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".
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 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
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.
"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto
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!
Mattresses and eiderdowns are stuffed with wool from the Goodwood Estate.
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style
Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
From 2005 to present there has been a demonstration area for the rally cars at the top of the hill
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
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
Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.
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
For the last two years, 5,800 bales have been recylced into the biomass energy centre to be used for energy generation
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.
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
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.
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
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.
After a fire in 1791 at Richmond House in Whitehall, London, James Wyatt added two great wings to showcase the saved collection at Goodwood. To give unity to the two new wings, Wyatt added copper-domed turrets framing each façade.
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.
The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.
"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.
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.
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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
Thank you for choosing to take part in a Goodwood Track Day. We look forward to welcoming you to the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit. Ahead of your visit to Goodwood below is all the information you need to be fully prepared for your driving experience.
Full-Day Session | AM Session | PM Session | |
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Arrival Time | 07:45 | 07:45 | 11:45 |
Sign-on | 08:00 | 07:45 | 11:45 |
Noise Testing Opens | 08:00 | 08:00 | 11:45 |
Drivers' Briefing | 08:30 | 08:30 | 13:00 |
Circuit Times | 09:00 - 12:30 & 13:30 - 17:00 | 09:00 - 12:30 | 13:30 - 17:00 |
For information on how to find the Motor Circuit, please visit our Estate Map. When you arrive through the main entrance of the Motor Circuit proceed through the tunnel and follow the road round to the left along a long tree-lined road. Parking is located next to the Race Control Building where you will sign on.
Please arrive at the Jackie Stewart Pavilion at your specified arrival time (see the itinerary above). You'll have the opportunity to have some complimentary refreshments whilst you complete the necessary sign-on forms before joining your driver's briefing.
After signing on, please take your car to the noise test area which is currently located on the north side of the paddocks. Most noise tests will be completed before the drivers' briefing. Please follow the marshal's instructions as to where to park your car after noise testing. Please ensure that you are aware of the noise level of your track day, if your car fails, you will not be entitled to a refund. For more information on noise testing please visit the Noise Management page. If you have any questions in the lead up to your experience about noise, please call the Pit Lane office on 01243 755093.
Attendance to the Drivers' Briefing is mandatory and will take place in the Jackie Stewart Pavilion with the Chief Instructor. If you are late, you will have to wait for the next briefing which will be when the chief instructor is available.
Motorsport can be dangerous and we want you to be safe at all times. It is mandatory that you wear trousers and flat shoes for your experience. We will provide you with an Ultimate Driving helmet. If you're driving a soft-top car, please wear a long-sleeved top, as well as trousers and flat shoes.
Helmets are compulsory for drivers and passenger. If you do not own a helmet, these can be borrowed from the Motor Circuit office.
It is mandatory to bring your driving licence with you on the day as our Motor Circuit team need to check this before you drive.
Lunch is included for one driver only during your Track Day, so if you're bringing a guest, one extra lunch can be purchased through Ticket Office for £27 per person for both full and half-day bookings. Lunches cannot be booked on the day and must be booked 72 hours in advance. To book please call 01243 755055.
A Goodwood instructor will be available for 15-minute sessions throughout the day on a first-come-first-served basis. This must be booked four weeks prior to your experience. If you would like to book individual instruction, please contact the Ticket Office on 01243 755055.
Please find our helpful tips on how to prepare your vehicle for the Goodwood Track day on our Vehicle Preparation page.
It is highly unlikely that we would have to postpone your experience, but your experience could be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather conditions (e.g. snow, ice, heavy rain or high winds) which would make driving at speed dangerous. Please call 01243 755055 if in any doubt.
Family, friends and children are welcome to spectate and can bring a camera to record the experience. Viewing is available for spectators. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash at all times. The Motor Circuit Café and the Aerodrome Café is open, selling coffees, soft drinks and hot and cold light-bites.
A map of where to go when you get to the circuit can be found here.
Goodwood Motor Circuit is committed to safeguarding the well-being of all visitors and ensuring the best possible day out is had by all. We operate a zero-tolerance policy on drugs and any person taking part in Goodwood Track Day must have ensured no alcohol is consumed prior to the experience taking place.
If you have any questions or queries our friendly team are happy to help.
Call us on 01243 755055 or email us at ticket.office@goodwood.com