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
If you are heading to Goodwood for the racing at Three Friday Nights, why not join us for a chilled and charming afternoon on The Putting Green?
If you are heading to Goodwood for the racing at Three Friday Nights, why not join us for a chilled and charming afternoon on The Putting Green?
This special daytime dining event, in partnership with Whispering Angel is where sophistication meets relaxation ahead of the excitement on the Racecourse.
There's no better way to spend time with friends before the races, as you enjoy a freshly baked pizza from our Big Green Egg clay over and savour in the atmosphere on the Putting Green our DJ plays laid-back tunes.
This is the ideal backdrop for a memorable afternoon of taking things at a more leisurely pace before our complimentary shuttle bus takes you up to all the action at The Racecourse.
Price: £35 per person, which includes a welcome glass of Whispering Angel rosé wine, nibbles for the table and your choice of freshly baked pizza.
The menu can be found here.
This event is open to members and non-members. To book, please click here.
Please note, that if you are booking for a table of 6 plus, you may be on a shared table.
For more information, please call 01243 755132 or email kennelsreservations@goodwood.com
The Rosé & Races Three Friday Nights Daytime Dining Experience in partnership with Whispering Angel is taking place from 2-6pm on Friday 7, Friday 14 and Friday 21 June 2024.
The dining package is £35 per person, which includes a welcome glass of Whispering Angel, nibbles for the table and a clay-baked pizza of your choice.
All bookings need to be reserved in advance. You can book a timeslot for dining from 2:30pm through to 4:00pm. Arrivals for the 2:30pm dining are from 2pm.
To book your timeslot, please head here.
Please note, if you are booking a table of 6 people plus, you may be sharing a table. For any questions, please email kennelsreservations@goodwood.com.
Should you wish to book lunch in The Kennels dining room for our standard lunch service, you are more than welcome. To book your dining reservation, please email kennelsreservations@goodwood.com.
We will have complimentary shuttle buses to take you up to The Racecourse after you have finished your lunch.
Yes, we will be hosting Members and their guests for dining after the races have finished for those who would like some more relaxed post-race entertainment.
Should you wish to reserve a table for dinner, email kennelsreservations@goodwood.com.
Dietary requirements will be asked at the time of booking, but should you have any further questions or queries, please email kennelsreservations@goodwood.com.
The menu can be found here. If you have a gluten or dairy intolerance, please make us aware at the time of booking and an alternative pizza option can be made available.