The Goodwood Revival is a three-day festival held every September since 1998 at the Goodwood circuit. This year it runs from Friday 6 to Sunday 8 September and celebrates the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings with a special parade on the track.
Over 100 military vehicles, which played an instrumental role during the D-Day landings of World War II, will be on the track and on display, making it the largest gathering of military vehicles at Goodwood. In addition, all races at the Goodwood Revival 2024 (13) will take place exclusively using sustainable fuel.
An impressive contingent of 100 beach buggies and pre-1966 cars will take to the track each morning to officially open the event, which this year also celebrates the career of John Surtees, to date the only driver in motorsport history to have won the world championship title in both MotoGP and Formula 1.
Also present are 23-time Isle of Man TT winner John McGuinness MBE, nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen, seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson and four-time IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti.
Formula One world champions Sir Jackie Stewart and Jacques Villeneuve are also on the list, as are former Formula One drivers Derek Bell, Karun Chandhok and Goodwood Hillclimb record holder Max Chilton.
Another very interesting highlight this year is the participation of the Betty Richmond Driving School, which will present 1950s-style driving simulators.
A staple of the Revival remains the Freddie March Spirit of Aviation, which brings together some of the world's most elegant pre-1966 aircraft and this year celebrates Freddie March, the ninth Duke of Richmond, former aeronautical engineer, racing driver and entrepreneur.
As the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit prepares to open its doors for the Goodwood Revival next week, here is a preview of what’s to come:
On track-action
Serving as a landmark moment for historic motorsport, all races at the 2024 Goodwood Revival will take place exclusively using sustainable fuel. With thirteen thrilling races across the weekend, the Motor Circuit will play host to an outstanding collection of racing classics from pre-1963 GT cars in the Stirling Moss Memorial Trophy to World Championship sportscars from 1955-1960.
D-Day
This year’s Revival will mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings with a special on-track parade. Over 100 military machines, which were instrumental during the D-Day landings of the Second World War, will be in attendance - both on track and on display - comprising the largest gathering of military vehicles at Goodwood. We are particularly honoured that the parade will welcome D-Day veterans John Dennett (Royal Navy) and George Chandler (Coastal Forces), as well as Chelsea Pensioners on Sunday 8 September.
Beach Buggy track opening parade
An impressive contingent of up to 100 pre-1966 beach buggies and cars will take to the track each morning to officially open the event. Spectators can expect to see an eclectic array of beach machinery, as we celebrate 60 years of the original Meyers Manx beach buggy.
John Surtees
The Revival will celebrate the exceptional career of John Surtees – to this day the only person to win World Championships on two and four wheels. Reflecting on a truly extraordinary legacy – which included seven motorcycle World Championships between 1956 and 1960, the 1964 Formula 1 World Championship, and the 1966 Can-Am Championship – the tribute to John Surtees will include everything from 250cc, 350cc and 500cc motorcycles to Grand Prix winners, unlimited sports cars and GTs.
Star drivers & riders
As ever, this year’s Revival will bring together a stellar line-up of competitors from across the world of motorsport including 23-time Isle of Man TT winner John McGuinness MBE, nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen, seven-time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson and four-time IndyCar Champion Dario Franchitti. Also joining us are Formula 1 World Champions Sir Jackie Stewart and Jacques Villeneuve, as well as former Formula 1 drivers Derek Bell, Karun Chandhok and Goodwood hillclimb record-holder Max Chilton.
All things vintage! Revive & Thrive
In 2024, the Revive & Thrive Village has moved to a new location, as the Revival continues to champion this strikingly relevant ethos. A series of workshops and demonstrations will hero heritage skills, sharing ways to reduce, reuse, repair, restore and recycle for authentic circular consumption. Led by TV’s Dominic Chinea and Micaela Sharp, the Revive & Thrive Workshop will host craft demonstrations, live restoration projects and drop-in sewing activities. The new Revive & Thrive fashion hub will bring together the Best Dressed competition, fashion shows and a host of very special guests as well as live music, great food and luxury pre-owned and vintage shopping.
Star-studded line-up
The excitement doesn’t stop there, with the Revive & Thrive stage featuring an extraordinary lineup of speakers and experts. Taking to the stage are renowned model David Gandy, style activist Dandy Wellington, global icon Dita von Teese, Great British Sewing Bee judge Patrick Grant and Ruth Gemmell (Lady Bridgerton) along with many more names.
More than just cars! Off-track attractions
Fun for all the family continues around the event and Over the Road (quite literally!) as visitors can enjoy a variety of festivities. Whether that's making the most of the vintage fairground, exploring the Revival High Street, catching the Bonhams|Cars auction or watching a movie at the Revival Cinema presented by Sky Cinema.
Tyrrell Shed unveiling
After a sneak peek at the 81st Members’ Meeting presented by Audrain Motorsport earlier this year, the Tyrrell Shed will be officially opened to the public on Sunday 8 September at 10am. As an important part of motor racing history, the Tyrrell Shed was saved from demolition and relocated to the Goodwood Motor Circuit. Visitors will have the chance to visit the Tyrrell Shed across the weekend which has been fitted out as the former home of the Tyrrell Formula 1 team.
Betty Richmond Driving School
New for 2024, the Betty Richmond Driving School celebrates 60 years since the first state-of-the-art simulators revolutionised driving education. Set on the picturesque Richmond Lawn, this unique experience will feature 1950s-style driving simulators with visitors able to have a go and challenge themselves to pass the ultimate driving test.
Wild Westhampnett
The theme of this year’s main entrance takes its cue from the 75th anniversary of the first televised western on British television, with the area transformed into an immersive, theatrical experience as Wild Westhampnett.
Freddie March Spirit of Aviation presented by Bonhams|Cars
A staple of the Revival, the Freddie March Spirit of Aviation presented by Bonhams|Cars brings together some of the most elegant and rarely seen pre-1966 aircraft in a magnificent concours d'elegance. With an incredible line-up of planes on show - including a rare collection of Supermarine Spitfires - the exhibition highlights Goodwood's rich aviation heritage and celebrates Freddie March, the 9th Duke of Richmond, former aircraft engineer, racing driver and entrepreneur.
