This year, our very own Phil made a special trip to the Goodwood Revival, the world-famous event that transforms the historic Goodwood Circuit into a living celebration of classic cars, motorcycles, and the golden age of racing. Often described as the throwback event of the year, Revival is unlike anything else in motorsport — part race meet, part festival, and part time machine.
Since its debut in 1998, the Goodwood Revival has become the ultimate homage to the years 1948–1966, when the circuit first carved its place into British racing history. Each September, visitors step back in time as the paddocks, track, and even the spectators themselves are dressed in period style. It’s more than just a race meeting; it’s an immersive experience where classic cars and motorcycles roar once again in their natural element.
Goodwood Revival captures the glamour, grit, and excitement of motorsport’s golden era — an age when machines were hand-built, possessions were cherished, and craftsmanship meant everything. Every polished tank and restored fairing tells a story of endurance, innovation, and passion.
While the Revival is perhaps best known for its four-wheeled icons, the motorcycles are just as much of a highlight. This year, the event featured an incredible lineup of classic racing bikes, ridden with the same fearless spirit that defined their glory days.
Bridge Motorcycles had a proud presence at the circuit, supporting Andy Hornby — a rider renowned for his skill on historic machines. Partnering with none other than Michael Dunlop, one of the most successful road racers of all time, the duo drew plenty of attention as they lined up on the grid.
Despite less-than-perfect track conditions, Hornby and Dunlop’s performance was a show-stopper. Their commitment, control, and determination reminded everyone just how thrilling classic motorcycle racing can be. The sight of vintage machinery being pushed to its limits was enough to captivate the crowds and prove that heritage racing is alive and well.
Events like Goodwood Revival are more than nostalgia — they are a celebration of motorsport culture and its enduring influence. For fans, it’s a chance to relive an era when racing was raw, brave, and romantic. For riders and drivers, it’s a unique opportunity to pilot machines that shaped history.
The classic motorcycles and heritage cars on display are not museum pieces; they are living, breathing testaments to engineering excellence. Seeing them in motion, at speed, is what makes Revival so special.
Phil summed it up perfectly: Revival isn’t just about looking back, it’s about keeping the stories alive — the machines, the riders, and the passion that built them.
