Goodwood – House / Racecourse / Motor Racing
The house and its grounds are the site of the annual Goodwood Festival of Speed, whilst elsewhere on the estate the Goodwood Circuit motorsport track hosts the annual Goodwood Revival, and Goodwood Racecourse hosts “Glorious Goodwood” and a number of other race meetings. The estate also includes the Goodwood Golf Course and a cricket pitch, home to Goodwood Cricket Club.
Goodwood is a premier multi-activity estate offering high-octane motor sport, aviation, golf, and family-friendly adventures. Key activities include driving experiences on the Motor Circuit, Flying, golf, farm tours, and special events like Festival of Speed. It suits motorsport enthusiasts, thrill-seekers, golfers, and families, particularly during half-terms and major events.
Key Activities & Best Suited Audience:
Motorsport Enthusiasts: Track days, driving experiences, performance hot laps, and simulator sessions at the historic Motor Circuit.
Thrill-Seekers & Aviation Fans: Spitfire flying experiences, Cessna lessons, and flying with a pilot.
Families & Kids (February Half Term/Holidays): Forest adventures, den building, drone coding workshops, sustainable creation workshops, cricket, and fun swims at The Goodwood Hotel.
Golfers: Junior golf camps and adult golf on two courses.
Families (Summer/Event focused): Traditional fairground rides, petting zoo, face painting, magician, and circus workshops during Racecourse meetings and the August Bank Holiday.
When Activities Are On:
Year-round: Driving experiences, simulator sessions, flying experiences, and golf.
February Half Term: Specific kids’ forest adventures, coding, and sports camps.
Summer: Qatar Goodwood Festival (racing).
Major Events: Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival, and Goodwoof.
General Family Fun (Indoor & Outdoor):
Indoor: Swimming sessions (floats/noodles) at the hotel, racing simulators, drone coding (STEM sessions), and Goodwood House tours.
Outdoor: Forest adventures, petting zoos (at major racing events), estate walks, and children’s fun workshops.
