As some of you know I've been to the Goodwood Festival of Speed a few times.
Well of course we were there again this year, I've now got over 1700 photos to sort through, and will be adding them as fast as I can sort them out.
Also on the 2006 page is a video (& audio) of the 2005 Renault F1 car, playing tunes on it's V10 engine!
What is it ? Probably the biggest racing motorsport celebration in the world (last year over 150,000 people, set in over 2000 acres).
What's there ? Examples of just about every type of racing car there has ever been, from some of the first ever racing cars (circa 1890), to this year's world rally, formula one, and Le Mans cars. Over 300 cars are expected to hillclimb, and many more are on static display.
Who's there ? It reads like a "who's who" of racing drivers, with most of them driving something up the hill. This year includes Sir Stirling Moss, Giacomo Agostini, Sir Jack Brabham, Jenson Button, Damon Hill, John Surtees, and many more...
What happens ? Most cars do either timed or demonstration runs up the 1.2 mile hill climb circuit. But unlike most events you can mingle in the pits, and talk to the mechanics and drivers. From 2005 there is also a rally course, so rally cars (& drivers) from over the years, get the blast through an authentic forest section.
Note: Tickets are availible ONLY in advance!
The revival meeting is held at the motor racing circuit, usually during September. Priority is given to cars used/raced in the 1948-1966 period. Attending in period clothing is optional, but appreciated.
See my pictures :-
