Early Bird tickets: Goodwoof 17/18 May 2025: Weekend of dog-related activities at Goodwood Estate, West Sussex

There is so much happening for hounds (and well-behaved humans) at Goodwood Estate in Chichester, West Sussex on 17 – 18 May, it’d be a doggone shame to miss a thing.

Dogs have been at the heart of life on the Goodwood Estate for over three hundred years and will forever be part of the family. They created Goodwoof to share their love of all things dog.

Goodwoof is a dog event like no other. With all activities included in your ticket price, Goodwoof offers the chance to celebrate everything we love about our canine companions.

Dachshund parade

This year the diminutive Dachshund will be elevated to superstar status as this has been chosen as the celebratory breed for 2025. The cutest parade you’ll ever see, takes place on both days. Dachshund Celebration | Dog Events in Sussex | Goodwoof

Literary Corner

Celebrated writer and performer Sir Michael Morpurgo will be at Goodwoof on Saturday 17 May to read a story of canine courage in Literary Corner, whilst on Sunday 18 May it’s the turn of comedian Russel Kane who will have young and old alike howling with laugher at his hilarious take on choosing a pet.

All-in price

Once you’ve paid your ticket all events and activities are free for dogs and their guests. Looking for a new kennel? Check out the Barkitecturewith Kevin McCloud MBE on these state-of-the-art pooch palaces, throw some shapes on the Ministry of Hound dancefloor, or let the good boys and girls chill out in the doggy lido or try their best down dog at some doggie yoga. Let your dog be part of the show with a host of fun agility and have-a-go activities and doggie dashes. Learn from the masters with advice and demonstrations from top dog behaviour specialists, nutritionalists and more.

Of course there will be trade stands selling all things dog-related – you could get a pet portrait done - and plenty of places to ensure you and your hounds don’t go hungry.

Great value

Prices start from £30 per adult and £15 for young people. Under 12s, and of course the all-important dogs, go free. Save 15% by being an early-bird booker (this offer ends 30 April). And leave four wheels behind at the free car park and use the free bark and ride shuttle bus.

Find out all you need to give your dog the pawfect day out here.