From 2005 to present there has been a demonstration area for the rally cars at the top of the hill
Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style
Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
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.
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!
Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
Within the boot room are hooks for 20 people, enough for all of the Lodges 10 bedrooms.
The Fiat S76 or "Beast of Turin" is a Goodwood favourite and can usually be heard before it is seen at #FOS
Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style
FOS Favourite Mad Mike Whiddett can be caught melting tyres in his incredible collection of cars (and trucks) up the hillclimb
Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!
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 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 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.
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
The Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
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
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 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.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
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.
Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
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!
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.
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 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!
"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto
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).
Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
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
Speaking with bride, Lara, she said:
“Our wedding day at Goodwood House was everything we could have wished it to be, and more. The Estate was the most beautiful setting, surrounded by fields and beautiful trees in the parkland. The grandeur of the house was the perfect backdrop. We loved the formal rooms as they had such relaxed and romantic feeling about them.
From the moment we arrived the staff were so attentive, friendly and professional; they really made us feel special. The food was delicious, even the vegetarian course was unforgettable. We really didn’t want the day to end!"
For any bride and groom your wedding day has many highlights, however for Lara and Ben the highlights lasted for more than just one day.
“With Goodwood, it wasn’t just the day itself that was a highlight, it was the whole planning and build up to it. I loved visiting the showcase events at the House, the food tasting was delicious and being able to pick our hotel rooms was good fun!
One of my favourite, most cherished moments of the day itself (as well as marrying my husband of course!) was the sneak peek we had of the Ballroom before all our guests came through. The Head Butler, David came to get us to show us the Ballroom and I’ll never forget the beautiful warm smell of the flowers with the glow of many candles flickering about the grand space. Everything was just perfect and seeing our vision come together in the awe-inspiring Ballroom was a moment we will never forget.”
Goodwood House was the easiest decision out of all our wedding plans. It felt like we were entertaining in our own home for the day.
Lara Wilson Bride
Our team of Goodwood House staff work tirelessly to ensure your day runs smoothly. Lara said:
“The Goodwood team were welcoming and accommodating from the very beginning. Our wedding planner, Hannah was a pleasure to deal with. She took on board all of our wishes for the day and nothing was a hassle. It was wonderful having someone at the end of the phone I could chat through ideas with, discussing all the little details from the fold of the napkins, to the live band. The recommended suppliers list was also really helpful with the whole planning, as there is so much peace of mind in knowing it was a trusted supplier.
On the day itself the staff were exceptional and professionally presented; from the waitresses’ uniforms, to the Head Butlers hand shake and reassuring words, they really made us feel so special. It felt like we were entertaining in our own home for the day. David knew what we wanted before we even knew we wanted it!”
When describing Goodwood House as a wedding venue, the couple collectively said:
“Goodwood House is a venue that oozes history and elegance. We absolutely love history, so to be surrounded in such a wonderful opulent setting with royal portraits, historical artefacts and heirlooms was a real treat. We loved the fact that we could really make the venue our own for the day.
We also loved that the Goodwood Hotel was just at the end of the drive, with beautiful contemporary bedrooms and a cosy bar to finish the night off with bacon sandwiches and a final G&T!"
And lastly, we asked Lara and Ben why they chose Goodwood House as the venue for special day.
“Goodwood House was the easiest decision out of all our wedding plans; it had always been my dream venue! We’ve lived in the area for almost 30 years and have been to many of the Goodwood events, so it has always been a place full of happy memories for us. Goodwood House was the first and only venue we visited for our wedding, we fell in love with it even more when we visited and booked it that evening!”
Photography - Pippa Mackenzie
Florist - White Lilac
Dress - Designed by Sassi Holford
Stationary - Designed by Lara Wilson
Suit Hire - John Goodridge Menswear
Band - The All Stars
Chair Covers - 88 Events
Table Plan - Hand drawn and designed by Ruth Spiller
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