The Sussex countryside comes alive throughout the year with thrilling racing events and world-renowned festivals that attract visitors from across the globe. Fontwell Park Racecourse, just a short drive from Woodshill Byres, offers an intimate racing experience with its unique figure-of-eight course. This family-friendly venue hosts both National Hunt and flat racing throughout the year, providing exciting days out with excellent viewing from the modern grandstand and traditional paddock areas.
Goodwood Racecourse, set high on the South Downs, is often considered the most beautiful racecourse in the world. The prestigious Glorious Goodwood festival in late July draws the racing elite, whilst the venue’s unique right-handed track and stunning downland setting create an atmosphere unlike any other. The racecourse’s commitment to style and tradition makes every visit memorable, whether you’re enjoying the Members’ Enclosure or the more relaxed Richmond Enclosure.
The legendary Goodwood Festival of Speed transforms the estate each July into the world’s greatest celebration of motorsport and car culture. This unique hill climb event sees everything from Formula 1 cars to historic motorcycles tackling the famous 1.16-mile course, whilst the paddocks showcase the finest examples of automotive engineering past and present.
Equally enjoyable is the Goodwood Revival, a September celebration of motor racing’s golden era from 1948-1966. Visitors are encouraged to dress in period costume, creating an authentic atmosphere as historic racing cars thunder around the Motor Circuit. The event combines thrilling racing with vintage fashion, classic aircraft displays and period entertainment, making it a truly immersive experience that captures the glamour and excitement of motorsport’s most romantic period.
