Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
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
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.
David Edney, head Butler dons a morning suit "and a smile" every day and has been woking at Goodwood for over 25 years!
The Fiat S76 or "Beast of Turin" is a Goodwood favourite and can usually be heard before it is seen at #FOS
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
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.
Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
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
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.
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
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.
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
Ray Hanna famously flew straight down Goodwood’s pit straight below the height of the grandstands at the first Revival in 1998
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.
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 Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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 origins of the collection lay in the possessions of Louise de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth, and Duchess of Aubigny in France, to whom some of the paintings originally belonged.
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.
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 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.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
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.
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.
The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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An iconic Festival of Speed feature, the hillclimb sees road and race cars and bikes, old and new, racing up the hill. In 2022, the McMurtry Spéirling set an impressive record pace in Shootout Sunday. Will the record be broken the next time cars take to the hill?
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It’s near impossible to get close to a modern F1 car at a race weekend but at Festival of Speed you’ll be tripping over these incredible Grand Prix machines, with cars from the likes of Mercedes, Ferrari, Williams and McLaren.
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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 hillclimb and celebrate their favourite sport alongside their biggest fans.
EDGE-of-your seat
See current rally drivers in their modern WRC machines speeding through the technical woodland course alongside rally legends piloting true rally icons - cars like the Lancia Delta Integrale and Audi Quattro.
Discover
Find unrivalled access to race-winning cars and bikes in each of the event’s machine-packed paddocks. Explore the live paddocks and quiz the team members and mechanics to get a special insight in to the world of motorsport.
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Witness striking road and racing machines showcasing the genesis of future powertrain technologies. Discover the future of synthetics, hydrogen, electric and so much more.
FOS TECH
The FOS Tech STEM Programme is a fantastic opportunity for future engineers, scientists and innovators to explore exciting and engaging new technology.
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Sitting at the heart of the event, the Central Feature has developed into one of the most eye-catching and iconic aspects of Festival of Speed.
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The fastest, most technically advanced and most beautiful supercars gather for your viewing pleasure. With debuts from Mercedes, Ferrari, Lamborghini and more in previous years, 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 presented by heycar 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.
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The sublime world of the hypercar, with the most striking designs, loudest engines and boldest personalities can be found at the festival.
Thakeham
From operating a CAT excavator to racing in VR, the Thakeham Family Area is the perfect hub and rest stop for families at 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 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?
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Explore the grounds in front of Goodwood House, packed with headline event attractions and the latest from automotive manufacturers, it’s a must see.
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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.
Find your way around Festival of Speed with ease with our interactive 3D map. Download the Goodwood Motorsport App to access the map on the go.
It's the most special weekend for motorsport ever. Grands Prix are spectacular, but this is just a stand out event.
Jenson Button
2009 Formula 1 World Champion