Goodwood 2021 Events

I cant wait for this..I've done the Le mans Classic a few times but always wanted to go to the revival.

It should have been last weekend I went for the first time, roll on 2021.

Any tips for a first time Revival goer?

Apologies for the slow response - Goodwood Revival - a 3 day historic race event but so much more thrown in- many other venues have attempted to replicate / copy this event and no one has even come close - its a very unique event and attracts a worldwide attendance - its a themed time warp with the vast majority of people getting very involved even down to period dress - a few pics from previous years



Its not just about racing - everywhere you look is themed / set dressed  to look the part - fabulous motors parked up everywhere you go or look 













Sounds a faff but the period dress thing is a must - This me & the other half with our 1952 Jowett Javelin - the other half is a costumer in high end film / theatre / TV production - so I don't get let off - meanwhile she fills the car with period outfits - at least a different one for each day (sometimes 2) 



Endless rows of race cars in the pits 















The entertainment goes for miles - so if you are just going for the day plan ahead - set out what you want to see - what races - what static displays - what areas - read up on the event via the website - order your programme early - get there early too roll up at 8.30 onwards and you will queue for a hour just to park the car - if you are on a budget bring your own food it can get expensive - purchase your tickets early otherwise you may well be disappointed when you find out that event sells out 10 weeks in advance - I can cover more areas / topics of the event closer to the time should you wish - I've been doing all 3 days of the event every year for about the last 10 years  

I forgot to mention that the circuit infield has its own runway - it is after all a former second world war RAF base - the event also fields a large static display of historic aircraft 












The ones that can afford their own light aircraft can fly in prior to the start of each race day - others that don't own a light aircraft but don't want to drive to the event (and have deep pockets) come in by helicopter 

You will not be disappointed I forgo several events in order to attend this one  - Full camping facilities are available but book very early - campsite E is adjacent to the circuit - I set up camp Thursday midday normally with around 10 - 15 others (all part of the Jowett Car Club) - but there is no reason that you couldn't join us or that we reserve a area adjacent to the club site for BRM attendees that wish to camp over - but getting your camping passes early is critical - these sell out way in advance of the show 

As for camping, take industrial grade tent pegs and a BFH. The field we were in lastime had a cast iron lining 🤣🤣

Campsite E - is a former quarry - its blinded over with a mixture of soil & reject stone - more stone than soil - the campers with experience take 250mm long self drilling decking screws and a cordless power driver - use the decking screws with large penny washers and you have a simple & quick solution for retaining the guide ropes    

Only did the event once when Vauxhall supplied cars to be used as taxis and I was one of the nominated drivers, we had a great time but I think it made it more special being behind the scenes a bit having access to almost everywhere!

It might also have helped that we were put up in a big swankey house somewhere with fully stocked fridge!

Can't wait! Very much hoping the Weasel will be up to taxi duties all being well! After taking a break for a year or so, plus Covid. It will be nice to have a trundle around and will be first one on the calender!

What for Revival ? - or the other events