Exclusive Interview: Charles Gordon-Lennox, 11th Duke of Richmond on Tradition & Innovation (Original English, Part 1)

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County of Sussex: A sprawling estate, surrounded by endless fields and ancient tree-lined avenues. A horse racing track, an airfield, a racetrack – and at its heart: Goodwood House. For generations, it has been the family seat of the Dukes of Richmond. Today, this extraordinary place belongs to a man who is continuing its story: Charles Gordon-Lennox, 11th Duke of Richmond.

In this episode of BRITPOD, Alexander-Klaus Stecher and Claus Beling meet a visionary who bridges tradition and the future in remarkable ways. Because the Duke is far more than just a titleholder: he’s a photographer, entrepreneur, motorsport enthusiast – and the creative mind behind iconic events such as the Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival. As the steward of the 12,000-hectare Goodwood Estate near Chichester, he is guiding a great legacy into a new era. At the center of his vision: sustainability, entrepreneurship and a celebration of British lifestyle. The close partnership with Rolls-Royce, whose headquarters are located on the estate, also reflects the values that define Goodwood: quality, responsibility and excellence. How did Goodwood become an international destination for motorsport, culture and style? How does the estate succeed in blending tradition and innovation so harmoniously? What role do education, the arts and sustainability play in shaping its future? And what personally drives the Duke forward? BRITPOD – England at its best.

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