When is the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019? All you need to know
THE Goodwood Festival of Speed starts TODAY |(July 4), and it's going to be unmissable for car lovers.
Here's all you need to know about the event, including how you can get tickets.
What is happening at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019?
Each day has a slightly different itinerary, and there are a number of exciting events on this year.
There will be a live action sports show three times every day, as well as an air display.
Punters will also have the chance to see the introduction of new high profile cars.
On Sunday, guests can watch the "Shootout", where fast drivers compete around the course.
And of course, during each day of the event, the legendary Hillclimb takes place around the grounds.
When is the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019?
The event starts TODAY, July 4, and runs through to Sunday, July 7.
Goodwood Festival of Speed provides the chance to get up close to celebrated drivers, cars and bikes that are the best in the business.
Car fans can also watch the famous annual Hillclimb part of the event, which is a collection of rare cars driving past one by one.
Where is Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019 being held?
The Festival of Speed is held at Goodwood House in Chichester, West Sussex, about a mile away from Goodwood Circuit and Goodwood Racecourse.
Make sure you leave plenty of time to arrive at the event, as the area's narrow roads often get rammed with traffic around the festival.
There are free car parks available that are a 20-minute walk from the event gates and there will be lifts available for those with limited mobility from event staff.
Alternatively you can get the train to Chichester and get a taxi to Gate 1, or hop on the number 902 bus.
As well as a host of incredible cars to witness up close, there are also a range of foodie options, from pre-bookable restaurants to on-site food stands.
For those looking to make a stay of it, there is a family camping area in the Lennox enclosure at Goodwood Racecourse, a stone’s throw from the main event.
What time is Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019 open?
The car parks open at 6.30am each day, so you can head to the event first thing if you wish.
The gates to the venue open at 7am, which give guests the chance to look around the paddocks before the main event begins.
At 8.45am, the action on the hillclimb starts each day, and you can enjoy the venue before bars close at 6.30pm and the event is officially over at 7pm.