West Sussex and Goodwood: The Perfect Place for a Wedding and Brighton

What better place to have your wedding than the beautiful grounds of Goodwood Estate in the South Downs of Chichester, West Sussex. Surrounded by lush greenery, Goodwood is nestled in the stunning countryside of the Sussex Downs National Park.

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What to do in West Sussex for a Stag Do?

Goodwood is the perfect place for a party. For a taste of adventure, Goodwood Racecourse offers a track day experience where you can drive a fabulous Aston Martin or Ferrari round the world famous tracks.

If your man is more of the quiet type, Goodwood has a magnificent golf course, voted one of the top 100 in England! With views of the gorgeous South Downs all the way across to the Isle of Wight, Goodwood golf course is really quite something!

What to do in West Sussex for a Hen Do?

Goodwood is perfect for that girly hen do. How about a luxury spa and health day at The Waterbeach which offers various relaxing beauty treatments.

At Goodwood, there is even a Vintage Dress up package where you and your hens will drink champagne and have beautiful makeovers in vintage clothes.

If you want to add a bit more adventure to your hen do, how about taking your girls up for a spin in a vintage aeroplane? Lessons are included and the aerial views of the beautiful countryside of West Sussex are enough to make it a party to remember forever.

Weddings in West Sussex

Start your day with a refreshing and relaxing treatment at The Waterhouse Spa or a dip in the Goodwood Hotel pool. There are many treatments to choose from to make the bride (or groom!) feel relaxed for the big day.

Goodwood House is the perfect place for a romantic and elegant ceremony or wedding reception, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Sussex South Downs.

The Goodwood Racecourse is another stunning option to host your wedding and is licensed to hold civil ceremonies and partnerships so you can get married amongst the beauty and excitement of the races.

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There are several country hotels and Sussex hotels that can cater for wedding parties, and you can find plenty in the Brighton Business Directory, Call Us First.

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There are so many Sussex hotels to stay in and locations to choose from for your big day. The stunning area of Goodwood in West Sussex is perfect for a fun stag party, relaxing hen do, or romantic wedding.

Sussex’s Goodwood Festival of Speed

On 26^th -29^th June the Goodwood Festival of Speed was held in the beautiful grounds of Goodwood House, located in the heart of the South Downs outside Chichester in West Sussex. This world-famous event includes the annual hill climb race which features a range of classic cars.

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This year the festival saw its most impressive turnout to date with over 200,000 people flocking to West Sussex to watch the exhilarating races that spanned three fun filled days.

What’s on at Goodwood Festival of Speed?

Every year at Goodwood Festival of Speed there are some great races to watch. As we said, the main attraction is the 1.16 mile race uphill through the leafy lanes of the Sussex Goodwood Estate. Every day of the festival, around 300 of the world’s best drivers attempt to win the nerve-wracking race driving a variety of classic and modern cars – quite the spectacle to watch!

And then there's the Sunday Times Supercar Run, an exciting race with big names such as Ferrari, Lamborghini and Porsche all taking part. Each year the Festival of Speed encompasses a theme and this year’s event celebrated the centenary of one of the most exciting sports car names, Maserati, with static displays as well as plenty of working classics on show.

There was also lots for all the family to do and see,  and the kids loved the life size replicas of cars from the popular children’s cartoon, Wacky Races. The famous air shows are not to be missed either. RAF Tornado and The Red Arrows fly over the Sussex countryside performing incredible stunts for the crowds and the 2004 and 2005 events even featured a low flying Boeing 747!

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The next event for the Goodwood Festival of Speed is set to take place in June/July of 2015. If you’re thinking of heading down to Sussex for next year’s event, there are plenty of places to stay with a range of Sussex hotels nearby.

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The Goodwood Hotel is set in the heart of the Goodwood Estate and is one of Sussex’s most luxury hotels. Check out the Brighton business directory Call us First to find out the whole range of out of things to do on your visit to Goodwood. If cars are your thing then the Sussex Goodwood Festival of Speed is definitely for you and with so much to do and see around West Sussex, the Goodwood races are fun for all the family.

Glorious Goodwood

Glorious Goodwood: A Day at the Races

A day at the races is fun for all the family and Sussex’s Goodwood Racecourse has plenty to offer in entertainment. ‘Glorious Goodwood’ is a five day festival of fun. Every year more than 100,000 people don their suits and hats for a day of good food, live music, and of course the magic of horse racing.

Where is Glorious Goodwood?

Located just outside the West Sussex town of Chichester, Goodwood Racecourse has a beautiful view of the South Downs. Surrounded by lush greenery, the racecourse has three enclosures suited to various visitors. All enclosures have a range of restaurants and bars and full betting facilities should you wish to try your luck on the horses.  Check out Brighton business directory Call Us First to find out more.

What’s on at Glorious Goodwood?

The Glorious Goodwood festival spans five days of fun. Starting on the 29^th July you will see the exciting Goodwood Opening Ceremony. Day three is Ladies’ Day, a chance to dress to impress and have a girls’ day out. The final day on 2^nd August showcases the Goodwood Finale featuring a traditional cavalry charge in true British style.

At Sussex’s Goodwood Racecourse there is more to see than just horses! A range of entertainment is provided, from live bands to strawberries and champagne in the sunshine. There is something for everyone.

West Sussex Hotels Around Goodwood?

For those travelling from afar there are plenty of places to stay near the Goodwood Racecourse. Sussex hotels are some of the finest in England and cover a range of budgets. The Goodwood Hotel is set in the heart of the Goodwood Estate and combines traditional extravagance with modernity for those looking for luxury.

If you’re looking for something with a bit more character, The Brighton business directory will show several hotels around the Racecourse, all nestled in the beautiful Sussex National Park. The historic West Sussex Hotels provide features such as luxury four poster beds. If you’re looking for comfort, luxury and a bit of history, this fascinating Sussex hotel is perfect for your visit to Goodwood.

How to get to Goodwood?

Whether you’re staying in one of Sussex’s many local hotels listed in the Brighton business directory or just taking a day trip, the Goodwood Racecourse is easily accessible by train from London Victoria station to Chichester. By car the races are only 60 miles from London and 30 miles from Brighton and Southampton. There are plenty of car parks at Goodwood for drivers.

With exciting races, entertainment and delicious food and drink suitable for any budget, a day at the races is the highlight of summer. So book your hotel, pack up your picnic, and head down to Sussex’s Goodwood Racecourse for a day of luxury relaxation and fun.