Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
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 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
Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.
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 Duke of Richmond holds the title of Duke of Richmond and Gordon. This title reflects the historical association with both the Richmond and Gordon families.
Many items came from Gordon castle in Scotland when it left family ownership, coming out from storage exclusively for Hound Lodge.
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
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!
Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
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.
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
For safety reasons F1 cars can no longer do official timed runs so instead perform stunning demonstrations!
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 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”.
Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.
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 ever horsebox was used from Goodwood to Doncaster for the 1836 St. Leger. Elis arrived fresh and easily won his owner a £12k bet.
For the last two years, 5,800 bales have been recylced into the biomass energy centre to be used for energy generation
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.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto
The replica of the original Axminster carpet is so lavish that the President of Bulgaria came to visit it before its departure!
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
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.
David Edney, head Butler dons a morning suit "and a smile" every day and has been woking at Goodwood for over 25 years!
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
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 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 oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour
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 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
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
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
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
Goodwood has been hosting shooting parties for pheasant and partridge for hundreds of years. The 5th Duke of Richmond's inheritance of the Gordon estates in Scotland - including the Glenfiddich Estate - coincided with a new fashion among the aristocracy for visiting the Highlands to shoot and fish. The 5th and 6th Dukes made regular trips north for the fishing, shooting and deer stalking. Nowadays, we offer both simulated game shooting with the backdrop of the beautiful South Downs and clay shooting within a secret disused stone quarry.
The Downs Course is often referred to as one of the finest downland courses in the UK and consists of fast-running fairways, undulating greens and dramatic changes of elevation in the downland valley and hills. The Downs, designed by Glenaeagles Course architect James Braid, offers a true Championship experience and rewards golfers with breathtaking views across the Sussex landscape and to the glittering Solent beyond.
Goodwood's unique "Woody" golf buggies are based on the Brakenvan designed by the Duke of Richmond's grandfather, the ninth Duke of Richmond, in the 1930s. They come complete with wicker baskets for sandwiches and champagne.
As quintessentially English as our green and pleasant land, the original Land Rover is perfectly at home on the Goodwood Estate. With 12,000 acres of stunning countryside to explore, one of the most authentic ways to enjoy it is off-road, and nothing could be more fun than behind the wheel of an original from the 1960s.
The Goodwood Off-Road Experience will lead you from meandering paths through thick woodland to impossibly deep muddy puddles, up steep chalk runs, through grassy fields and meadowland, it’s one of the best ways to experience the English countryside.
Goodwood Flying School offers a variety of flying lessons and experiences in extraordinary aircraft's including The Stearman, an open-cockpit American military training aircraft, and the iconic warbird; the Harvard. Goodwood's flying heritage dates back to the Second World War, when the aerodrome was built as a satellite station for RAF Tangmere and served as a Battle of Britain station from 1940 to 1946.
The historic two-and-a-half-mile circuit, with its famously long and demanding sweeps and curves, provides a real challenge and joy for any driver who loves the feeling of high speed. Goodwood Revival Racing takes you back in time to the late '50s and '60s with a fleet of classic Saloons, Sports and GT's to experience driving as it used to be. With no ABS or traction control technique becomes key and every corner and straight become a thrilling challenge.
Built in 1787 as a home for the third Duke of Richmond's foxhounds, the estate's clubhouse has been meticulously restored and features a drawing room, dining room, bar and private event areas. The Kennels Gin Trolley Experience is a delicous opportunity to taste a wide range of gins, all paired with exquisite flavour combinations. Our gin trolley master will take you through our hand-picked selection covering the origins and history of each gin. Use taste and smell to learn the characteristics of all ten gins, from the best local tipple to the peculiar and intriguing.
Goodwood's herd of 200 Dairy Shorthorn cows produce deliciously rich, organic milk that is supplied to many top restaurants and cafes, and is used to make a range of traditional, award-winning Goodwood cheeses; Charlton, Molecomb Blue and Levin Down. All our cheeses are made by hand, and are classed as Farmhouse as they are made on one farm using milk only produced directly on that farm. All are made with slow maturing natural cultures and combine to make a delicious cheeseboard with deep, contrasting flavours and textures.
Goodwood has played host to the Sport of Kings since 1802, when the 3rd Duke of Richmond introduced the sport for the amusement of local army officers. Fast forward 200 years and Goodwood's racing season now consists of 19 unique racedays, including the flagship event, the Qatar Goodwood Festival, affectionately known as 'Glorious Goodwood'. If you look high above the crowds in the Richmond enclosure, you might just catch a glipmse of The Lookout, Goodwood's newest private bar. From it's own sun-kissed balcony you can fully soak up the spectacular views of the Parade Rind and the stunning seascape of the Solent beyond.
At Hound Lodge, in the midst of Goodwood's spectacular 12,000-acre estate, life flows at a different pace. This magnificent 10-bedroom country retreat is yours to experience in its entirety, offering a rare opportunity to spend time away from it all and escape the hectic pace of modern life. As the home of the world’s first major foxhunt and the very reason the first Duke of Richmond bought a house at Goodwood in 1697, The Kennels, and later Hound Lodge were considered to be the most luxurious dog houses in the world. In a manner typical of English aristocracy, the Duke was renowned for spending far more time and money on his hounds and horses than on his friends and guests. He even famously installed central heating in The Kennels 100 years before the human owners were able to enjoy it at Goodwood House. Hound Lodge has recently been completely restored for humans to enjoy, but hounds are warmly welcomed here, not only do they form part of the heritage and history of the building, they provide a source of inspiration for much of the interior.