Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
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.
...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?
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.
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.
The famous fighter ace, who flew his last sortie from Goodwood Aerodrome, formerly RAF Westhampnett has a statue in his honor within the airfield.
A huge variety of glassware is available for each wine, all labelled by grape type to give the best flavour profile.
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!
Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style
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.
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 the last two years, 5,800 bales have been recylced into the biomass energy centre to be used for energy generation
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 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!
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 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 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
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”.
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
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.
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.
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.
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
...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.
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 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 Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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.
...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?
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.
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.
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.
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
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!
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
The oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam
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 perfect place to settle down and listen to well-known authors, stars and illustrators, like Michael Morpurgo, Russell Kane, Clare Balding, James Middleton and Hugh Bonneville, open up a whole world of canine endeavours to feed your imagination and spark your curiosity. Our cosy bookish nook is the perfect place to reset and restore.
New for 2025, the Art Café, right alongside Literary Corner, is the perfect place for you to sit down and indulge in some mindful crafting pursuits whilst your dog has a snooze under the table. Try your hand at learning a new craft with one of our talented artisans. Have a go at printing, illustration, painting and more.
Once again, Goodwoof will display an incredible line up of architecturally designed kennels. Meticulously built and taking inspiration from the 2025 theme From Nature; For Nature, the designs have been submitted by architects from all across the world. We’re sure you’ll have your favourites and your dog will enjoy trying them for size. All proceeds from the Bonhams' Auction, taking place on the Sunday, will go to our official 2025 event charity partner, Wild at Heart Foundation.
It’s your chance to throw some shapes with your four-legged friend as renowned DJs from the Ministry of Sound play all the dancefloor fillers. Join DJ Fat Tony behind the decks as brothers Curtis and AJ Pritchard take you through your steps.
Our winding, shady and easy-to-navigate trail is back by popular demand for 2025. Dotted along the way will be the chance to learn the ancient art of truffle hunting, commune with our expert pet medium, or have your dog's tarot cards read. You'll also find along the route crystal healing, Japanese forest bathing and, new for 2025, dog astrology.
If an active walk is more your dog's speed, take up the Vitality 10,000 Steps Around Goodwoof challenge by following the signposts along the way.
Make sure you build in time for human/canine bonding in the blissful environment of the Randox Health Studio. Here, owners and their dogs can really relax as they enjoy free sessions in pilates, dog yoga (DOGA), sound bathing, reiki and the absolute bliss of dog massage. Sessions, which are included in the price of your admission ticket, take place on both Saturday and Sunday and will need to be booked on the day.
Where else can you see all of the world’s top competitors in gun and sheepdog trials gathered together in one glorious place? Goodwoof’s Field and Trail area is set amongst the Estate’s parkland, giving you a spectacular view of the breathtaking work carried out by highly trained dogs, and their amazing handlers, as they battle it out for Goodwoof’s weekend prizes. You'll also be able to watch the thrilling CaniCross competitions, an impressive showcase of the bond between dogs and their owners as they take on the off-road running course.
A brand-new area for 2025, The Green, will be the new home of the ever-popular Fastest Dog, presented by DHL, giving dogs more shade and a quieter spot in which to prepare for their 50m race against the clock. The Green, which will be found alongside that oasis of calm, the Woodland Walk, will also house a whole new range of shopping and eating opportunities perfect for those moments when your dog needs a breather.
The Wellness Centre, hosted by veterinary expert Dr Scott Miller, is the place for novice and seasoned dog owners alike to learn new tricks. Whether it’s learning ‘What is my dog saying?' to 'Why is my dog behaving like this?'; decoding the weird and wonderful secrets of your dog’s body language; picking up canine first aid and anxiety management tips or discovering how NASA research can help us care for ageing dogs, experts in The Wellness Centre will be able to provide the answer for you.
This is the spot where you and your hound can learn new tricks as our experts demonstrate how to catch, fetch and leap with style. You'll have the chance to try Flyball, Agility, Treibball and Gundog Scurries. There's no need to pre-book and all activities are available free of charge.
Be sure to visit Fido's Lido, where your dog can have a splash, cool off and make new friends after a busy day of fun-filled activities. LeShuttle's experts will also be on hand to offer advice and guidance on travelling abroad with dogs and other pets.
Dogs can stay at the Hotel, accompany their owners in the restaurants, and even join our Members’ clubhouse, The Kennels. We thought it was only fitting to dedicate an entire event to them.
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All activities included in the price of your ticket. Plus, kids and dogs go free.