Nick Heidfelds 1999 (41.6s) hillclimb record was beaten after Max Chilton in his McMurtry Spéirling fan car tore it to shreds at 39.08s in 2022!
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 ever horsebox was used from Goodwood to Doncaster for the 1836 St. Leger. Elis arrived fresh and easily won his owner a £12k bet.
The oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour
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!
Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style
Dido is traditionally for the host, but every single room is designed with personal touches from Cindy Leveson and the Duke & Duchess of Richmond.
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
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!
Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.
Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.
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
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”.
From 2005 to present there has been a demonstration area for the rally cars at the top of the hill
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
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.
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.
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.
Ray Hanna famously flew straight down Goodwood’s pit straight below the height of the grandstands at the first Revival in 1998
Head Butler David Edney has worked at Buckingham Palace taking part in Dinner Parties for the then Duke of Richmond and the Queen.
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 round of golf played at Goodwood was in 1914 when the 6th Duke of Richmond opened the course on the Downs above Goodwood House.
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
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 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.
Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
I'm delighted to welcome you to Goodwood.com. As with everything we do at Goodwood, this website has been designed to reflect our passion for excellence; for our guests, customers and for our partners. We aim to enhance the experiences of visitors to the estate and our events, while also reaching like-minded people around the world.
The Duke of Richmond and Gordon, CBE DL
The first Duke of Richmond, son of King Charles II, chose Goodwood as his country retreat and bought the original Jacobean house in 1697.
Described as “the most famous ball in history”, the 1815 gathering held in Brussels by the Duchess of Richmond, shortly before the battle of Waterloo, continues to inspire film-makers, authors and artists.
The Dukes of Richmond descend from the natural son of Charles II by his mistress, Louise de Keroualle. This son, Charles Lennox, was made Duke of Richmond and Lennox amongst other titles
Goodwood is synonymous with racing: the first public race meeting took place here in 1802.
Originally serving as a Battle of Britain base during the War, Goodwood Motor Circuit was the centre of British motor racing between 1948 and 1966, playing host to some of the greatest drivers of all time.
Give me Goodwood on a summer’s day and you can forget the rest of the world.
ROY SALVADORI
British Racing Driver
Today, we are recognised around the world for our flagship events and are known as the home of exceptional luxury experiences.
Both the Racecourse and the Motor Circuit are busy all year round, within the Motor Circuit is Goodwood Aerodrome, our historic airfield.
Our 11,000 acre estate is best experienced from a stay in one of our charming cottages, Goodwood Hotel, or luxury sporting lodge.
Goodwood is also famous for our food. We control every aspect of production, from the fields where cattle, sheep and pigs graze to the in-house butchery and eventually to the kitchen – where the dishes are created.
Farmer, Butcher Chef delivers on its promise. Beautiful meat, butchered and cooked with the reverence it so rightly deserves.
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We are committed to creating a fully sustainable estate for generations to come. Our mission is to drive enthusiasm, spark creativity, and pave the way for a future where young talents shape groundbreaking advancements in the world of science and technology.
In November 2021, Goodwood invested £7million into a 3.5mw biomass waste-to-energy facility, delivering both hot water and electricity to venues across the estate. It is fuelled by 3,500 tonnes of straw from Festival of Speed and 3,500 tonnes of woodchip from our Forestry team.