



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 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




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


Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.


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



A temple-folly guarded by two sphinxes, the beautiful shell house was built in 1748 with collected shells and the floor made from horse teeth.











Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.






The dining room is host to an original painting from the Goodwood collection of the 6th Duke as a child.






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.


Goodwood Motor Circuit was officially opened in September 1948 when Freddie March, the 9th Duke and renowned amateur racer, tore around the track in a Bristol 400




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




From 2005 to present there has been a demonstration area for the rally cars at the top of the hill


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.


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 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.


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.


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


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 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.


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 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.




Goodwood Motor Circuit was officially opened in September 1948 when Freddie March, the 9th Duke and renowned amateur racer, tore around the track in a Bristol 400


...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.


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



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?


...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.


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.


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







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 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.



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


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




Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.


Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.




Students from Chichester College are set to play a key role in the opening day of Goodwood Racecourse’s Season Opener on Friday 1 May, delivering a full restaurant experience at the Double Trigger. The takeover is part of an ongoing collaboration with Goodwood Estate and its in-house dining concept - Farmer, Butcher, Chef.
Goodwood Racecourse
Farmer Butcher Chef
Double Trigger
Horseracing
Season Opener
Horse Racing

Students from the College’s Level 3 Professional Cookery and Level 3 BTEC Year 2 courses will work alongside industry professionals in a live hospitality setting, showcasing their culinary talent. Supporting both kitchen production and front-of-house service, students will gain first-hand insight into the pace, precision and high standards expected at premium venues such as Goodwood Racecourse.
This initiative reflects the College’s commitment to industry-led learning, building on a partnership with Goodwood that has developed over several years and provides students with meaningful, real-world experiences.
The Season Opener menu will feature high-quality, locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Students will assist in preparing and serving dishes such as Goodwood pork terrine to start, South Coast hake for the main course, and an indulgent dessert option including dark chocolate cremosa.
The students have already developed their experience through a series of practical opportunities, including working alongside Goodwood chefs during a takeover at the College’s Restaurant 64. They have also benefitted from specialist butchery, culinary, and food and beverage masterclasses, alongside competitive in-college challenges designed to reflect industry standards.

Diane Jackson, Head of Learning at Chichester College, said: “Opportunities like the Double Trigger takeover are invaluable for our students. Working in a live, high-pressure environment alongside industry professionals allows them to build confidence, refine their skills and understand what it takes to succeed in hospitality.”
As the Goodwood racing season begins, the Double Trigger restaurant takeover provides a platform for students to demonstrate their abilities in a high-profile setting, while highlighting the role of vocational education in preparing the next generation of hospitality professionals.
You can book a table for the Double Trigger Restaurant during Season Opener (Friday 1 to Saturday 2 May) and throughout the season, where other local award-winning establishments are set to deliver high-class dining experiences at goodwood.com/horseracing.
Goodwood Racecourse
Farmer Butcher Chef
Double Trigger
Horseracing
Season Opener
Horse Racing