



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 red & yellow of the Racecourse can be traced back hundreds of years, even captured in our stunning Stubbs paintings in the Goodwood Collection




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.




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


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


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



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.









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!








Extracts from the 4th & 5th Dukes diaries are on display with red ink used to highlight great things that had happened.


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


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".


For the last two years, 5,800 bales have been recylced into the biomass energy centre to be used for energy generation


Future Lab is Goodwood's innovation pavilion, inspiring industry enthusiasts and future scientists with dynamic tech


Our replica of the famous motor show showcases the "cars of the future" in true Revival style


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


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.










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


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


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


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


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.


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


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






...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 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.


...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.


G. Stubbs (1724–1806) created some of the animal portraiture masterpieces at Goodwood House, combining anatomical exactitude with expressive details


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


...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.


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




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!


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 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.


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


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.


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).


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


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


Testament to the 19th-century fascination with ancient Egypt and decorative opulence. The room is richly detailed with gilded cartouches, sphinxes, birds and crocodiles.
Take control of a state of the art training aircraft, equipped with the latest avionics technology.
Try your hand at flying in the modern Cessna, probably the most popular training aircraft in the world. You will take control of the aircraft under the guidance of one of our experienced instructors while enjoying the stunning scenery in our local area. You can take a lesson for 30, 45 or 60 minutes, which will count towards your qualification if you decide to continue training.
The Cessna 172 is a single-engine, high-wing aircraft known for its stability and ease of handling. Its comfortable cockpit, excellent visibility, and forgiving flight characteristics make it perfect for beginners.
Goodwood Flying School has offered training since 1968. Today, it continues that legacy with modern Cessna aircraft, as well as a vintage training option in the Piper Cub. Combining heritage with high training standards, it provides a unique and inspiring environment in which to learn to fly.
Maximum weight 18 stone. All students and passengers must have a good understanding of the English language for briefing and instruction purposes. Everyone flying must be in reasonable health and able to climb into and out of the aircraft. Please note: anyone deemed to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to fly.
There are no age restrictions on these lessons, but if you would like to continue training towards a licence following your experience, you will need to be over 14.
We will do everything we can to ensure that you have a great day, but we cannot influence the weather! Please contact us before you leave for the aerodrome, or the afternoon before if you have an early flight. The final weather decision will be made by your Instructor and you will of course be informed if there is any change to the plan.
For a 30 minute flight, please allow 60 minutes, including the briefing and your 30-minute flight, with 20 minutes airborne.
For a 45 minute flight please allow 90 minutes, including the briefing and your 45-minute flight, with 35 minutes airborne.
For a 60 minute flight please allow 2 hours, including the briefing and your 60-minute flight, with 50 minutes airborne.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time to book in.
There is plenty of space for friends and family to come and watch you take off and land. We do ask that children are supervised at all times.
Comfort is definitely the order of the day. Please wear flat shoes. Make sure you bring your sunglasses too!
Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
To redeem your voucher, please contact the Flying School on 01243 755066.



