

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 inaugural BARC Members' Meeting took place at Goodwood on 13th Augurst 1949.


After the first public race meeting in 1902, 'Glorious Goodwood' became a highlight of the summer season.




King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.




...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 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.









As the private clubhouse for all of the Estate’s sporting and social members, it offers personal service and a relaxed atmosphere


Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.






Each room has it's own button to ring for James (your butler) whenever and whatever you need him for.


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.






When the 9th Duke won the Double Twelve at Brooklands in 1931 he never drove without it throughout his successful driving career.


The Revival takes you back to the original Goodwood era from 1948-1966.




Early Revivals saw the likes of Stirling Moss and Jack Brabham return to competitive racing.


"Give me Goodwood on a summers' day and you can forget the rest."


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.


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


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 the first public race meeting in 1902, 'Glorious Goodwood' 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.


Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.


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 most prestigious event in historic motorsport, the race that everyone wants to win.


The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.




Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.


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?


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


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.


The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.


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?



...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.


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









After the first public race meeting in 1902, 'Glorious Goodwood' became a highlight of the summer season.


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




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.



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


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).


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).


The oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour


4 doors in the lodge were rescued from salvage and expertly split to ensure they meet modern fire standards before being fitted.


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.


Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
January is hard. Christmas is over, it's freezing outside and there's little to look forward to in the diary. It’s the month when resolutions get tested and Blue Monday looms. If you’ve ever found yourself wishing January away, you’re not alone.
But this year, we’re turning things around. At Goodwood, we’re saying goodbye to the winter blues and helping you discover moments of joy to brighten your January.
What better way to look after yourself than by letting us look after you here at Goodwood?
Make December the month your January self will thank you for. Find your joy this January at Goodwood. Explore your joy below…
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Cottages
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If joy comes on a plate, you’ll find it here. Escape to The Goodwood Hotel for a food-lovers retreat that combines relaxation with culinary delights. Enjoy an overnight stay in the heart of the Sussex countryside and dinner at our award-winning Farmer, Butcher, Chef restaurant.
Here, dishes celebrate estate-reared beef, pork and lamb from Goodwood Home Farm, with hearty Butcher’s Boards and a menu that evolves with the seasons. After a restful night in your Signature Room, start the next day with a delicious breakfast to set you on your way.
From £210 for two people for an overnight stay in a Signature Room, dinner and breakfast.
Contact reservations@goodwood.com to book your foodie getaway.

Turn festive season fatigue into a distant memory with our Sunday Spa Escape. Settle into a luxurious Signature Room, indulge in dinner and breakfast at Farmer, Butcher, Chef and unwind at Goodwood Health & Wellbeing with serene poolside moments and jacuzzi and steam room before a deeply relaxing 30-minute Hot Stone Back Massage. Let the warmth of volcanic stones melt away tension and set the tone for a serene week ahead.
From £199 per person.
Contact reservations@goodwood.com to book your Sunday Spa Escape.

For ultimate cosiness, book a stay in one of our charming, dog-friendly self-catering cottages. Perfectly embodying the Danish concept of hygge, our cottages are your winter sanctuary. Picture this: after a refreshing walk on the estate with your dog, you return to snuggle by a log fire, wrapped in blankets, with a glass of red wine in hand and a good book for company. What could be better?
Your home-from-home awaits at the Goodwood Cottages on the Goodwood Estate.

Beyond our joyful January stays, we offer an endless range of activities to lift your spirits this January:

Estate
things to do
things to see
Farmer Butcher Chef
Goodwood Hotel
Health & Wellbeing
Health and Wellbeing
Cottages
Experiences
Experience gifts