Says Bass , “ We took a whole lot of sustainability measures behind the scenes , such as using biodiesel in the generators , but we also see the event as an opportunity to encourage and inspire visitors to be more environmentally conscious by immersing them in this whole mindset of revive and thrive ,”
“ So , we had several stands with classes on things such as sewing techniques and how to repair items including bicycles , and we had the
Richard Hammond dicussed his new restoration workshop
Heritage Skills Academy who invest in apprenticeships for people .”
He says the ambition with the Revival ’ s new car boot sale , which took place on the Sunday of the event , was to create the world ’ s biggest and chicest second-hand vintage experience . The inaugural sale involved around thirty vendors including Liberty , The Circle , EarlyBird Club and The Circle of Style that collectively offered an array of vintage designer clothes , homeware , books and trinkets .
“ It was the first year of the initiative , and by next year we should certainly be well on the way to creating an experience like no other ,” says Bass . This year ’ s Revival also saw the introduction of a 600 sq ft allotment where experts were on hand to teach people about growing their own vegetables , while reflecting on the World War II Dig For Victory era ’ s culture of not wasting food .
When it comes to green fingers , Bass says the Goodwood Motor Circuit team has also set about re-wilding areas of the site : “ It looks great and is great for the wildlife .”
For a short time during this year ’ s event the motor circuit fell quiet as vintage vehicles of a more sedate
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