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.

What You Can See from Sussex Hotels - The South Downs Way

The Sussex South Downs are a major attraction for anyone living around or visiting the South Coast Area, and to really enjoy the best that the Downs have to offer, and to see the heart of Sussex up close, you can’t go far wrong by walking the South Downs Way.

The route travels just over 100 miles through the Sussex countryside and is one of the UK’s National Trails. The pathways all follow the old drove-ways that farmers and herders of the past used to transport their animals and wares,and the route traces the escarpment and ridges of the South Downs from Winchester down through West Sussex and ending up at Eastbourne.  It’s ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy a scenic long-distance route and it can be tackled on foot, bike or horseback.  It's also offers excellent day walks for those who only want to tackle the route sections at a time.

Allow Time to Get to Your Sussex Hotels

Most hikers complete the entire walk in 8- 9 days, covering between 12 to 15 miles a day, but it doeas depend on where you’re staying as you'll need to add the distance of coming off the route to get to your hotel or campsite, and then climbing back up to the path in the morning.  For the hardier and more determined there are several campsites along the route.

Goodwood Hotels and Midhurst Hotels

There are several West Sussex hotels available along the route, so exploring sections of the path is convenient if you are staying a little of the track in a places like a Goodwood hotel or a Midhurst Hotel which can make an ideal base for a local stay.  There are also several companies that organise trips along the way and offer services such as moving your baggage between hotels while you walk along the route.

The Best of Sussex – All Year Round

As the route is so well maintained it's suitable to be walked all year round, but it's worth remembering the most popular times are between May and September.  The South Downs provide a tranquil retreat from the busy South Coast area and the London suburbs to the North, and trail passes along the chalk ridges between some of the most picturesque Sussex county towns.  These include Goodwood, Chichester, Midhurst, Pulborough and Worthing, before passing North of the seaside city of Brighton on the way down to Eastbourne.  The ridge line that the route follows for much of the way is elevated above most of these, and so offers wonderful views over the English Channel and Isle of Wight to the south, and wooded Weald and heathland to the north.

And if you're walking the route from North to South, your final leg takes you along the stunning cliff top pathway at Beachy Head.

Management

The South Downs Way is managed by a dedicated team at the South Downs National Park Authority. The financing of the team comes via the South Downs Way Trail Partnership, which is made up of:

•  The South Downs National Park Authority, 
• Natural England, 
• Hampshire County Council, 
• West Sussex County Council and 
• East Sussex County Council.

http://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/south-downs-way

http://www.southdownsway.co.uk/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Downs_Way

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-E9RrJqk9LY  -  Footprints of Sussex Video Clip