

Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!


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.




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




...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?


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



According to Head Butler at Goodwood House David Edney "Class, sophistication and discretion".

















Each room is named after one of the hounds documented in January 1718, including Dido, Ruby and Drummer.




Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!


Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style






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!


For safety reasons F1 cars can no longer do official timed runs so instead perform stunning demonstrations!


FOS Favourite Mad Mike Whiddett can be caught melting tyres in his incredible collection of cars (and trucks) up the hillclimb


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”.


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”.




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.


Ray Hanna famously flew straight down Goodwood’s pit straight below the height of the grandstands at the first Revival in 1998


Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.


One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.


Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.


David Edney, head Butler dons a morning suit "and a smile" every day and has been woking at Goodwood for over 25 years!




Ray Hanna famously flew straight down Goodwood’s pit straight below the height of the grandstands at the first Revival in 1998


...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?


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 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







...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?


...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?



...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?



...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?


"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto


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 red & yellow of the Racecourse can be traced back hundreds of years, even captured in our stunning Stubbs paintings in the Goodwood Collection




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!


The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.



Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.


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 famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.


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.


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.




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.


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 Annual Vehicle Display takes centre stage in front of Goodwood House, open to GRRC members and their families and friends.
The Annual Vehicle Display takes centre stage in front of Goodwood House, open to GRRC members and their families and friends.
Join the Club at Goodwood House for our popular Open Day, featuring three vehicle displays. There will be a wide range of fun activities for children and families, including fairground rides, games and face painting. Members wearing their GRRC lapel badge can also enter the House free of charge and look around the state apartments*.
The event centres around a spectacular display of our members' vehicles in front of Goodwood House. We'll be asking you to vote for your favourite vehicle and the winner will be announced at 3pm on the day.
Goodwood House will be open during the event, providing an opportunity to view the magnificent state apartments. You should note that, for conservation reasons, tickets are limited and admission will be in timed sessions. Please collect your tickets, which will be available on a first-come-first-served basis, from the Portico of Goodwood House (from 1200hrs). The first viewing will start at 1230hrs, with subsequent viewings at 30-minute intervals until 1530hrs. All members wearing their 2025 lapel badge will be admitted to the House free of charge with a valid ticket. All other guests will be admitted at the 2025 House rate: This year’s House rate is to be confirmed, do look out for further information on the website which will be released closer to the time. Please note, any members not wearing their 2025 badge will be liable to pay the 2025 House rate.


Yes, this is a GRRC members’ event.
New for 2025, in order to ensure that we cater for the number of people attending, Members must book tickets in advance, for themselves and their guests, and should wear their current GRRC membership badge and display a current GRRC windscreen sticker to gain access.
This event is not open to the GRRC Fellowship, although they may of course attend as guests of a GRRC member.
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The GRRC Annual Vehicle Display is free of charge to attend.
House tours are free for GRRC members wearing their lapel badges, but please note there is an additional cost for Goodwood House tours for non-GRRC members, payable on the day.
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Please drive to Goodwood House through Gate 2 (by the Hotel) on New Barn Hill. Parking will be in the ballroom car park or at The Pheasantry, and marshals will be on hand to guide you.
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We regret that neither Carne's Seat nor the Shell House are open to the GRRC or to the public. However, tours of the majestic Goodwood House will be available from 1230hrs.
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Yes, there will be disabled parking at the front of the ballroom car park.
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Yes, there will. We will have several concession stands and a bar.
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Yes, well behaved dogs on short-leads are welcome in the grounds. Please ensure that you clear up after your dog. Please note that dogs will not be allowed in Goodwood House.
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The Annual Vehicle Display is a GRRC member event only so you will need your 2025 GRRC membership windscreen sticker in your vehicle to be allowed entrance to the site. Friends and family will be admitted if accompanied by a current GRRC member and their tickets are pre-booked.
