Part of the Track: Meet Silverstone’s Female Volunteers Who Create Unforgettable Moments

This International Women's Day, we're celebrating the female volunteers who pour their passion into every Silverstone event. Meet three of the women behind the Race Maker and Race Marshal programmes.

Our Race Makers and Race Marshals are a huge part of what makes events at Silverstone the best in the racing world. More than 1,400 volunteers show up at events across the year to welcome fans, keep the circuit safe, and make sure everyone from a first-timer to a seasoned Grand Prix regular has an unforgettable experience. They're as much a part of Silverstone as the track itself.

This International Women's Day, we wanted to hand over to some of the women among them, who dedicate their time to creating such moments. 

We hear from three of our volunteers who wanted to share their stories about volunteering at Silverstone. 

Justine Ragany, Race Marshal 

Justine has been marshalling for four years. She came in not entirely sure what to expect, and found more than she could’ve ever imagined:

"Silverstone is my happy place. Being a part of its history and its future means such a lot to me. Since becoming a marshal four years ago, I've had so many great experiences and made so many friends. I've been welcomed by everyone and genuinely feel this is a place where I can be myself."

“I was a bit nervous coming here as a woman as we are in the minority (although less so every year) but there was really nothing to be concerned about. Marshalling at Silverstone is a brilliant opportunity to be a part of motorsport and, I have discovered, part of a fantastic community that I'm proud to be a member of.”

Danika Pereira, Race Maker

Danika first came to Silverstone in 2016 as a fan, travelling over with friends she'd met the previous year at a race in Austin. The following year she brought her nine-year-old daughter. By 2022 she was a Race Maker.

"The atmosphere was so organised, safe and entertaining, both on the track during the day, with the evening equally as enthralling. There was never a dull moment!"

Her role has grown since then into something more personal. In 2024, surgery and mobility challenges kept her away from volunteering for a season. When she returned in 2025, she joined the Accessibility Team, bringing a perspective that no amount of training can fully replicate.

“Since becoming a Racemaker in 2022, I have been able to transfer my enthusiasm for motorsport to providing the best in customer service to fans when they arrive for race weekends. By giving detailed information about how to maximise their time and make the best of their experience: where are the best spots to watch, how to get from stand to stand, where to meet for food and fun!”

“Working with the Accessibility team as a Racemaker at Silverstone is so gratifying. Having in place facilities, plans for transporting guests and equitable viewing platforms gives all those who come to the circuit, and their families, the opportunity to get in on the action. I am proud to be part of the thoughtful planning and execution that takes place to make sure that all fans get to have a wonderful experience.”

Carol Glenn, Race Marshal & Clerk of the Course

Carol attended her first British Grand Prix at Silverstone in 1990 and has been volunteering for over 38 years. She started as a track marshal. She is now a Clerk of the Course, one of the most senior roles in the safe running of a motorsport event. Her career is its own answer to any question about what volunteering at Silverstone can lead to.

“Volunteering has given me various transferable skills which I then used in my day jobs. I actively encourage females especially that if you want to get into motorsport, volunteering is an excellent way to get into it. As a marshal you get to meet people from the different aspects of motorsport as well as learning lots of new skills. It gives you that deep insight as to how the sport works.”

Carol's story isn't unique in the world of marshalling. At the 2022 British Grand Prix, it was Nadine Lewis, Chair of the British Motorsport Marshals Club, and a marshal since 1997, who stepped onto the podium to present Sergio Perez with his P2 trophy. A quiet but powerful reminder that the path from trackside volunteer to the very heart of the sport is very much open.

About volunteering at Silverstone

Race Makers are the friendly faces you'll find at the gates, the grandstands, the information points. They know where the best views are, how to navigate from one end of the circuit to the other, and how to make a nervous first-time visitor feel at home. Race Marshals take on a different responsibility: trained volunteers working trackside to keep competitors and spectators safe throughout every session.

Neither role requires experience to get started. Roles span customer service, accessibility support, sustainability and more, and the training is delivered by event professionals who know the circuit inside out. What both programmes do ask for is enthusiasm, reliability, and a genuine enjoyment of being around people.

What's coming in 2026?

If you've been thinking about getting involved, Justine, Danika and Carol are pretty good arguments for just going for it. Find out more about both volunteer programmes here. Applications for 2026 are now closed, but we open for new recruits each year.