world of foraging at Goodwood.
Step into the hidden world of wild food on the Goodwood Estate with expert forager Nik Westacott. Whether edible or not, every mushroom and plant has a story. And with Nik’s passion, wit and deep-rooted knowledge, you’ll never look at a countryside walk the same way again.
This is a rare and exclusive event for Goodwood Members. Nik is the only person granted special permission to forage on the Estate, making this a truly one-of-a-kind experience not to be missed.
Choose from a morning or afternoon session.
- Morning guests will enjoy their foraging walk followed by a delicious two-course seasonal lunch with a glass of wine.
- Afternoon guests will begin with lunch before heading out on the trail.
A truly exclusive experience led by the only person officially permitted to forage on the Goodwood Estate. Nik, a former Chichester resident with close ties to the Estate, is Goodwood’s sole accredited mushroom guide, offering unparalleled insight into its secret woodland treasures
Now living in Pembrokeshire, Nik still travels to Goodwood to assist private and Estate hunts. He has been gathering wild mushrooms and fungi for over 30 years, trained by Dr Derek Reid, head of mycology at Kew and Roger Phillips, author of the finest book on mushrooms.
Our Estate Foraging Masterclass with Nik Westacott has now sold out. Please email kennelsreservations@goodwood.com to join the waiting list.
There are two sessions available to book:
10:00am - 12:00pm
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Both foraging groups will come together at 12:15pm for a two-course lunch at The Kennels.
The lunch menu for Estate Foraging at The Kennels can be viewed below.
Due to the nature of this event, you will be out exploring the local woodland so please make sure you wear appropriate footwear, warm layers and waterproof clothing. Please have a change of footwear when you return to The Kennels for lunch.
This event will proceed in wet weather, however heavy and torrential rain conditions will see the event postponed and rescheduled. In the unlikely event of postponement, our reception team will get in touch with you.
Please note, due to the nature of this event, we unfortunately cannot accommodate dogs.
