The penultimate day of the Goodwood Festival of Speed, scheduled for tomorrow, has been cancelled due to a weather warning for high winds, according to official confirmation. Concerns over heavy winds had already cast doubt on whether Saturday’s event would proceed, and sources earlier in the evening confirmed its cancellation. Festival organizers have now officially informed ticketholders, manufacturers, and exhibitors of the decision to close the gates.

A statement on the Festival of Speed website expressed regret over the decision and cited the severe wind warning in the Goodwood area as the reason. The safety of all on-site was highlighted as the utmost priority, with the forecasted high winds posing a significant risk to temporary structures across the site. Attendees were politely asked not to travel to Goodwood or attempt to access the site. It was noted that this was the first time in its 30-year history that the event would not take place on a Saturday.

Exhibitors were instructed to secure their stands ahead of the site shutdown, which is scheduled for 11am tomorrow. Festivalgoers staying at the campsite were allowed to remain but were advised to exercise caution given the conditions. The organizers expected the winds to have subsided by tomorrow evening, allowing the annual Goodwood Ball to proceed as planned from 7pm.

Sunday’s final day, which is forecasted to have little to no rain, is still scheduled to run as planned. However, it was emphasized that Sunday is completely sold out, and Saturday ticketholders will not be granted entry. They will receive a refund in the coming days.

Friday’s weather conditions at the event in Sussex were unfavorable, with the planned Red Arrows display being cancelled and heavy rain persisting throughout the afternoon. As a result, there were some delays for drivers leaving the event’s car parks.