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".
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
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
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
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.
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!
Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech
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
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!
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".
The Fiat S76 or "Beast of Turin" is a Goodwood favourite and can usually be heard before it is seen at #FOS
Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
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!
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 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.
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.
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.
For safety reasons F1 cars can no longer do official timed runs so instead perform stunning demonstrations!
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.
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 Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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.
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 Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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.
The origins of the collection lay in the possessions of Louise de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth, and Duchess of Aubigny in France, to whom some of the paintings originally belonged.
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.
Flying jetpacks doesn't have to just be a spectator sport at FOS, you can have a go at our very own Aerodrome!
As the private clubhouse for all of the Estate’s sporting and social members, it offers personal service and a relaxed atmosphere
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
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).
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.
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
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
The oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour
There is a prevailing myth about ageing: that growing older inevitably means losing enjoyment in life, vitality and a sense of spirit and adventure, but what if the opposite were in fact true? What if, by challenging the common misconceptions around ageing and coming from living with a sense of excitement and wonder, you could in fact turn the tide on time?
Dr Sam Watts, MCMA, Dip Ayu, MSc, BSc (Hons) PhD of Mind Body Medical and a facilitator at Goodwood’s Active Longevity Retreat shares what he learned about the secrets of youth from a 98-year-old Greek woman and how awe and curiosity can help you keep younger for longer.
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Dr Sam Watts, facilitator at Goodwood’s Active Longevity Retreat says that there are many misconceptions about ageing, “The status quo says that as we age, we lose our enjoyment in life, our vitality, and our vivaciousness, but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Maintaining a sense of awe, of excitement, wanting to get up in the morning, get out and get living is correlated to a whole raft of improvements in physiological health, immunological health, and quality of life. All those things together conspire to help us to live longer, enjoying better health and greater vitality.”
Last summer, Dr Watts holidayed on the Greek island of Crete, where he had the privilege of meeting a super fit, extremely healthy 98-year-old woman. He says, “I asked her if she had one piece of advice to help others who want to thrive into later years, what that would be?
I expected her to give me dietary advice about, say, good red wine or olive oil, but she came back to me instantly and said that she lives her life through the eyes of a child and that is the key to her longevity. She lives with excitement, awe, wonder and enthusiasm.”
This simple yet profound piece of advice is backed by clinical research. Studies have shown that cultivating a sense of awe can lead to significant improvements in overall wellbeing. Awe stimulates the release of positive hormones, reduces stress, and boosts the immune system, all of which are crucial for maintaining health in later life.
The Science of Awe and Vitality
Awe has been shown to increase levels of interleukin-6, a molecule linked to reduced inflammation, while lowering cortisol levels, the stress hormone that negatively impacts longevity. By living with a sense of childlike wonder and excitement, we activate physiological processes that protect our health, boost our immune systems and promote longer, healthier lives.
Tips for Cultivating Awe in Everyday Life
If you’re searching for ways to implement Dr Watts’ advice and infuse more awe into your daily life, consider these simple practices:
Explore new experiences
Whether it’s travelling to a new place, trying a new hobby, or simply walking a different route in your neighbourhood, exposing yourself to new experiences helps keep your mind sharp and curious.
Spend time in nature
Nature is a powerful source of awe. Take a walk in the park, watch a sunset, or spend time gardening to reconnect with the natural world.
Practice mindfulness
Mindfulness and meditation can help you appreciate the present moment, fostering a sense of wonder in everyday activities.
Connect with others
Social connections, especially with younger generations, can help reignite a sense of awe and wonder in the world. Engage in conversations, learn from others and keep an open mind to trying new things.
Stay curious
Approach life with curiosity, always asking questions and seeking to understand more about the world around you. Read, learn, and engage with topics that excite you.
As Dr Watts points out, “Maintaining a sense of awe, of excitement, wanting to get up in the morning, get out and get living is correlated to a whole raft of improvements in physiological health, immunological health and quality of life.”
Living with vitality at any age is possible—and it starts with how we view the world.
Find out more about Goodwood's wellbeing experiences and ways to live well into later years at the Active Longevity Retreat, which takes place at The Goodwood Estate amongst the beautiful West Sussex countryside.
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