Goodwood House
Known for its racing and its motors, an ancient estate with an aristocratic mansion at its heart.
Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PX
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible toilets
A superb stately home at the heart of a sporting estate, home to the Dukes of Richmond and their magnificent art collection for over 300 years.
Goodwood houses some astonishing treasures, including celebrated paintings by Canaletto and George Stubbs, exquisite 18th century Gobelins tapestries gifted by Louis XV of France, an exquisite Sèvres porcelain collection, Charles I’s christening spoon and many more fascinating artworks and objects.
History comes to life at Goodwood, with a collection that reflects the family’s origins as descendants of King Charles II. Today, Goodwood remains a family home, lived in by the 11th Duke of Richmond.
Visitors can view the House and Collection by Guided Tour and enjoy a splendid Afternoon Tea in the Ballroom.
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Goodwood House Opening Times and Events
Regular Afternoon Tea and Tours
Goodwood Afternoon Tea and Tour is available every Sunday and Monday until October 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to experience the house with refreshments and guided commentary.
Special Events and Talks
Goodwood hosts a variety of special events throughout the year:
- Secrets of a Radical Duke – Talk by Professor Danielle Allen on 20 August 2026 (evening event)
- The Kennels – Stable to Starting Line (Behind the scenes of a Goodwood Racehorse) on Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 09:30
- The Kennels – An Evening with Sherree Valentine-Daines (Painting The Heritage of Hounds) on Thursday 7 May 2026 at 18:00
- The Kennels – Cow Parsleys and their Relatives – Umbel...ievable Umbels on Thursday 21 May 2026 at 18:30
- Freddie March Spirit of Aviation Party on Thursday 17 September 2026 from 19:00–23:00
- Goodwood Farm Shop – Wildlife Encounters: Bird Ringing and Moth Traps on Sunday 27 September 2026 at 08:30
Health and Wellbeing Activities
Goodwood offers a range of health and wellbeing activities available during the warmer months:
- Outdoor Exercise and Walking Routes
- Tennis Courts
- Garden Studio Classes (Sunrise and Sunset sessions)
- Dance Classes
Specific dates and times for these activities are not fixed; please contact Goodwood directly for current schedules and availability.
Historic Houses members visit for free (tour only) within usual opening hours. Please call 01243 755055 or email [email protected] ahead of visiting and for further information.
Tour only: £12.50
Tour and tea: £29
With an outstanding collection of art on display, the House is open throughout the season from March to October for tours and luxury afternoon tea.
Goodwood offers schools and colleges a wide range of workshops and visits to facilitate Learning Outside the Classroom, using the rich variety of sites and businesses found on the Estate. This learning programme is typically delivered through the Goodwood Education Trust (formerly West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust), a charity established by the Duke of Richmond in 1976.
The Education Officer can tailor activities to suit specific needs and learning objectives. Teachers are invited to make a pre-visit, so the activities can be discussed and risk assessments undertaken. All visits will be coordinated and usually lead by the Education Officer, assisted by Education Guides and Estate staff as appropriate.
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible toilets
Getting here
Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PX
The main visitor entrance is at ///rooster.dimension.truck. What does this mean?
4 miles north east of Chichester. A3 then A286 or A285.
For those coming by public transport, take the train to Chichester Station and then a taxi to Goodwood House.
Glorious Goodwood: Historic Houses Lectures
Glorious Goodwood: England’s Greatest Sporting Estate – Members Lecture
If you're a Historic Houses member, you can login here to watch a wonderful history of England's Greatest Sporting Estate & The Dukes of Richmond, presented by James Peill, Curator of the Goodwood Collection.
A Sporting Heritage
Since the second Duke of Richmond in the 17th Century, the Goodwood Estate has been an enthusiastic supporter of many different sports. From a top-100 golf course, to the world-renowned ‘Festival of Speed’, to their magnificent racecourse, Goodwood lays unrivaled claim to be ‘England’s Greatest Sporting Estate’.
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