who owns goodwood

Goodwood is owned by the Duke of Richmond and Gordon. Specifically, Charles Gordon-Lennox, the 11th Duke of Richmond, manages the Goodwood Estate, continuing a family tradition. The estate is a large and diverse portfolio including the racecourse, farm, golf courses, aerodrome, and hotel, among other businesses. Charles Gordon-Lennox, known as the Earl of March before inheriting the dukedom, took over management of the estate in 1995 and has since expanded its scope significantly. The estate remains the family's seat and has been owned by the Dukes of Richmond since 1697. The Goodwood Estate Company Limited is the formal entity overseeing the estate, with several family members involved in its control and management.