Qatar Goodwood Festival
Tuesday 28th July - Saturday 1st August 2026
Experience the charm, tradition, and world-class racing of the Qatar Goodwood Festival – a highlight of the British summer season and one of the most beautiful race meetings in the world. Affectionately known as Glorious Goodwood, this five-day festival blends top-tier flat racing with effortless style and a quintessentially English atmosphere on the rolling Sussex Downs.
Book with RacingBreaks for a seamless and luxurious racing escape. Enjoy hand-picked hotels, official tickets, and exclusive access to premium hospitality options, all curated by our expert team. Whether you're attending for a day or staying for the full festival, we’ll create a bespoke experience tailored to you.
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Our Hotel Options
Make your Qatar Goodwood Festival experience a memorable one with one of our carefully curated hotel packages.
All experiences can be tailored to individual preferences to include as many nights / days racing as required. Choose your preferred hotel below and make your booking online with just a 10% deposit!
Old Thorns Hotel & Resort ★★★★
from £149 per person
Why stay here?
Great value experience
Restaurant & sports bar
On-site Spa & Golf Course
Free car parking on-site
The Old Thorns Hotel & Resort is the perfect base for the Qatar Goodwood Festival, just a 35-minute transfer from the action. Guests can enjoy free parking, a range of on-site dining options, a championship golf course, and luxury spa facilities, making it an ideal blend of convenience and comfort for racegoers.
What's included:
- One (or more) nights accommodation
- Breakfast each morning
- Return racecourse transfers
- Ticket to day(s) of your choice
- Celebrity online preview!
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Qatar Goodwood Festival Ticket Options
Choose from a variety of official Qatar Goodwood Festival ticket options to create your perfect day at the races.
Whether you’re after a lively, social experience or a more premium, exclusive setting, each enclosure offers its own unique atmosphere.
Lennox Enclosure
from £20 per person
The Lennox Enclosure at the Qatar Goodwood Festival offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with casual viewing of the racing action. It’s the perfect spot for a laid-back day at the races, with access to the lively post-race singalong at the Bandstand.
- Most relaxed enclosure
- Covered seating with great views
- Great for families, picnic's allowed
- Range of food options & live music
Gordon Enclosure
from £44 per person
The Gordon Enclosure at the Qatar Goodwood Festival offers excellent views of the Parade Ring and the track, with a vibrant, social atmosphere. Guests can also join in the popular post-race singalong at the Bandstand, adding to the unforgettable race day experience.
- Enjoy views of the Parade Ring
- Covered seating with great views
- Access to March Grandstand, Sussex Stand & Earl's Lawn
- Goodwood's premier non-members enclosure
Richmond Enclosure
Members Enclosure
Enjoy exclusive access to the Parade Ring, Bandstand, and prime viewing from the Richmond Enclosure at the Qatar Goodwood Festival, where top-class racing meets cherished traditions like the lively post-race singalong around the Bandstand.
- Goodwood's premier enclosure
- Offering best views of the racecourse
- Finest food & drink options
- Covered seating opposite Winning Post
Qatar Goodwood Festival Hospitality
From à la carte menus by Michelin-starred chefs to more informal dining options, the Qatar Goodwood Fesival offers something to suit every taste and budget.
All hospitality bookings with RacingBreaks.com also include:
- Invite to Royal Ascot Online Celebrity Preview
- £25 RacingBreaks,com Voucher
View our recommended options below or follow the link to view all available options.
Unsure which option is right for you? Speak to our experts on 0800 193 6646.
The Final Furlong | Gordon Enclosure
from £420 per person
Located right alongside the rails at the final furlong, Final Furlong hospitality offers unbeatable views of the racing drama as it unfolds. With a lively, social atmosphere, guests can enjoy delicious food, convenient grazing-style dining, and a relaxed setting perfect for catching every thrilling moment up close.
What's included
- Gordon Enclosure admission
- Prime views of the course with a private balcony
- English Sparkling Wine reception
- Three-course plated lunch
- Afternoon tea
- Inclusive bar
- Resident tipster
- Car Parking
- Racecard
- Betting facilities
The Secret Garden | Richmond Enclosure
from £555 per person
Tucked away in a beautiful trackside location, The Secret Garden at the Qatar Goodwood Festival offers an intimate, relaxed setting with a touch of exclusivity. Guests can enjoy delicious seasonal dishes, a laid-back dining experience, and a charming garden atmosphere just moments from the racing action.
What's included
- Richmond Enclosure admission
- Sparkling Wine reception
- Chef's table buffet-style lunch
- Afternoon tea
- Inclusive bar
- Tea & coffee
- Resident tipster
- Car Parking
- Racecard
- Betting facilities
The Charlton Hunt | Richmond Enclosure
from £789 per person
Set in a prime location overlooking the final furlong, Charlton Hunt offers an elegant, light-filled space with stunning views of the track. Guests can enjoy exceptional modern British cuisine, flexible dining options, and a vibrant atmosphere, all complemented by a stylish outdoor terrace perfect for soaking up the racing action.
What's included
- Richmond Enclosure admission
- Private balcony with exceptional views
- Champagne reception
- Five course à la carte menu
- Afternoon tea
- Inclusive bar
- Resident tipster
- Car Parking
- Racecard
- Betting facilities
About the Qatar Goodwood Festival
Qatar Goodwood Festival Racedays
With five days of high quality racing you're spoilt for choice when it comes to picking which day to attend! Many of our customers can't decide on just one and attend multiple days across the week! Will you choose to witness the Qatar Goodwood Festival getting underway on Tuesday? The fashion of Ladies Day on Thursday? Or maybe you're all about the weekend and Saturday is your day of choice!
Whatever day you choose you are sure to have a memorable day at one of the best social events in the racing calendar!
Goodwood Cup Day
Tuesday 28th July 2026
The undoubted sporting and social highlight of the flat-racing season kicks off in style. Enjoy a feast of top-quality racing including the historic Al Shaqab Goodwood Cup. Fashion fans can show delight in the Goodwood Talent in Fashion Award, and after a full day of racing, head to the popular annual cricket match between Lord March Racing XI and the Lord’s Taverners, set in front of Goodwood House.
Sussex Stakes Day
Wednesday 29th July 2026
The Qatar Sussex Stakes is one of the key highlights of the flat racing season, becoming Goodwood’s race of champions. With a reputation for bringing together some of the most outstanding horses in training year-on-year, it has carved its own term the ‘Duel On The Downs’. Previous winners include the peerless Frankel, the French sensation Solow and the mighty Mohaather in 2020.
Ladies' Day
Thursday 30th July 2026
Ladies’ Day is the place to be and be seen, the perfect opportunity to show off your finest outfits and enjoy a beautiful day out with your gals. The prestigious Group 1 Qatar Nassau Stakes is the highlight of the eight-race card for day three of Qatar Goodwood Festival.
King George Day
Friday 31st July 2026
The Group 2 King George Qatar Stakes sees the world’s top sprinters do battle in a race made famous by superstar Battaash. The Markel Magnolia Cup, The Coral Golden Mile and the Group 3 Bonhams. Thoroughbred Stakes make it a memorable way to start a long weekend.
Stewards' Cup Day
Saturday 1st August 2026
A fitting finale to a fantastic week where the emphasis is on socialising, so Qatar Goodwood Festival is the place to be with your friends and family. The Coral Stewards' Cup takes centre stage for the final day of the Qatar Goodwood Festival. Previous winners of this iconic cavalry charge down Goodwood's home straight include Lochsong, Dancing Star and 2019's winner Khaadem.
Qatar Goodwood Festival Dress Code
Goodwood embrace quintessentially British style – whether that’s high fashion or something more classic, it’s about a relaxed yet chic look. It's known for a distinctive style - linen suits, Panama hats and chic dresses are de-rigeur.
Gordon & Lennox Enclosures
There is no formal dress code for these enclosures. All guests are encouraged to dress in a smart and elegant way, bringing a sense of style suited to the occasion of racing at Goodwood.
Richmond Enclosure / Hospitality
Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket and tie. Boys aged 7-15 years are asked to wear a long sleeved collared shirt (no polo shirts).
Ladies, it's all about the garden party look. A floaty or floral dress, an elegant top and trouser/skirt combination that is suitable for England in summer. Its recommended that you leave your stiletto heels at home, as the uneven ground can be tricky to walk on.