Introducing more women into hill climbing
The British Women Racing Drivers’ Club( BWRDC) IntoSpeed initiative returns for 2026, with even more locations around the UK. IntoSpeed offers opportunities for women to try motorsport for the first time, plus with competitive pricing and locations around the UK, a hill climb experience is the perfect gift for your loved one!
The programme centres around hill climbing, the most accessible of motorsport disciplines, contested against the clock in a range of easily accessible and affordable road cars throughout the UK. As part of its ongoing commitment to increase female participation throughout the sport, Motorsport UK has contributed funding towards the programme.
“ We are proud to be working with Motorsport UK to continue our IntoSpeed programme,” added Helen Allen, Chair of the BWRDC.“ We are thrilled to continue this for 2026 and look forward to introducing more women to hill climbing.”
For further details and to sign-up for 2026, see www. bwrdc. co. uk / into-speed
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The IntoSpeed programme provides taster days, expert driver tuition and even the opportunity to compete at events. No experience is needed, and it is open to women aged 18 upwards. The venues for the taster days can provide helmets, and attendees can use their own road car to take part.
2026 IntoSpeed Dates
Taster Days |
Harewood Hill |
26th March |
Gurston Down |
7th April |
Non-Competitive event |
Prescott Hill Climb 28 March |
1:1 Training |
Curborough |
7th May |
Hazel and Instructor
Supported Competitive events Prescott Hill Climb Gurston Down Harewood Hill Shelsley Walsh Curborough
14th June 4th July 1st August 13th September 3rd October
Pirelli joins Girls on Track UK
Motorsport UK’ s Girls on Track UK programme will benefit from the industryleading expertise of Pirelli in 2026.
Pirelli is a supporting partner, and provided an amazing hot lap opportunity at the 2025 British Grand Prix and Girls on Track will continue to run the Pirelli Pit stop challenge across some of its school events teaching young people about the role of tyres in races and mechanic roles.
“ We are thrilled to offer our support to Girls on Track UK” announced Jason Sugden, Pirelli UK’ s Commercial Director.“ Supporting initiatives that encourage young girls and women to engage with motorsport and the automotive industry is something Pirelli is passionate about. This not only underscores our dedication to creating more inclusive opportunities but also highlights Pirelli’ s belief in the transformative power of sport to drive innovation and inspire future leaders in the industry.”
Girls on Track UK is an initiative to inspire girls and women into seeing and believing that there is a rightful and valuable place for them in the motorsports industry. Find out more about Girls on Track HERE.
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