Goodwood festival of Speed 2006

CK & AK · 04-01-2006, 11:43 AM

FESTIVAL OF SPEED 2006 - 7.8.9. JULY - RACING FOR GLORY - A CENTURY OF
GRANDS PRIX

It is now confirmed that the 2006 Festival of Speed will take place on July
7.8.9. The theme for 2006 will be 'Racing for Glory - a Century of Grands
Prix', celebrating the great sporting accolades to which drivers have
always aspired. It's 100 years since the first Grand Prix, a century since
the first Targa Florio road race and 40 years since the great TransAm and
CanAm series were founded.

To honour these superb motoring milestones, the selection of machinery on
the hill will include a spectacular array of Grand Prix cars, representing
everything from the first winning Renault in 1906 to last season's
championship winner from the same company. Most of the World
Championship-winning models from 1950 onwards will also be in action. In
addition, expect to see a whole host of Targa Florio winners, plus some
wonderful entries coming over from the USA to support the fabulous TransAm
and CanAm series. It should be another truly exciting and memorable
weekend.

GOODWOOD REVIVAL 2006 - 1.2.3 SEPTEMBER

The dates for the 2006 Goodwood Revival have now been confirmed, with the
event due to be held slightly earlier on 1.2.3. September.

Friday will again see a full day of official practice, with all the
excitement of qualifying, thereby maximising the thrills on offer to the
spectators. A full racing timetable will be run on both Saturday and
Sunday, but also allowing more time for special track demonstrations and
air displays. The aim, as always, is to make the weekend more relaxing and
enjoyable for spectators and competitors alike. The race schedule and
running order is yet to be confirmed but more information will be available
as the season begins.

The Revival is the only sporting event in the world set entirely to a
period theme. Every year, spectators and competitors take a magical step
back in time by getting into the effervescent Goodwood spirit, revelling in
the romance of motor racing as it used to be. The majority of visitors
dress in appropriate clothing from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, considering
it all part of the fun. 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 food outlets sell fish and chips wrapped in authentic-looking
1950s newspaper, even 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. An action-packed weekend of historic motor racing and
period theatre for all the family.

Entry into both events will again be by advance ticket only, so visitors
will need to ensure that they book in plenty of time so as to avoid any
last minute disappointment. The change to advance ticket only policy was
implemented two years ago in order to preserve the Revival's unique relaxed
atmosphere following a period of sustained growth. Our aim is, purely and
simply, to ensure that all visitors enjoy excellent views of the action and
the best possible experience at the event.

For further information or to book tickets for either the Festival of Speed
or the Goodwood Revival, please either telephone the Ticket Hotline on +44
1243 755055, fax +44 1243 755058 or you can buy on-line

Zimbo · 04-01-2006, 08:04 PM

Did the Revival last year, pricy at Â£44 a ticket but a really good day out, well recommended!

gary tompkins · 04-01-2006, 09:08 PM

Some pals did the festival of speed last year and had a ball. They got a weekend pass and camped over, said it was the best way to avoid the crowds and chill out. Anyone interested in going this year - be nice to have a few to camp up with.

04-01-2006, 10:01 PM

I did it a few years ago 2002 I think? (ace cafe vip guest etc if you must know) very good and recommended if one likes that kind of thing.

05-01-2006, 05:11 AM

I went last year with the ex,i had a complete BLAST, AWESOME,she totaly loved it.........and shes not into cars/bikes...the atmosphere is what she liked
If u have never heard an F1 car.........its worth the entry fee alone,am goner go whatever rain/sun...girlfriend or no girlfriend!!!!!.........u will see me there every year till i die!!

farl · 10-07-2006, 08:33 AM

Managed to take a few pics whilst the mechanics were giving it a check over at the end of the day... They didn't seem to mind...

(couldn't get these any bigger, if anyone knows how I'm willing to email them..)

10-07-2006, 09:02 AM

Oh what a great day it was, funny seeing your piccie there Farl, as me and fellow work members have had in the bike shop for 3 days looking after it and all randy's gear great huge treasure chests full of helmets, t shirts suits, some all different sizes for the pillion, and wasn't it great seeing Lord march on the back, looked like he was hanging on for dear life!

Oh what a great day, great to see Troy bayliss, Jr, vermulen, C.walker, and the red arrows were amazing...

Goodwood have a plane display on end of july too, that be worth going to.

Anyone been the breakfast club there? old cars or italian cars every first day of the month 9-12, that's worth going, free entry too

farl · 10-07-2006, 09:29 AM

Haven't been to the breakfast club but did go to the Jaguar E Type day. The Ferrari owners turned up too. They had a go round the track, behind a diesel Ford Transit ~ funny to see.

11-07-2006, 11:56 AM

I went Saturday with my youngest son. We had a great time, and 9 hours of walking must have done some good!!! Great to see James Toseland on stage and he signed an autograph for my son

I had a spare ticket too!!

04-01-2006, 11:43 AM	#1
CK & AK flob-a-lob-a-lob Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NW Surrey Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 3,306	Goodwood festival of Speed 2006 FESTIVAL OF SPEED 2006 - 7.8.9. JULY - RACING FOR GLORY - A CENTURY OF GRANDS PRIX It is now confirmed that the 2006 Festival of Speed will take place on July 7.8.9. The theme for 2006 will be 'Racing for Glory - a Century of Grands Prix', celebrating the great sporting accolades to which drivers have always aspired. It's 100 years since the first Grand Prix, a century since the first Targa Florio road race and 40 years since the great TransAm and CanAm series were founded. To honour these superb motoring milestones, the selection of machinery on the hill will include a spectacular array of Grand Prix cars, representing everything from the first winning Renault in 1906 to last season's championship winner from the same company. Most of the World Championship-winning models from 1950 onwards will also be in action. In addition, expect to see a whole host of Targa Florio winners, plus some wonderful entries coming over from the USA to support the fabulous TransAm and CanAm series. It should be another truly exciting and memorable weekend. GOODWOOD REVIVAL 2006 - 1.2.3 SEPTEMBER The dates for the 2006 Goodwood Revival have now been confirmed, with the event due to be held slightly earlier on 1.2.3. September. Friday will again see a full day of official practice, with all the excitement of qualifying, thereby maximising the thrills on offer to the spectators. A full racing timetable will be run on both Saturday and Sunday, but also allowing more time for special track demonstrations and air displays. The aim, as always, is to make the weekend more relaxing and enjoyable for spectators and competitors alike. The race schedule and running order is yet to be confirmed but more information will be available as the season begins. The Revival is the only sporting event in the world set entirely to a period theme. Every year, spectators and competitors take a magical step back in time by getting into the effervescent Goodwood spirit, revelling in the romance of motor racing as it used to be. The majority of visitors dress in appropriate clothing from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, considering it all part of the fun. 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 food outlets sell fish and chips wrapped in authentic-looking 1950s newspaper, even 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. An action-packed weekend of historic motor racing and period theatre for all the family. Entry into both events will again be by advance ticket only, so visitors will need to ensure that they book in plenty of time so as to avoid any last minute disappointment. The change to advance ticket only policy was implemented two years ago in order to preserve the Revival's unique relaxed atmosphere following a period of sustained growth. Our aim is, purely and simply, to ensure that all visitors enjoy excellent views of the action and the best possible experience at the event. For further information or to book tickets for either the Festival of Speed or the Goodwood Revival, please either telephone the Ticket Hotline on +44 1243 755055, fax +44 1243 755058 or you can buy on-line

04-01-2006, 09:08 PM	#3
gary tompkins 1/2 man - 1/2 pogo-stick Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Dartford, Kent Bike: M900ie Posts: 7,241	Some pals did the festival of speed last year and had a ball. They got a weekend pass and camped over, said it was the best way to avoid the crowds and chill out. Anyone interested in going this year - be nice to have a few to camp up with. __________________ GT Fully paid up member of the S.A.S. (Scottoiler Appreciation Society) 27,000 miles on original chain - and still going strong!

10-07-2006, 09:29 AM	#8
farl Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Down South Bike: M1100s Posts: 119	Breakfast club Haven't been to the breakfast club but did go to the Jaguar E Type day. The Ferrari owners turned up too. They had a go round the track, behind a diesel Ford Transit ~ funny to see.

04-01-2006, 08:04 PM	#2
Zimbo Too much time on my hands member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Stonehouse, Glos Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 2,078	Did the Revival last year, pricy at Â£44 a ticket but a really good day out, well recommended!

04-01-2006, 10:01 PM	#4
A Yerbury Guest Posts: n/a	I did it a few years ago 2002 I think? (ace cafe vip guest etc if you must know) very good and recommended if one likes that kind of thing.

05-01-2006, 05:11 AM	#5
sjr999r Guest Posts: n/a	I went last year with the ex,i had a complete BLAST, AWESOME,she totaly loved it.........and shes not into cars/bikes...the atmosphere is what she liked If u have never heard an F1 car.........its worth the entry fee alone,am goner go whatever rain/sun...girlfriend or no girlfriend!!!!!.........u will see me there every year till i die!!

10-07-2006, 09:02 AM	#7
Melnie Mouse Guest Posts: n/a	Oh what a great day it was, funny seeing your piccie there Farl, as me and fellow work members have had in the bike shop for 3 days looking after it and all randy's gear great huge treasure chests full of helmets, t shirts suits, some all different sizes for the pillion, and wasn't it great seeing Lord march on the back, looked like he was hanging on for dear life! Oh what a great day, great to see Troy bayliss, Jr, vermulen, C.walker, and the red arrows were amazing... Goodwood have a plane display on end of july too, that be worth going to. Anyone been the breakfast club there? old cars or italian cars every first day of the month 9-12, that's worth going, free entry too

11-07-2006, 11:56 AM	#9
scrumpster Guest Posts: n/a	I went Saturday with my youngest son. We had a great time, and 9 hours of walking must have done some good!!! Great to see James Toseland on stage and he signed an autograph for my son I had a spare ticket too!!