Create Cherished Family Traditions at Goodwood This February Half-Term

17th January 2025

Whether it’s our sporting heritage or flagship events, unforgettable experiences are at the heart of Goodwood. This February half-term, The Goodwood Hotel is launching a series of family-friendly adventures and activities inspired by Goodwood's passions. These one-of-a-kind experiences are available exclusively for families staying at The Goodwood Hotel during school holidays.

From coding and flying drones inspired by Festival of Speed technology to embarking on forest adventures, crafting gut-healthy chocolate bars, competing in high-energy sports day challenges, perfecting swings in mini golf, and playing cricket at the historic birthplace of the sport, Goodwood’s activities are crafted to ignite imagination and create unforgettable experiences. This half-term, a stay at Goodwood is an opportunity for families to connect for quality time, adventure, and memories to treasure.

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Goodwood Revival 2021

Here's what you can explore at Goodwood this half term.

Experience:

Festival of Speed Drone Masters – Inspired by Future Technology at the iconic Festival of Speed, Goodwood has partnered up with Innovative STEM education provider, Drone City, to invite families to soar into the future with an exhilarating Drone Masters: Code and Fly Experience. Hosted at The Goodwood Hotel on Saturday 15 February, this cutting-edge STEM activity, providing a unique opportunity for children to learn coding, navigate drones through an obstacle course, learn about the technology behind the drones and step into the world of the Festival of Speed.

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Forest Adventures & Den Building – Get out into the great outdoors and connect to the natural world with The Goodwood Education Trust. Discover the joys of nature through exciting bushcraft activities like leaf printing, toasting marshmallows over an open fire, crafting your own wood cookie and relaxing in cosy hammocks.

Goodwood’s woodlands are the perfect setting for den building, we will give you everything you need to create your very own hideaway—whether it’s a fortress, a castle, or a secret retreat. 

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Sustainable Creations: Bird Feeders Reimagined – Inspire children from a young age to be passionate about wildlife as part of Goodwood’s ‘Revive & Thrive’ initiatives to rethink, repair and re-wear across the estate. This experience will see families learn how to craft a sustainable bird feeder to be taken home with them as a cherished memento.

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Kwik Cricket - Goodwood House was one of the first places where cricket was played regularly, and the earliest known rules of the game were recorded here, giving Goodwood a legitimate claim to be the birthplace of the sport. In the spirit of this, families will play a game of Kwik Cricket engaging children in the fun of the game, enjoy a net session and team game.  

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Make Your Own (Healthy) Chocolate Bars - Home to a passionate team of gut health experts, Goodwood believes in mindful indulgence and that you’re never too young to get excited about eating well. Families will be invited to make deliciously good and gut healthy chocolate bars to fuel those mini gut microbiomes.   

Energy balls making class with Head Chef Mike Watts during the Storcx Gut Health week..Client: Goodwood. .Picture date: Wednesday May 17, 2023..Photograph by Christopher Ison ©.07544044177.chris@christopherison.com.www.christopherison.com..IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING IMAGE LICENCING FOR THIS PHOTOGRAPH: This image is supplied to the client under the terms previously agreed. No sales are permitted unless expressly agreed in writing by the photographer. Sharing with third parties is prohibited without the written permission of the photographer.

Energy balls making class with Head Chef Mike Watts during the Storcx Gut Health week..Client: Goodwood. .Picture date: Wednesday May 17, 2023..Photograph by Christopher Ison ©.07544044177.chris@christopherison.com.www.christopherison.com..IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING IMAGE LICENCING FOR THIS PHOTOGRAPH: This image is supplied to the client under the terms previously agreed. No sales are permitted unless expressly agreed in writing by the photographer. Sharing with third parties is prohibited without the written permission of the photographer.

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Little Golfers - As the home of two championship golf courses, Golf At Goodwood's team of fully certified PGA professionals will run playful sessions on Goodwood’s new Short Game course, The Copse, and the driving range, designed to help junior golfers develop their skills in all aspects of the game.

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Goodwood Sports Day - At our annual Goodwood Member’s Meeting, all drivers and spectators are divided into houses, and score points where House Teams compete for the prized House Shield. Families at Goodwood Hotel will be able to enter into the competitive spirit by joining a House Team and competing for points that count towards the House Shield in this high-energy sports day.

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Goodwood Plane Tour - Once known as RAF Westhampnett, Goodwood’s airfield holds a rich history dating back to World War II, where RAF pilots trained to fly Hurricanes and Spitfires in the skies above. Visit an aircraft hangar filled with remarkable planes. Guided by our Aeroclub team, you’ll discover fascinating details about aviation and even step into the cockpit of a Cessna to experience what it’s like to be the captain.

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2024 Goodwood Revival.Goodwood, England.6th - 8th September 2024.Photo: Drew Gibson

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Explore the Motor Circuit - Home to two of Goodwood’s world-famous motorsport events – Revival and Members’ Meeting – families will be given the opportunity to explore the Goodwood Motor Circuit, whilst marvelling at the supercars and vintage cars in action on the track.

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Explore:


Families are invited to stay at The Goodwood Hotel with the magic of the whole estate and local area waiting on its doorstep. Outside of the activity programme, making the most of an afternoon exploration could include guided walks, den building, driving simulators, cycling, swimming and a delicious Little Farmers Tea-Time and Little Farmers menu at the award-winning Farmer, Butcher, Chef restaurant. February half-term at The Goodwood Hotel makes for the perfect getaway to keep the whole family entertained throughout the holidays.

All kids activities range from free to £25 per child and are suitable for all ages.

Find out more about the full range of half term kids activities here.

Building a Legacy of Family Traditions

Goodwood is not just a destination; it’s a place where family stories begin. For generations, families have returned to share the estate’s magic with their loved ones. Today, Goodwood invites you to become part of that story—whether it’s through a shared love of sports and history, a passion for adventure, or simply the joy of spending time together.

Plan Your Family Getaway

With activities designed to suit all ages, Goodwood’s half-term offerings blend fun, learning, and adventure. Whether you’re soaring into the past at the Aerodrome or crafting memories in the great outdoors, there’s something for every family to enjoy.

Book your Goodwood Hotel half term stay from £150 per night from 15-23 February 2025.

Email reservations@goodwood.com for more information.

This February, give your family the gift of adventure, connection, and timeless traditions. At Goodwood, every moment is an opportunity to make memories that last a lifetime.

 

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