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Top 10 Things to See
Take a look at some of the most jaw-dropping aspects of the Festival of Speed.
The Top 10 Things to See presented by Mastercard is sure to whet your appetite for the high-octane and give you a taste of what to expect in 2024.
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On the manicured lawns of an English stately home, the tranquil sophistication of a summer garden party is shattered by a piercing wail as a Formula 1 car screeches up the front drive, wreathed in tyre smoke.
It’s an unforgettable experience: a visceral assault on the senses; an intoxicating display of speed and power; a unique joining of the past, present and future of automotive.
In no particular order, here are the top 10 things to see...
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1. The hillclimb
The hillclimb is the heart of the Festival of Speed, where vehicles from the Ballroom, Supercar and First Glance Paddocks come together on common ground. With a number of vantage points to choose from, there’s plenty of spots to watch Formula 1, Le Mans and BTCC drivers take to the Hill.
2. Central Feature
Located in front of Goodwood House, the Central Feature has become the defining feature of each year’s Festival of Speed. This year's gravity-defying sculpture will celebrate 100 years of one of the automotive world's most historic and prestigious marques: MG. The effortlessly imposing statue, designed by globally renowned sculptor Gerry Judah, will celebrate the evolution of MG, from a pioneering British brand in the 1920s to an electrifying market leader in the 21st Century.
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3. Ballroom Paddock
The FOS Pit Lane presented by Sky and the Ballroom Paddock are the best areas to take a peek at the cars and motorcycles from Formula 1, Touring Car championship and IndyCar. You’ll also be in arm’s reach of the Drivers’ Club too – the prime spot to grab a selfie with the stars and heroes of motorsport.
4. Future Lab presented by Randox
Flying cars. 3D printed food. Jet packs. Future Lab is the hub of pioneering achievement and provides an immersive technology experience. Discover dynamic, interactive activities that will inspire everyone. Definitely one not to miss.
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5. Supercar Paddock
The Supercar Paddock is adjacent to the Startline of the Hill. The cars featured are some of the most advanced in the world, all lined up for our customers’ inspection and enjoyment. A firm favourite with our younger audiences, visitors can get up close and personal with the most exciting and inspiring road cars in the world, all pushing the boundaries of technology.
6. Cars & Drivers
Each year the most prolific names in the world assemble at the Festival of Speed for the ultimate motorsport celebration. Stay tuned as over the coming months, we will be announcing must-see drivers and unmissable cars across every discipline of motorsport. In previous years, we've welcomed top drivers such as Sebastian Vettel, Nigel Mansell, Sabre Cook, Daniel Ricciardo and Lando Norris.
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7. Electric Avenue
8. First Glance Paddock presented by heycar
Here is where you can get up close to all the latest vehicles from the automotive world. With many cars under tight wraps ahead of the festival, visiting the First Glance Paddock is essential to see what the future of the motoring industry has in store.
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9. Cartier Style et Luxe
Mill around near Goodwood House and admire the cream of the crop of rare and intriguing automotive design, with the overall winner being announced on the Sunday by a carefully selected panel of judges.
10. Forest Rally Stage
The Forest Rally Stage is nestled in idyllic woodland, and the road is a single, dusty track. For most of the year all that’s audible are the birds flitting between the trees. But for just one weekend of the year, the silence is torn apart by legendary rally drivers, tackling the tight hairpin turns in their fire-breathing rally cars.
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You see more motorsport in four days than you could see if you travelled the whole world with a grand prix team and watched all the grands prix. It’s more fun, it’s faster, it’s better.
It's the most special weekend for motorsport ever. Grand Prixs are spectacular, but this is just a stand out event.
Festival of Speed
11 - 14 July 2024
Gates open 0700hrs
Goodwood House, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PX
The world's greatest celebration of motorsport and car culture