Marshalls Registration
When we announced the Hills Ford Stages Rally’s first visit to Shropshire, one thing was clear from the start: this event will only succeed because of the people who deliver it.
“No marshals, no rally — it really is that simple.”
Marshalling at a closed-road, national-level rally brings responsibility, commitment, and trust. We understand the time and experience that marshals and officials give to the sport, and for 2026 we want to recognise that properly, working with all our partners to give you something special:
As part of our marshal programme for the Hills Ford Stages Rally, Hills Ford has pledged two long campervan weekends, available via a prize draw to registered marshals and officials across the event. Alongside this, marshals can also expect exclusive goodie bags and additional prize draws over the weekend.
Each full day of marshalling counts as an entry into the campervan prize draw — so marshals supporting both days of the event will have two chances to win.
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This isn’t about gimmicks or incentives. It’s about saying thank you — and about showing that the people who help deliver the rally “YOU” are genuinely valued.
Championships set to compete include:
• Protyre Asphalt Rally Championship
• Historic Masters Rally Challenge
• Roger Albert Clark Historic Asphalt Championship
• HRCR Category One Stage Rally Championship
• HRCR Mini Cup Stage Rally Championship
• JD Tyres Welsh Tarmacadam Championship
• Mini Rally Challenge
• TCS Plant Rally Challenge & Celtic Micra Challenge
Whether you’re an experienced marshal looking to support a well-run new event, or returning to rallying after time away, or a new comer wanting to get involved for the first time. We’ll help guide you through clubs, roles, and any required training, making it as straightforward as possible to be a part of the event. We are here to help, so get in touch!
Places are limited, and interest is already building. If you’d like to be part of Shropshire’s first Hills Ford Stages Rally — and be in with a chance to enjoy a camper van weekend, and more, as part of our thank-you — we’d love to have you on board.
Register your interest here at: Another Day In Orange
Volunteer marshals are the beating heart of UK motorsport.
Without them, events like the Hills Ford Stages Rally simply cannot run.
From the moment the first car leaves the start line to the final competitor finishing the last stage, marshals are the people who make rallying possible — ensuring events run safely, professionally, and smoothly for competitors, officials, and spectators alike.
Why Marshal?
If you love motorsport but don’t necessarily want to compete, marshalling is one of the best ways to experience the sport from the inside.
Proudly standing out in their orange overalls or marshals’ tabards, marshals work at the heart of the action. Whether positioned deep in a forest stage, at a spectacular corner, or controlling a start or finish line, marshals play a vital role in every event.
Roles can include:
• Managing stage start and finish controls
• Assisting with timing and documentation
• Monitoring safety and radio communications
• Helping manage spectators and stage access
• Clearing debris and assisting competitors when required
Marshalling also offers one of the best seats in the house, with a behind-the-scenes view of some of the most exciting motorsport events in the country.
A World-Class Reputation
Marshals registered with Motorsport UK are among the most highly trained and respected in the world.
Because of their professionalism and experience, British marshals are regularly invited to support major international events. More than 500 UK marshals travel overseas each year to help deliver rallies and championships around the globe.
It’s a testament to the standard of training, teamwork, and dedication within the UK motorsport community.
Be Part of the Hills Ford Stages Rally
The Hills Ford Stages Rally will bring premier national closed-road rallying to Shropshire for the first time.
Delivering an event of this scale relies on an experienced and committed team of marshals and officials working together to set the standard from the very first year.
Whether you’re an experienced marshal, returning to the sport after some time away, or someone interested in getting involved for the first time, we’d love to welcome you to the team.
New to Marshalling?
Don’t worry — everyone starts somewhere.
Through our Get Involved programme we can help connect you with local marshal clubs, training opportunities, and experienced volunteers who will guide you through the process.
You’ll meet new people, learn valuable skills, and become part of a community that helps deliver some of the UK’s most exciting motorsport events.
Learn More About Marshalling
To find out more about becoming a marshal and registering with Motorsport UK, visit:
Thank You To Our Motorsport Marshals
Motorsport officials, stewards, and marshals are the backbone of any rally event, playing vital roles in ensuring the safety, fairness, and smooth operation of competition. Understand their roles and be part of a community of friends and even get to travel the world.
"NO EGOS HERE"
Who's Makes It Happen
• MSUK Steward - • MSUK Safety Delegate - • (CoC) Clerk of the Course - • Event Director - • Deputy (CoC) Clerk of the Course - • 2nd Deputy (CoC) Clerk of the Course - • Secretary of Meeting - • 2 Event Stewards - • Safety Officer - • Deputy Safety Officer - • Asst Safety Officer - • Chief Medical Officer - • Chief Marshal - • Deputy Chief Marshal - • Team Marshal - • Spectator Safety - • Ceremonial Start Saturday Commander • Deputy Spectator - • Car 000 (2 person crew) -
• Car 00 (2 person crew) - • Car 0 (2 person crew) - • Interim Car 1 / Road Opening (2 person crew) - • Interim Car (2 person crew) - • Sweeper Car (2 person crew) - • Road Closing Car / Road Opening (2 person crew) - • Entries Secretary - • Media officer - • Chief Scrutineer - • Recce Manager - • Deputy Recce Manager - • Highways Liaison Officer - • Asst Highways/Security Closed Roads - • Radio Controller 1 - • Radio Controller 2 - • Radio A system -
• Radio Control backup - • Results - • Timing (2 persons) - • CLO (2 persons) - • Competitor Tracking (2 persons) - • Competitor Tracking - • Radio Tracking - • Scrutineers (2+ persons) - • Chief Scrutineer - • Deputy Chief Scrutineer - • Envionmental Scrutineer - • Driving Standards - • Stage Commanders/ DSC/SO - • Rally Stage Commander - • Deputy Rally Stage Commander - • Setup Officer - • Setup Office - • Service Park Commander - • Deputy Service Park -
