

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


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




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.




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




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


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 iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.



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!


For safety reasons F1 cars can no longer do official timed runs so instead perform stunning demonstrations!






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




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!


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.


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


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!


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 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


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


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 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.


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 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.




David Edney, head Butler dons a morning suit "and a smile" every day and has been woking at Goodwood for over 25 years!




Goodwood Motor Circuit was officially opened in September 1948 when Freddie March, the 9th Duke and renowned amateur racer, tore around the track in a Bristol 400


...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 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 iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.



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?


...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.


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.


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


One of the greatest golfers of all time, James Braid designed Goodwood’s iconic Downland course, opened in 1914.


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









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.


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


The iconic spitfire covered almost 43,000 kilometres and visited over 20 countries on its epic journey and currently resides at our Aerodrome.


The oldest existing rules for the game were drawn up for a match between the 2nd Duke and a neighbour




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).


Our gin uses wild-grown botanicals sourced from the estate, and is distilled with mineral water naturally chalk-filtered through the South Downs.
Goodwoof 2026 is officially underway! Under glorious sunshine, thousands of dogs and their humans gathered for a spectacular first day of canine celebrations at The Kennels. If you missed Saturday, tickets for Sunday 17 May are still available to purchase online and at the gate — so there’s still time to join the fun.
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An unforgettable Opening Parade
This morning kicked off with a memorable celebration of rescue dogs, as hundreds of dogs and owners were welcomed by blue skies while proceeding from Goodwood House to the iconic Goodwoof letters. The parade marked the start of our rescue dog celebrations, with each dog taking part having their own unique rescue story. Thank you to all the humans and hounds who took part!

Fluff and Scruffles join the fun
One of the weekend’s most anticipated arrivals came today as Fluff and Scruffles embarked on their mission to sniff out new friends and find their forever homes. Launching at Goodwoof today, event-goers were treated to a first look at these brand new Jellycat toys, including the very first opportunity to buy one of their own.
The LEGO® kennel touches down
It’s one small step for man, one giant leap for dog kind! The LEGO U-Woof-O has landed at Barkitecture presented by Cazenove Capital, alongside 15 other kennels celebrating this year’s theme: Dogs in Space. Be there tomorrow to join the list of intrepid astro-hounds to test the kennels out. Don’t forget, tomorrow will be your only chance to bid on these interstellar designs in the charity auction for Battersea.
Famous faces and incredible stories
Fan-favourite Literary Corner returned with a line-up of incredible authors bringing remarkable stories to life! Joining us today were Clare Balding, Sir Michael Morpurgo, Bill Bailey and many more. Visit the timetable to find out who will be joining the likes of Martin Clunes and Hugh Bonneville on-stage for more incredible tales and heartwarming stories.
The Zen Den makes its debut
New for 2026, the Zen Den offered a calming retreat for dogs and owners alike. Visitors explored everything from tarot readings and crystal healing to pet astrology and truffle hunting, making it one of the weekend’s most talked-about new experiences.
Striking a pose in Chien Charmant
The event’s most fashionable and charming pairings came together this afternoon in a brilliant display of human and canine companionship! The judges at Chien Charmant — Goodwoof’s playful twist on ‘Best in Show’ — were dazzled by the creativity, charm and style on display as owners and dogs took to the stage in unforgettable outfits.
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