FOS Favourite Mad Mike Whiddett can be caught melting tyres in his incredible collection of cars (and trucks) up the hillclimb
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.
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?
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
"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto
Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.
Dido is traditionally for the host, but every single room is designed with personal touches from Cindy Leveson and the Duke & Duchess of Richmond.
Inspired by the legendary racer, Masten Gregory, who famously leapt from the cockpit of his car before impact when approaching Woodcote Corner in 1959.
Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!
Sir Stirling Moss was one of the founding patrons of the Festival of Speed, and a regular competitor at the Revival.
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 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.
Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!
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 ever horsebox was used from Goodwood to Doncaster for the 1836 St. Leger. Elis arrived fresh and easily won his owner a £12k bet.
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
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
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 Motor Circuit was known as RAF Westhampnett, active from 1940 to 1946 as a Battle of Britain station.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
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!
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.
The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.
...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.
One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.
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 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?
...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.
...plan strategy in an ancient woodland, enjoy award-winning dining then drive around a racetrack?
King Edward VII (who came almost every year) famously dubbed Glorious Goodwood “a garden party with racing tacked on”.
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!
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.
Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.
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 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.
Family time is the best time. That's why we offer a delightful array of activities designed just for our younger guests staying at The Goodwood Hotel, ensuring they have as much fun as the grown-ups.
This October Half Term, The Goodwood Hotel is brimming with family fun – from spooky Halloween parties and pumpkin painting to woodland adventures, drone football and remote-control racing. With activities designed for curious little ones through to thrill-seeking teens, there’s something to keep every child entertained.
Whether it’s den building and marshmallow toasting in the woods, stepping into a cockpit at Goodwood Aerodrome, or taking the wheel in a Junior Driving Experience, our half term line-up promises unforgettable adventures for the whole family to enjoy together.
Gather family at The Kennels and wonder at our awe-inspiring bonfire before we light up the night’s sky with an unspoilt view of our famous fireworks display.
Get creative and paint your very own spooky pumpkin to take home, just in time for Halloween. Perfect for kids, this fun-filled activity lets little artists bring their Halloween imaginations to life.
Paint directly on leaves to create colourful patterns, or use leaves to make fun animals such as a leaf hedgehog. Let your creativity fall into place with this nature-inspired art activity.
children’s swim times are between the hours of 12pm – 6pm Monday to Friday and between 10am – 6pm Saturday and Sunday. Open to hotel guests, members and those with day guest passes.
Throughout your stay, experience the thrill of high-speed racing from prime vantage points around Goodwood’s iconic Motor Circuit. Watch world-class cars zip past on one of the UK’s most historic and scenic tracks.
Discover your inner Sir Stirling Moss, as you take on the historic Motor Circuit from the Simulator Suite on Brooklands Lawn. Feel every part of the challenging track as you get to know all of its demanding corners, quick straights, and tight chicanes. Set lap times with your competitors and attempt to make it on to the Motor Circuit leader board.
Those Under-17 can get behind the wheel for the first time at Goodwood Motor Circuit. Start with the Young Driver Learner Experience and progress through three exciting Missions on the Dynamic Training Zone. Receive a Young Driver Log Book to help track development. Once all three missions are complete, juniors can complete the programme with the Young Drivers Graduation Experience which takes place on the 2.4-mile circuit.
Join us in the cosy Cinema Room for a spook-tacular line-up of children’s Halloween favourites - like Coraline, Hocus Pocus and Scooby-Doo. Perfect for little ghouls and goblins to sit back, relax and enjoy some festive fun on the screen.
Let your imagination soar this Halloween! Kids can trace their bodies on giant sheets of paper and design their own costumes using paint, pens and colours. From spooky skeletons to magical witches, bring your Halloween vision to life on paper.
Our Junior Golf Camps are perfect for children aged 5 - 13, welcoming young golfers of all skill levels to an exciting and supportive environment. Led by our expert coaching team, these sessions combine fun and skill-building to help kids grow in confidence while mastering every aspect of the game.
Our Junior Golf Camps are perfect for children aged 5 - 13, welcoming young golfers of all skill levels to an exciting and supportive environment. Led by our expert coaching team, these sessions combine fun and skill-building to help kids grow in confidence while mastering every aspect of the game.
Throughout your stay, experience the thrill of high-speed racing from prime vantage points around Goodwood’s iconic Motor Circuit. Watch world-class cars zip past on one of the UK’s most historic and scenic tracks.
Gather family at The Kennels and wonder at our awe-inspiring bonfire before we light up the night’s sky with an unspoilt view of our famous fireworks display.
Our Junior Golf Camps are perfect for children aged 5 - 13, welcoming young golfers of all skill levels to an exciting and supportive environment. Led by our expert coaching team, these sessions combine fun and skill-building to help kids grow in confidence while mastering every aspect of the game.
Those Under-17 can get behind the wheel for the first time at Goodwood Motor Circuit. Start with the Young Driver Learner Experience and progress through three exciting Missions on the Dynamic Training Zone. Receive a Young Driver Log Book to help track development. Once all three missions are complete, juniors can complete the programme with the Young Drivers Graduation Experience which takes place on the 2.4-mile circuit.
Throughout your stay, experience the thrill of high-speed racing from prime vantage points around Goodwood’s iconic Motor Circuit. Watch world-class cars zip past on one of the UK’s most historic and scenic tracks.
Our Junior Golf Camps are perfect for children aged 5 - 13, welcoming young golfers of all skill levels to an exciting and supportive environment. Led by our expert coaching team, these sessions combine fun and skill-building to help kids grow in confidence while mastering every aspect of the game.
Discover your inner Sir Stirling Moss, as you take on the historic Motor Circuit from the Simulator Suite on Brooklands Lawn. Feel every part of the challenging track as you get to know all of its demanding corners, quick straights, and tight chicanes. Set lap times with your competitors and attempt to make it on to the Motor Circuit leader board.
Throughout your stay, experience the thrill of high-speed racing from prime vantage points around Goodwood’s iconic Motor Circuit. Watch world-class cars zip past on one of the UK’s most historic and scenic tracks.
Our Junior Golf Camps are perfect for children aged 5 - 13, welcoming young golfers of all skill levels to an exciting and supportive environment. Led by our expert coaching team, these sessions combine fun and skill-building to help kids grow in confidence while mastering every aspect of the game.
Throughout your stay, experience the thrill of high-speed racing from prime vantage points around Goodwood’s iconic Motor Circuit. Watch world-class cars zip past on one of the UK’s most historic and scenic tracks.
Our Junior Golf Camps are perfect for children aged 5 - 13, welcoming young golfers of all skill levels to an exciting and supportive environment. Led by our expert coaching team, these sessions combine fun and skill-building to help kids grow in confidence while mastering every aspect of the game.
Throughout your stay, experience the thrill of high-speed racing from prime vantage points around Goodwood’s iconic Motor Circuit. Watch world-class cars zip past on one of the UK’s most historic and scenic tracks.
This half term, become a young gun and try your hand at Clay Pigeon Shooting. Learn the basics and safety of shooting and discover this highly skilled sport, a stone’s throw below the Trundle. Please note, this activity is open to children aged 12 - 18 years old.
Our Junior Golf Camps are perfect for children aged 5 - 13, welcoming young golfers of all skill levels to an exciting and supportive environment. Led by our expert coaching team, these sessions combine fun and skill-building to help kids grow in confidence while mastering every aspect of the game.
Discover your inner Sir Stirling Moss, as you take on the historic Motor Circuit from the Simulator Suite on Brooklands Lawn. Feel every part of the challenging track as you get to know all of its demanding corners, quick straights, and tight chicanes. Set lap times with your competitors and attempt to make it on to the Motor Circuit leader board.
Those Under-17 can get behind the wheel for the first time at Goodwood Motor Circuit. Start with the Young Driver Learner Experience and progress through three exciting Missions on the Dynamic Training Zone. Receive a Young Driver Log Book to help track development. Once all three missions are complete, juniors can complete the programme with the Young Drivers Graduation Experience which takes place on the 2.4-mile circuit.
Nestled on the historic Goodwood Estate near Chichester West Sussex, our hotel offers a tranquil escape with luxurious rooms, award-winning dining options, and an array of activities to choose from.
Whether you’re looking for a peaceful getaway or an active family adventure, The Goodwood Hotel promises comfort, style and unforgettable memories.
Make family dining even easier. As a hotel guest, order a main course at Goodwood Bar & Grill and up to two children aged 12 and under (one child’s meal per adult main meal) can enjoy their meal for free. No fuss, no extra cost, just more time to enjoy every moment together. Available from Saturday 25 October until Sunday 2 November 2025.