For safety reasons F1 cars can no longer do official timed runs so instead perform stunning demonstrations!
Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style
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
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
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.
David Edney, head Butler dons a morning suit "and a smile" every day and has been woking at Goodwood for over 25 years!
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.
Each room is named after one of the hounds documented in January 1718, including Dido, Ruby and Drummer.
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.
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".
Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own 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
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 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 ever horsebox was used from Goodwood to Doncaster for the 1836 St. Leger. Elis arrived fresh and easily won his owner a £12k bet.
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”.
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 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
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).
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 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.
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.
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
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.
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.
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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.
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
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.
The oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour
Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
After having to reschedule their wedding due to the pandemic, Emma and Harrison finally had their perfect day when they got married at The Kennels in June 2021.
“We have attended a couple of events at Goodwood previously and knew that the estate offers accommodation and multiple restaurants for those who were travelling long distance to share our day with us. There is also a wide range of activities for the wedding party the day before and after the wedding such as, Golf, the spa at the hotel and the ability to explore the grounds. That coupled with the fact that the estate and its surroundings are beautiful, we knew this was the place for us!
“The theme for our wedding was traditional and intimate with close friends and family. After the last 18 months of Covid restrictions we wanted to create a relaxed atmosphere for the guests as many had not seen each other for a long time. The table settings were based on British racing drivers who had raced at the Goodwood Motor Circuit which also tied into the photos displayed around the Kennels.
“We first met Rhiannon back in February 2019 and booked our wedding for the original date of 7th August 2020, however, due to the pandemic we sadly had to postpone it. We were given an alternative date in October 2020 in the hope that the pandemic would have passed, and weddings would be back to normal but sadly we had to postpone again. Rhiannon and the team were amazing during this time with keeping us up to date on the ever-changing restrictions and rules which would impact our special day. Three postponed dates and a year later we found out only two weeks before our booked date that weddings were permitted with more than 30 in attendance for the reception. This left us with little time to really understand what the new rules meant and whether it would be feasible to go ahead this time. During this unsettling and quite stressful time for us, Rhiannon and the whole events management team were brilliant. We were in constant contact with each other discussing the new rules, what it meant for our wedding and finding a way we could make it work. Fortunately, and after many phone calls, we were able to go ahead with our wedding and cannot thank everyone involved enough for making it possible, including all the Kennels staff as well as all our suppliers, who were able to get everything arranged and provided for with such short notice.
“The food and the service were impeccable. Every single guest commented on the quality and taste of the food.
“On delivering our special day, the Goodwood team were faultless. They were very attentive particularly to myself and Harrison throughout the day. They took care of absolutely everything, ensuring our guests were where they needed to be at all times, making it seamless and leaving us not having to worry about the timetable and intricate details of the day- we could both relax and enjoy the company of all our guests. We feel everyone working at the Kennels that day went above and beyond to make the day feel as special as possible even with Covid restrictions that were still in place and we cannot thank them enough for such an incredible day.
“Aside from us finally being able to tie the knot and have the wedding we were planning for two years, we cannot single out any one moment- everything was perfect. The whole experience was one big highlight for us both. Everything was beautiful and perfect and we couldn’t have asked for anything more."
Photographer: Bruce Neville
Florist: Mandy - Becki-Lou florist
Cake: Nikki - Nic’s slice of heaven
Make-up and hair: Arabella Hewitt