Archive for 2017
Beacon news from Cornwall and Orkney
The Orkney 5MHz Beacon, GB3ORK, is back on the air on 5290kHz after repairs and an upgrade by Andy, G4JNT. Its new synthesiser now transmits JT9A, in addition to the original sequence of stepped power levels. On 50MHz, the Mid-Cornwall Beacon, GB3MCB, has been reconfigured to join the IARU Region-1 Synchronised Beacon Program. It sequentially […]
GB2RS News Script for 23 July 2017
Please click the link below to download this week’s news script* GB2RS News Script for 23 July 2017 *If you are used to the script downloading automatically, please click the link above instead as that feature has now been discontinued.
Amateur radio at The Royal Mint Experience
A unique event is taking place at The Royal Mint Experience, The Royal Mint’s new visitor centre in Llantrisant, Wales from 30 July to 5 August 2017. Local school children and members of the public have been invited to “The Royal Mint Radio Experience” to enjoy a fun, informal and interactive amateur radio workshop. Visitors […]
Rallies and Events News – 23 July 2017
On Sunday, 23 July the Finningley ARS Rally will take place at the Hurst Communications Centre, Belton Road, Sandtoft, Doncaster DN8 5SX. Doors open at 10.30am. There is free parking and a large indoor and outdoor traders’ area. Hot food and drinks are available all day. Admission is £3. Contact Kevin, G3AAF on 07831 614640. […]
DX News – 23 July 2017
A large team from Cockenzie and Port Seton ARC will be active from the Isle of Tiree, EU-008, from 28 to 30 July. They will participate in the IOTA Contest as GM2T, and might be on the air as MM0CPS before the contest. QSL via GM4UYZ either direct or via the bureau, Club Log, Logbook […]
Special Events News – 23 July 2017
Mid-Ulster ARC will operate a special event station at Coney Island until 30 July. Operation will be from 9am to 5pm and the address is Maghery Country Park, Co. Armagh BT71 6NS. Until 30 July, a big Scout jamboree will take place near the town of Sonderborg in Denmark. The Scout jamboree will be active […]
