Get the best out of Goodwoof

Discover the not-to-be-missed attractions at Goodwood's grand celebration of all things dog!

Dogs in a pool at Goodwoof

The Jellycat Hotel

Brand new for 2025, the Jellycat Hotel pop-up will give you early access to new cuddly friends and exclusive merchandise to be found only at Goodwoof - run, don't walk Jellycat fans!

Barkitecture

Admire incredible kennels designed by some of the world's most respected architects. This year's brief is to create a comfortable resting place for office dogs, with the top-notch kennels auctioned by Bonhams at the end of the show. with proceeds going to help Pets As Therapy.

Famous Faces

Familiar faces from the world of TV and beyond are a given at Goodwoof. Who will you see? Keep your eyes peeled for Goodwoof regulars Clare Balding, Kevin McCloud, Hugh Bonneville and Bill Bailey, plus Russell Kane, The One Show's Alex Jones, and Jodie Kidd and plenty more. 

Dog wellness

Find a peaceful corner at The Studio, presented by Randox Health where you and your dog can try out dog yoga, reiki, massage, meditation and sound bathing. New for 2025 is a Dog Astrologer, located in the Woodland Walk, and a brand-new area, The Green, where dogs can relax before or after their 'fastest dog' race. The Grooming Parlour is where to head for expert advice on grooming and sprucing up.

Gun Dog demonstrations

In the Field & Trail area in Goodwoof Park, be wowed by the impressive sheep and gundog demonstrations, CaniCross, CaniBike and CaniScoot.

Have a Go

Learn new tricks from the experts including hurdles, agility, disc catching - perfect for showing off your dog’s party tricks.

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Pawtraits

A chance to have a professional photograph taken of you and your four legged friend by Dan Stevens, who's worked for Tatler Magazine. 

Literary Corner

Literary Corner, with its very own champagne bar, is a quiet corner of Goodwoof where you'll find author signings, workshops and readings from familiar faces.  

Hugh Bonneville at Goodwoof

Expert Wellness

Presented by MARS Petcare the Goodwoof Wellness centre is chock-full of vets, canine nutritionists, behaviourists and  canine body language experts offering talks and question sessions - and even a chance to take a dog DNA test 

Fido's Lido

Fido’s Lido, in the field & trail area will give your dog a chance to cool off in style after some off-lead time in the new dedicated paddock (on the day booking required). 

 

 

 

 

  1. Fido's Lido
  2. Photos by the Goodwoof letters
  3. Literary Corner
  4. Jellycat at Goodwoof
  5. Barkitecture featuring Lego
  6. The Goodwoof Games & Canine sports
  7. The Zen Den
  8. Expert talks on training & behaviour
  9. Thrilling demonstrations
  10. Best in Show - Chien Charmant

Fido's Lido

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Take your dog for a well deserved cool off in Fido’s Lido. Find Fido's Lido in the field & trail area where you can both chill out and cool down in style after some off-lead time in the dedicated paddock (on the day booking required). 

Photos by the Goodwoof letters

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A day out at Goodwoof is unforgettable but record your fun in some photos by the iconic Goodwoof letters - you really can't miss those bright orange letters. Ready for your Instagram moment!

Literary Corner

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You and your dog can pull up a chair at Literary Corner - a quiet corner of Goodwoof where you'll find author signings, workshops and readings from familiar faces. It even has its very own champagne bar! For 2026, award-winning author and illustrator, Lauren Child CBE will be joining Literary Corner on Sunday 17 May. Come and join the audiencet as she discusses her love of dogs, how she gathers ideas for her best selling books and to mark 25 years of her much loved Charlie and Lola children's picture book series.

Jellycat at Goodwoof

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Jellycat - the beloved, iconic soft toy brand - returns to Goodwoof. This year Jellycat will be bringing two pawesome new cuddly arrivals exclusive to Goodwoof. Jellycat fans: run, don't walk!

Barkitecture featuring Lego

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2026's Barkitecture theme is ‘Dogs in Space’ and excitingly, this year's newest entrant is The LEGO Group. Bringing an out of this world, bespoke kennel designed by Fairy Bricks, Lego's the ‘U-Woof-O, has been designed by LEGO Certified Professional and Chief Fairy, Kev Gascoigne. Families will also get the chance to join Kev for free workshops across the weekend*. 

Barkitecture is curated by Kevin McCloud MBE and aims to challenge designers, artists, and architects to push the boundaries of creativity. This year’s theme of 'Dogs in Space' challenges entrants to imagine how a dog might travel the cosmos, the stars and beyond. 

*Pre-booking will be required - see Goodwoof website for details.

The Goodwoof Games & Canine sports

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This year's to mark a huge year of sport which features the Winter Olympics, the FIFA World Cup and the Commonwealth Games, Goodwoof is putting Canine Sports front and centre. Join the Goodwood Games, or try your paws at Trieball and watch CaniCross in action.

The Goodwoof Games return, inviting you and your dog to compete for your chance to win gold in a variety of disciplines, no matter size or breed; 25m Sprint, Hurdles, Hammer Throw (and Fetch) and Long Jump.

The Zen Den

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Find a calmer corner and take a break from the crowd while recharging and restoring. New at Goodwoof this year is a new area designed to soothe the body and soul: the Zen Den. Here you will find all of Goodwoof's holistic, spiritual, and healing activities together in one easy to find spot. Explore tarot readings, crystal healing, a pet psychic, forest bathing and even communal sound bathing sessions.

Expert talks on training & behaviour

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The new Training and Behaviour Stage will give dog owners the opportunity to listen to a range of experts discussing dog training and behaviour. Hosted by Steve Mann, Founder of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT), the stage will feature a timetable of experts in dog behaviour, plus you'll get the chance to book 10-minute slots to discuss training issues with an individual trainer. Talks on the Behaviour and Training Stage will include a Recall Masterclass and a Loose Lead Walking Masterclass.

 

Thrilling demonstrations

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This is a chance for you and your dog to marvel at some of the canine world's athletes: watch in wonder at champion gundogs and sheepdogs. The viewing platform gives you the perfect perspective as these champions take on trials and put on dazzling demonstrations of their talents.

 

Best in Show - Chien Charmant

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Goodwoof's take on the ‘best in show’, Chien Charmant is a competition celebrating the bond between dog and human. A panel of judges select dogs and their owners who ooze style, swagger and charm to win daily prizes. There's a variety of categories; Union, Spirit and Swagger. Think you've got what it takes? You need to sign up before your visit.