The British Women Racing Drivers Club (BWRDC) is a membership body which represents the interests of professional women racing drivers from the United Kingdom. The BWRDC celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2012. It holds its own awards and championships based on its members performances. The awards are given at an annual ceremony.
The BWRDC was founded in 1962 by Mary Wheeler, with 30 members. Women were not allowed to join the British Racing Drivers' Club until 1992. In 2012 the BWRDC had 160 members.
References
- ^ "BWRDC - 50 Years". Archived from the original on 29 June 2013. Retrieved 2 June 2013.
- "BWRDC - Awards". Archived from the original on 13 May 2013. Retrieved 2 June 2013.
- ^ "Female racers aiming for the top". The Daily Telegraph. 19 April 2012.