Lord March welcomes all to Goodwood Revival

Following recent media interest in the Earl of March’s alleged thoughts on what constitutes appropriate attire for the annual Glorious Goodwood horse racing festival, the Goodwood patron has finally spoken out on the fashion debate that unexpectedly flared up last week – particularly with regard to the forthcoming Goodwood Revival historic motor racing event.

Commenting on the smart retro-fashions worn by the vast majority of visitors to the Goodwood Revival, Lord March says, “The Revival is the only meeting in the world set entirely to a period theme, with every detail faithful to that golden age of style, grace and glamour; 1948-1966. No other sporting event anywhere takes place in period fashions on such a vast scale: the event is usually attended by over 110,000 visitors, the overwhelming majority of whom are suited, booted and groomed from tips to toe in the finest post-war gear, proving that the Revival is far more than just a historic motor racing meeting.”

He continues “We welcome all sartorial styles to the event, from period-style tear-away teddy boys to tarted-up toffs. Mods and rockers mingle with cads and country gents, and the more effort the visitors put into their period outfits, the more fun and effervescent the atmosphere. It’s great to see. To me the Revival is pure theatre. The motor circuit is literally dressed up like a huge film set, and that includes the competitors and spectators. Almost everyone is dressed-up to the nines in fantastic 1950s and 1960s creations, and the efforts people go to are amazing.”

“Finding the perfect outfit to do justice to the theatre of the surroundings is a key part of the fun of coming to the Goodwood Revival. While there isn’t a specific dress code at Goodwood – and we welcome all visitors in whatever attire they choose to wear – the historic venue and unique atmosphere both seem to encourage visitors to make an extra-special effort,” comments Lord March. He adds, “We like to think that coming to the Revival is rather like going to a special event such as a wedding. Dressing appropriately is almost an expected part of the experience, and somehow adds to the sense of occasion. People usually respect the dress code and dress accordingly. The same principle seems to apply to the Revival, and I wholeheartedly applaud this. For me it just wouldn’t be the same in jeans and a baseball cap.”

Entry to the Goodwood Revival is strictly by advance ticket only.

To order advance tickets, please contact the Ticket Hotline:
Telephone: +44 (0)1243 755055
Fax: +44 (0)1243 755058
Email: bookings@goodwood.co.uk;
On-line via the Online Ticket section of the Goodwood website: goodwood.co.uk