

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


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




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




Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.




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


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 origins of the collection lay in the possessions of Louise de Keroualle, Duchess of Portsmouth, and Duchess of Aubigny in France, to whom some of the paintings originally belonged.









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!


Festival of Speed is our longest-standing Motorsport event, starting in 1993 when it opened to 25,00 people. We were expecting 2000!






Mattresses and eiderdowns are stuffed with wool from the Goodwood Estate.


Easy boy! The charismatic Farnham Flyer loved to celebrate every win with a pint of beer. His Boxer dog, Grogger, did too and had a tendancy to steal sips straight from the glass.


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


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".




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".


Easy boy! The charismatic Farnham Flyer loved to celebrate every win with a pint of beer. His Boxer dog, Grogger, did too and had a tendancy to steal sips straight from the glass.




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


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”.


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.


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


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.




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.


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




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


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.




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?


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.




Ray Hanna famously flew straight down Goodwood’s pit straight below the height of the grandstands at the first Revival in 1998


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



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?



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


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?




Leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.


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.


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









"En la rose je fleurie" or "Like the rose, I flourish" is part of the Richmond coat of Arms and motto


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!


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.


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


A 20m woodland rue, from Halnaker to Lavant, was planted by our forestry teams & volunteers, featuring native species like oak, beech, & hornbeam


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




Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.
From £3,250 per person
Presented by Spitfires.com
Strap in and feel the roar of a Rolls-Royce Merlin as you take off in a TR9 Spitfire. Fly over the South Coast, enjoy aerobatics, and get hands-on time at the controls.
Strap in and feel the roar of the 27-litre Rolls-Royce Merlin as you taxy out for pre-flight checks and take-off. Fly the TR9 Spitfire over the stunning South Coast and English Channel. Marvel at its iconic elliptical wings and, if you choose aerobatics, experience the power, agility, and grace of this legendary aircraft. You’ll even get hands-on time at the controls.
We operate five 1940s Spitfires, including three two-seat TR9s and two Mk IXs - featuring the iconic Silver Spitfire, G-IRTY. The TR9s, converted from original Mk IXs, are used for passenger flights and training. Each is powered by a legendary Rolls-Royce Merlin V12, delivering pure wartime power.
With only 60–70 airworthy Spitfires remaining out of 22,500 built, flying in one is a rare and unforgettable honour. Each of our aircraft has wartime history, from training to active service. The two-seat Tr9s were originally Mk IXs, faithfully converted using Vickers Supermarine factory blueprints.
Take to the skies in a Spitfire TR9 from Goodwood, flying along the coast with optional formation or aerobatic flights. Take the controls yourself and experience the power, agility, and grace of this legendary aircraft. An unforgettable journey through history.
Spitfire experience routes:
30-minute (English Channel)
Fly over the beautiful South Downs National Park to the English Channel.
35-minute (Southampton)
Enjoy the ultimate coastal patrol experience and fly close to Southampton, the birthplace of the Spitfire.
45-minute (Isle of Wight)
From the historic Goodwood Aerodrome, you'll fly over the Isle of Wight to the white cliffs at The Needles.
55-minute (Beachy Head)
Extended flight along the coast to Beachy Head, an iconic White Cliffs landmark associated with the Spitfire and its returning from battle.
75-minute (Battle of Britain Memorial at Capel le Ferne)
Fly across to Beachy Head, the Battle of Britain Memorial at Capel le Ferne and over the iconic White Cliffs of Dover.
45-minute (Spitfire Formation Experience for Two)
Fly over to the Needles in formation with a friend to the iconic White Cliffs landmark associated with the Spitfire and its returning from battle.
Please note that actual airborne times will be approximately 10 minutes less than stated experience times stated below to allow for take-off and landing.
During WWII, Goodwood Aerodrome - then known as RAF Westhampnett - was an active fighter station, home to Spitfire squadrons that defended Britain’s skies. Today, the roar of Merlin engines still echo across the airfield as restored Spitfires return to the very runways they once flew from.
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.
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.
Comfortable clothing is recommended along with enclosed footwear. Clothing made of man-made fibres such as polyester, acrylic or nylon MUST be avoided. A cotton shirt, cotton/wool jumper, jeans and/or cotton/wool trousers are ideal. Footwear such as leather shoes or boots should be worn, if possible.
Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
To redeem your voucher, please contact Spitfires on 01243 531147.


A dream fulfilled. What a fabulous experience! The team were wonderful, helpful and very friendly which added to the day. This is an experience not to be missed!
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