



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".




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




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?




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



The replica of the original Axminster carpet is so lavish that the President of Bulgaria came to visit it before its departure!









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!


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!






The dining room is host to an original painting from the Goodwood collection of the 6th Duke as a child.


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.


Found on the lawn at FOS is the finest concours d'elegance in the world, where the most beautiful cars are presented


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






Goodwood’s pigs are a mix of two rare breeds (Gloucester Old Spots and Saddlebacks) plus the Large White Boar.


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!




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


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










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.


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




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






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


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.




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?


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.


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.





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?


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.


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






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





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




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


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




Flying training began at Goodwood in 1940 when pilots were taught operational flying techniques in Hurricanes and Spitfires.
Renowned as the most beautiful racecourse in the world, Goodwood Racecourse will welcome racegoers to 19 exceptional fixtures from May through October.
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The 2026 season promises something for everyone: get ready for Glorious at May Festival, soak up the atmosphere at the iconic Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar, and dance the night away at the electrifying Three Friday Nights.
May Fixtures - Get ready for Glorious
The highly anticipated 2026 flat racing season at Goodwood Racecourse gets underway with Season Opener (1–2 May), the first opportunity to get into the summer garden party spirit. Get Glorious ready: as well as two thrilling days of horseracing at May Festival (22–23 May), it’s also the perfect chance to find outfit and styling inspiration ahead of our headline event, Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar.

Three Friday Nights - Unforgettable evenings
Three Friday Nights is a unique combination of horseracing and live DJ sets. Following the conclusion of thrilling horseracing, the Parade Ring is transformed into an open‑air dance floor, hosting performances by internationally renowned DJs. Three Friday Nights (5, 12, 19 June) offers racegoers and music enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy summer evenings with horseracing followed by exceptional live entertainment. Details of the 2026 line-up will be announced in due course.

Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar
The ultimate week watching the best horses on the track, exquisite garden party fashion and hospitality packages to suit all, Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar (28 July to 1 August) is a highlight of the British horseracing season. This unmissable fixture offers five days of high-adrenaline horseracing. Owners, trainers and jockeys all aspire to etch their names into Goodwood Racecourse history by winning its most coveted contests, including the Visit Qatar Sussex Stakes, the Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup, and the Qatar Nassau Stakes.
Reap the benefits of our early bird window, saving 15% on tickets when booking before 31 May Qatar Goodwood Festival presented by Visit Qatar.
August Bank Holiday - Family days out
Make the most of the summer bank holiday weekend with fun for all the family. August Bank Holiday Racing (28–30 August) is an enchanting social occasion, offering world-class racing and a nostalgic summer atmosphere alongside Friday evening’s spectacular fireworks display. For an earlier chance to enjoy a day of racing over the Sussex Downs, Family Raceday (7 June) delivers superb family entertainment with traditional fairground rides, magical acts and live music.

Season Finale
Embracing the changing autumnal scenery, Season Finale (11 October) is the ideal October day out for family and friends, with its laid-back, country-style atmosphere. Toast marshmallows by the fire pits and catch a glimpse of next year’s racing prospects with two‑year‑old races and several handicaps. The first race of the day turns attention to the return of the jump season, as leading National Hunt jockeys take centre stage, and we celebrate another momentous flat racing season on Goodwood’s glorious track. Autumn Racing (8 & 23 September) also offers the perfect chance to treat yourself and friends to a competitive afternoon of action while soaking up the last of the summer sunshine.
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