Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
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.
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 famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
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.
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.
A huge variety of glassware is available for each wine, all labelled by grape type to give the best flavour profile.
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 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.
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".
FOS Favourite Mad Mike Whiddett can be caught melting tyres in his incredible collection of cars (and trucks) up the hillclimb
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.
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
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 red & yellow of the Racecourse can be traced back hundreds of years, even captured in our stunning Stubbs paintings in the Goodwood Collection
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.
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
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
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".
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
Ray Hanna famously flew straight down Goodwood’s pit straight below the height of the grandstands at the first Revival in 1998
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.
Ray Hanna famously flew straight down Goodwood’s pit straight below the height of the grandstands at the first Revival in 1998
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.
The replica of the original Axminster carpet is so lavish that the President of Bulgaria came to visit it before its departure!
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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 oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour
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 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
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.
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.
Goodwoof 2023 presented by MARS Petcare, kicked off in celebratory style as over 300 poodles proudly stepped out behind a marching band resplendent in red coats in the morning sunshine. This year’s celebration of the poodle reflects the Duke of Richmond’s fond memories of his grandmother’s black standard poodle, Bruno.
And that was just the beginning of the fun as dogs of all shapes, sizes and colours spilled onto the grass straining at their leads to sniff out all the Have-a-Go activities, demonstrations, expert talks, and cooling dips in Fido’s Lido presented by Leaps and Bounds.
The weekend weather is set to maximum sunshine with a cooling breeze keeping all of our four and two legged visitors very happy, but that temperature was cranked up to the max as Love Island’s Curtis Pritchard took to the stage at the new Ministry of Hound dancefloor. Curtis showed the crowd how to execute the perfect moves to some of the iconic club’s most well-known sounds.
In the MARS Wellness Centre, TV Vet Scott Miller hosted a wealth of experts giving free talks on puppy care, First Aid for dogs, choosing the perfect breed and special care for older dogs. At The Studio presented by Randox Health, dogs and their owners took a breather as they joined in with dog and human yoga – doga – a spot of reiki, meditation and blissful sound bathing.
Charity partner, Pets As Therapy, together with ambassador and actor Guy Henry, best known for his roles in Holby City, Harry Potter, Star Wars and Queen Charlotte, offered a special cuddle corner as well as the chance to learn more about the charity’s work in schools, hospitals, care homes, hospices and prisons. Nearby, picknickers at the stylish Fortnum and Mason lunch spot tucked into delicious summer themed food perfect for an early summer lunch, whilst enjoying a great view of top gun and sheep dogs being put through their paces.
Over at Barkitecture presented by Mastercard, visitors viewed the array of kennels designed by internationally renowned architects such as Foster + Partners and Sebastian Conran of Conran & Partners in collaboration with Beta Design. The brief was to design the perfect retreat for a dog in the office and the architects, including Junior Barkitecture winner, Florence Dale aged 9, didn’t disappoint. All of the kennels will go under the hammer on Sunday in a special Bonham’s Auction in aid of Pets As Therapy. Also available for bidding on Sunday is a special, one of a kind, illustrated Babboe bike, courtesy of James Middleton and Oscar winning author and illustrator, Charlie Mackesy, creator of The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse.
With Snoopy overseeing proceedings from the heart of Goodwoof, the pianist at the Taittinger Champagne bar adding to the music wafting from the two bandstands, the shops – including our very own bookshop bustling with browsers – Literary Corner providing a shady spot to relax and listen to tales of canine exploits read by well-known voices such as Clare Balding, Murray Lachlan Young and children’s author, Tracey Corderoy and plenty for the whole family to do and see, Goodwoof was the place to be.
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