Goodwood Revival 2009

The Goodwood Revival – which takes place in just 10 days time, from 18-20 September, will be a weekend of celebration, as it marks two important 50th anniversaries. It’s half a century since Goodwood staged arguably its single most famous race, the 1959 Tourist Trophy, in which Aston Martin won the World Sportscar Championship; and it’s also 50 years since the launch of probably the UK’s most iconic passenger car, the Mini. Both anniversaries will be marked in unique Goodwood Revival style.

The Revival is set to build on its record-breaking success last year, offering visitors of all ages a chance to revel in the romance and glamour of motor racing as it used to be. It is the only sporting event in the world set entirely to a period theme and, every year, spectators and competitors take a magical step back in time by getting into the effervescent Goodwood spirit. The majority of visitors dress in appropriate clothing from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, considering it all part of the fun, with the ladies being encouraged to wear their mini skirts this year, especially on Ladies Day, Saturday 19 September.

The lovingly restored circuit is unchanged from its heyday (1948-1966), and great lengths are taken to ensure that everything on the site is exactly as it was. No modern vehicles are allowed within the circuit perimeter throughout the weekend – period vehicles provide all essential services and competitor support. Bands play 1950s music, the corn stooks on the circuit infield are made from a specially-grown crop with extra-long stalks for hand cutting rather than combine harvesting, and even the food has a 1950s flavour.

This year’s event as always will offer an action-packed weekend of historic motor racing and period theatre for all the family, with much more besides.

For more information and to order advance tickets, visit goodwood.com