• The 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed is almost here...

The 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed is almost here...

  • Published: 23 June 2019

It’s that time of year again. The annual Goodwood Festival of Speed is nearly upon us and if you’re a petrolhead or even just having a passing interest in cars this is where you need to be this summer!

Set in the picturesque grounds of Goodwood House and its surrounding estate, the Goodwood Festival of Speed is a feast for the senses. Get up close to your dream cars and your racing heroes at this adrenaline fuelled event.

Taking place over four days from Thursday, 4 July through to the Sunday, 7 July there is still time attend this year's festival, however, tickets are becoming limited so ensure you book soon.

At Comfort Inn Arundel we are able to provide you with the perfect base from which to attend this year's Festival as we are located approximately 25 minutes from the event.

Whether you are attending 1 or all 4 days of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, our hotel in Arundel provides you with the perfect location to relax and unwind after an exciting and busy day and it would be our pleasure to welcome you.

With spacious, modern and well-equipped rooms you can be sure of a comfortable stay. In addition to our spacious double rooms, we also have twin rooms available and each has its own en suite facilities. These en suite bathrooms include both a bath and shower.

At our breakfast bar, we serve a hot full English and continental breakfast daily providing you with the right fuel for your day. This is served from 07:00 am through to 09:00 am and in addition, our bar is open from 11:00 am until 11:00 pm.

The roads around the Goodwood Festival of Speed, and in particular the A27, do get busy so we recommend that you leave ample time to get into the venue.

Once inside there is so much to see and do. From static car displays to action in the air overhead, there really is something for everyone to see and do at the Festival. In addition to all of this, don’t miss the exciting Hillclimb action which takes place on the now world-famous Goodwood hill. Just over 1.1 miles in length the Hillclimb is the ultimate test of driver and machine as they tackle a very tight and twisty course to come out on top of the timing board.

Alongside all things on two and four wheels, the event also attracts the best of the best in the world of motorsport with Formula One drivers such as Daniel Ricciardo, Carlos Sainz, Alexander Albon and Britains Lando Norris all in attendance.

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is a true jewel in the crown on the Sussex events calendar and we are proud to have it on our doorstep, so why not make your time at the event that much more enjoyable by booking your stay at Comfort Inn Arundel today?

If you are looking for accommodation for this event, or for any other dates throughout the year, we would very much look forward to welcoming you to Comfort Inn Arundel. To check availability and make a booking, please click here.