A wonderful surprise
Discussion
littleredrooster said:
As a rather lovely 70th birthday pressie, SWMBO has bought me (us, actually) Fellowship membership and full weekend passes for the Revival '25.
Very much looking forward to this - any hints and tips for a first-timer?
Leave home early! Very much looking forward to this - any hints and tips for a first-timer?
(Friday is mainly practice, so it's a good day to browse "over the road" with its trade stands and classic car park.)
What a thoughtful gift.
As previous poster implied, get there early on each day.
Enjoy scouring the charity shops for weeks beforehand to source period dress. Plenty of ideas on what to wear on various Revival FB pages. SWMBO will really enjoy the dressing up so encourage her and with luck she will want to make it an annual event.
I would take your own picnic as the food is quite pricey and there are queues at lunch time. Either leave the picnic basket in your car and pop back to collect it, or else get the the Pitstop early and grab a locker.
Take a tractor ride and enjoy the views of the circuit.
Join in the shopping with SWMBO. Some of the stalls are quite pricey (reflecting the target clientele) but you can also find some bargains.
Enjoy the ‘over the road’ attractions.
If you want to get home in a timely fashion, leave early. Otherwise hang around ‘over the road’ and wait for the queues to die down.
I hope that you both have a great time.
As previous poster implied, get there early on each day.
Enjoy scouring the charity shops for weeks beforehand to source period dress. Plenty of ideas on what to wear on various Revival FB pages. SWMBO will really enjoy the dressing up so encourage her and with luck she will want to make it an annual event.
I would take your own picnic as the food is quite pricey and there are queues at lunch time. Either leave the picnic basket in your car and pop back to collect it, or else get the the Pitstop early and grab a locker.
Take a tractor ride and enjoy the views of the circuit.
Join in the shopping with SWMBO. Some of the stalls are quite pricey (reflecting the target clientele) but you can also find some bargains.
Enjoy the ‘over the road’ attractions.
If you want to get home in a timely fashion, leave early. Otherwise hang around ‘over the road’ and wait for the queues to die down.
I hope that you both have a great time.
littleredrooster said:
As a rather lovely 70th birthday pressie, SWMBO has bought me (us, actually) Fellowship membership and full weekend passes for the Revival '25.
Very much looking forward to this - any hints and tips for a first-timer?
Very much looking forward to this - any hints and tips for a first-timer?
If you haven't ordered a programme voucher (cheaper than on the day) or any grandstand seats consider them. They are long days with a lot of walking ! Folding chairs are another option.
If you need accommodation, book it now.
Look around the paddocks early on before they get really busy. Some of the paddocks are GRRC members only, but you can walk around the edges of them. The outer paddocks are fully open.
I prefer to buy my food there rather than carry it around or walk back to the, potentially distant, car. Yes it's quite dear but I like to have something hot and I find it convenient that way. It's just my personal preference.
You may well be carrying waterproofs, umbrella, or folding chairs etc. it's easy to get overloaded !
I hope you have a great time.
Edited by gt40steve on Saturday 9th November 17:31
2 sMoKiN bArReLs said:
As said, get there early.
If it's the racing that floats your boat rather than all the stalls etc walk down to Lavant. There's usually lots of action there and a big screen to watch elsewhere.
Lavant is a great place to spend a bit of time. Stands if you've got a pass, plenty of food trucks, toilets, marquees if it rains, a big screen to follow the action and it's a tractor bus stop. Plus a first-aid post if you sprain your ankle getting off the bus like I managed.If it's the racing that floats your boat rather than all the stalls etc walk down to Lavant. There's usually lots of action there and a big screen to watch elsewhere.
2 sMoKiN bArReLs said:
littleredrooster said:
Thanks for the tips so far, chaps! I’m told we have an option on accommodation in Chichester which needs to be confirmed this week.
Get it confirmed soon! You'll have a great day 
Have a great time - it's an eye-opener for a first-timer but hugely enjoyable.
Some elements are exclusive and others sell out.
So I would take a look at the '24 programme and decide what I'd appreciate now.
Example:
- If you like getting up close to the cars, check, whether you have a paddock pass (I think these may be open to fellows, but, only if requested early)
- Some of the eating options sell out early, if you think you'd appreciate a quiet breather in the middle of the day, book these now
So I would take a look at the '24 programme and decide what I'd appreciate now.
Example:
- If you like getting up close to the cars, check, whether you have a paddock pass (I think these may be open to fellows, but, only if requested early)
- Some of the eating options sell out early, if you think you'd appreciate a quiet breather in the middle of the day, book these now
S'mee again!
Supplementary question: As far as dress code goes, would it be frowned upon to turn up in 70s apparel? i'm thinking motorsport team jacket and bell-bottoms. My first thought was 40s RAF (as my Dad served in the RAF in WWII), but recently saw a Heron Suzuki bomber jacket for sale and it set my mind away as this was 'our' era really.
Supplementary question: As far as dress code goes, would it be frowned upon to turn up in 70s apparel? i'm thinking motorsport team jacket and bell-bottoms. My first thought was 40s RAF (as my Dad served in the RAF in WWII), but recently saw a Heron Suzuki bomber jacket for sale and it set my mind away as this was 'our' era really.
gt40steve said:
littleredrooster said:
As a rather lovely 70th birthday pressie, SWMBO has bought me (us, actually) Fellowship membership and full weekend passes for the Revival '25.
Very much looking forward to this - any hints and tips for a first-timer?
Very much looking forward to this - any hints and tips for a first-timer?
If you haven't ordered a programme voucher (cheaper than on the day) or any grandstand seats consider them. They are long days with a lot of walking ! Folding chairs are another option.
If you need accommodation, book it now.
Look around the paddocks early on before they get really busy. Some of the paddocks are GRRC members only, but you can walk around the edges of them. The outer paddocks are fully open.
I prefer to buy my food there rather than carry it around or walk back to the, potentially distant, car. Yes it's quite dear but I like to have something hot and I find it convenient that way. It's just my personal preference.
You may well be carrying waterproofs, umbrella, or folding chairs etc. it's easy to get overloaded !
I hope you have a great time.
Edited by gt40steve on Saturday 9th November 17:31
littleredrooster said:
S'mee again!
Supplementary question: As far as dress code goes, would it be frowned upon to turn up in 70s apparel? i'm thinking motorsport team jacket and bell-bottoms. My first thought was 40s RAF (as my Dad served in the RAF in WWII), but recently saw a Heron Suzuki bomber jacket for sale and it set my mind away as this was 'our' era really.
Hello - couldn't resist wading in on this one...Supplementary question: As far as dress code goes, would it be frowned upon to turn up in 70s apparel? i'm thinking motorsport team jacket and bell-bottoms. My first thought was 40s RAF (as my Dad served in the RAF in WWII), but recently saw a Heron Suzuki bomber jacket for sale and it set my mind away as this was 'our' era really.
The dress code for the Revival is in celebration of the years that the Circuit was originally open for public racing - 1948 to 1966. Whilst there is, of course, absolutely no hard and fast requirement to observe the dress code, entering the Revival is like stepping onto a film set, and that magical effect is only achieved if as many people as possible make even a small effort to participate.
I do love the idea of your 1970s outfit, but sadly it wouldn't be appropriate for the Revival. As others have said, we're not trying to encourage fancy dress but rather a gentle recreation of a special time in Goodwood's history. There is no need to spend a fortune - for women, a dress, cardigan, headscarf and lace up shoes, or a land girl set of dungarees with a Fair Isle pullover would be perfect, and for men, really any trousers other than jeans or cargo shorts (I jest not), a shirt and a hat of any kind is enough to feel part of the event. Alternatively, mechanics coveralls work well for men or, if you have such a thing or can have a look on Vinted or in charity shops, a tweed suit or jacket is great.
I do hope that helps!
With best wishes,
Sarah
Being a mean sort of bloke, I probably still have some 1960s clobber in the back of my wardrobe.
Sarah is right, though, seeing ladies in clothes from the 50s and looking utterly gorgeous is terrific. They remind me of my aunties from when I was a little lad, and looking at these now and finding that they stir my loins is difficult. It's some king of Freudian thing going back in time and fancying your aunties.
Sarah is right, though, seeing ladies in clothes from the 50s and looking utterly gorgeous is terrific. They remind me of my aunties from when I was a little lad, and looking at these now and finding that they stir my loins is difficult. It's some king of Freudian thing going back in time and fancying your aunties.
SarahGoodwood said:
Hello - couldn't resist wading in on this one...
The dress code for the Revival is in celebration of the years that the Circuit was originally open for public racing - 1948 to 1966. Whilst there is, of course, absolutely no hard and fast requirement to observe the dress code, entering the Revival is like stepping onto a film set, and that magical effect is only achieved if as many people as possible make even a small effort to participate.
I do love the idea of your 1970s outfit, but sadly it wouldn't be appropriate for the Revival. As others have said, we're not trying to encourage fancy dress but rather a gentle recreation of a special time in Goodwood's history. There is no need to spend a fortune - for women, a dress, cardigan, headscarf and lace up shoes, or a land girl set of dungarees with a Fair Isle pullover would be perfect, and for men, really any trousers other than jeans or cargo shorts (I jest not), a shirt and a hat of any kind is enough to feel part of the event. Alternatively, mechanics coveralls work well for men or, if you have such a thing or can have a look on Vinted or in charity shops, a tweed suit or jacket is great.
I do hope that helps!
With best wishes,
Sarah
It does help - thank you, Sarah.The dress code for the Revival is in celebration of the years that the Circuit was originally open for public racing - 1948 to 1966. Whilst there is, of course, absolutely no hard and fast requirement to observe the dress code, entering the Revival is like stepping onto a film set, and that magical effect is only achieved if as many people as possible make even a small effort to participate.
I do love the idea of your 1970s outfit, but sadly it wouldn't be appropriate for the Revival. As others have said, we're not trying to encourage fancy dress but rather a gentle recreation of a special time in Goodwood's history. There is no need to spend a fortune - for women, a dress, cardigan, headscarf and lace up shoes, or a land girl set of dungarees with a Fair Isle pullover would be perfect, and for men, really any trousers other than jeans or cargo shorts (I jest not), a shirt and a hat of any kind is enough to feel part of the event. Alternatively, mechanics coveralls work well for men or, if you have such a thing or can have a look on Vinted or in charity shops, a tweed suit or jacket is great.
I do hope that helps!
With best wishes,
Sarah
littleredrooster said:
It does help - thank you, Sarah.
As per Sarah's advice, when we've been to the revival we've dressed 'in the spirit' of the occasion (without going overboard) and have felt comfortable. I've never gone for the full RAF / Army look but have mainly worn trousers, shirt, possibly tie or cravat and then a jacket / mac and a hat. The better half has equally dressed up but not gone the full 50's / 60's glam look, just a nice dress, scarf / jacket and hat with flat-ish or low heal shoes. You'll find you can fit in and enjoy how others are dressed as well as watching the racing and over the road bits n bobs with ease and without having to spend a fortune, unless you want to of course! 
Its good to be comfortable as you'll be on your feet and likely wandering a lot. So comfy and sensible footwear for you both, ability to pop on / take off a jumper or jacket through the day and maybe stick a raincoat / brolly in the car. As others have suggested, its worth bringing a bite to eat with you as well as a flask of tea / coffee (or even something a bit stronger if you like!) that you can leave in the car. If you do that and you fancy buying a couple of glasses of bubbly or a snack while there you can properly enjoy that knowing you've got other sustenance you've brought with you.
I think you'll both love it, it's a fantastic event with a lot of atmosphere, character, incredible racing and loads of other things to see and do (fashion, food, etc). I hope you both have a terrific time there
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