Goodwood Racecourse
Chichester, West Sussex
About Goodwood Racecourse
Enjoy a raceday weekend packed with entertainment for the kids at Goodwood Racecourse from Friday 25th August to Sunday 27th August. Thanks to the amazing August Bank Holiday event, you and your little ones are in for a brilliant afternoon of fun and games!
The wonderful Goodwood Racecourse will be buzzing with excitement not just for adults, but for the younger members of the family too. Enjoy three days of entertainment, featuring a spectacular fireworks display, fire performers, stilt walkers and a LED ribbon performance. Plus, there will be a traditional fairground, a petting zoo, magician, circus tutors and face painters.
A day at the races offers good, old-fashioned fun that can be enjoyed by all generations together. From picking your favourite horses to cheering them across the finish line - you and your kids will have a great time. Chances are you’ll be coming back again next year!
Epic 3 days' event!Bank holiday fun for the kidsEnjoy the thrill of the race
Tickets from £12, under 18s go free.
Free family activities
Enjoy a family day out, with complimentary activities including traditional fairground rides, petting zoo, face painting, circus tutors, magician and more.
Under 18s go free
No charge for under 18s!
Free return shuttle
Free return shuttle to Goodwood Racecourse from Chichester Station
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Pushchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, Open 24 hours
- Tuesday, Open 24 hours
- Wednesday, Open 24 hours
- Thursday, Open 24 hours
- Friday, 15:30 - 21:30
- Saturday, 11:30 - 19:00
- Sunday, 11:30 - 19:00
This event is on from Friday 25th - Sunday 27th August
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (0-17) : Free
- Adult (18++) : £12.00
General AdmissionAdults from £12.00Kids: free!
All activities and entertainment included in the price of the ticket
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 3 - 4 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Richmond Enclosure
BARS
1812 Bar and Conservatory
The perfect location to study the form over a glass of Goodwood beer and gather with friends, situated on the ground floor of the March Stand.
The Gusbourne Pavilion
Located within the Richmond enclosure above the parade ring, the Gusbourne Pavilion exudes a summer garden party atmosphere. Serving Gusbourne’s elegant, fresh and multi-award-winning English vintage sparkling wines, it’s the perfect spot to celebrate, socialise with friends or relax and admire the world-class equine stars up close.
Oak Tree Lawn Bar presented by Whispering Angel
Toast the summer, and glamour of Qatar Goodwood Festival at the Oak Tree Lawn bar presented by Whispering Angel. This exclusive bar, set within the Richmond Enclosure, is the only way to enjoy the spectacular views of the Parade Ring and beyond with a beautiful glass of Whispering Angel.
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Veuve Clicquot Champagne & Seafood Bar
Situated on the Richmond Lawn with stunning views of the finish line enjoy a glass of Veuve Clicquot whilst relaxing on the Lawn or in one of our exclusive sofa sets. Perfect for pairing with a bottle of Veuve Clicquot, the new Seafood Bar will be offering a fresh summer menu including Crab rolls, Smoked Salmon and Seafood platters.
March Café
Located on the ground floor of the March Stand, choose from a selection of barista-style coffee, pastries and sandwiches.
Gordon Enclosure
The East Parade Lawn
Goodwood Organics
BARS
Brixton Brewery Craft Ale Bar
Found on the ground floor of the March Stand, serving a range of Brixton Brewery craft ales.
Sip & Saddle Bar
Gather your friends at our brand new cocktail bar, serving up a summer selection of cocktails and Prosecco.
The Sussex Bar
Our largest bar in the Gordon enclosure, on the ground floor of the Sussex Stand. Serving a wide range of drinks and with betting desks and screens to enjoy the racing action. Our new Self-order system operates here, where orders are placed on the self-order units, simply pay and take your order receipt to the collection area.
The Nicholson Gin Pavilion
Head to this stylish bar to discover Nicholson Gin’s exquisite new-look profile of modern and refreshing blends. Adjacent to the parade ring and the Earl’s Lawn, Nicholson Pavilion is right at the heart of the off-track entertainment.
The Coral Sports Beer Garden
Situated course side of the Gordon Enclosure the perfect leafy spot to enjoy a drink whilst watching the racing, with a prime position at the final furlong marker. Sussex Roof Terrace Bar Located on the roof of the Sussex Stand, offering a full range of drinks and spectacular views of the racing and surrounding countryside.
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Sussex Canteen
Offering a wide range of wood fired pizzas, serving The Garden Club 12, Simply Salami, Margherita, and a Cheesy Garlic Pizza. All pizza can be served as a vegan option or on a gluten free base.
Sussex Café
Set within the Sussex stand, serving coffee, tea and light bites.
March Coffee Shop
Located on the ground floor of the March Stand, the perfect place to grab a drink and a light bite to eat. March Deli Set within the Brixton Brewery bar, the deli serves a range of hot pasties and sausage rolls.
The Lennox Enclosure
BARS
The Lennox Lawn Bar
Spanning the breadth of the Lennox stand, this impressive bar and eating space is the place to go to grab a bite to eat, enjoy a cold drink or a range of coffees.
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Goodwood Organics
Serving beef burgers and pork hot dogs from our own Goodwood Home Farm produce.
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Transport Information
Goodwood is located just outside Chichester, only 60 miles from London, 30 miles from Brighton and Southampton.
Taxi pick-up and drop off
A taxi Pick-Up and Drop-Off rank for Gordon and Lennox Enclosure guests is located at the East Entrance next to the Bus Terminus, just off Selhurst Park road.
Pick-Up and Drop-Off for Richmond Enclosure guests is located at the West Entrance, off Kennel Hill road.
By Bus
From Chichester Railway Station
The 900 bus service operates from Chichester Train Station (North Car Park) to the racecourse each raceday. A fixture bus timetable can be found at Goodwood.com
By Rail
Rail services
The quickest way to get to Goodwood from London by train is from London Waterloo to Petersfield with a journey time of 1 hour and 2 minutes. Then, take a 30-minute taxi ride through picturesque countryside.
The nearest station to Goodwood is Chichester. There is a regular service from London Victoria to Chichester, with a minimum journey time of 1 hour and 30 minutes and a taxi ride of around 15 minutes.
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