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Special 70th anniversary GB2RS broadcasts
Do not forget to listen out for three special one-off broadcasts from the RSGB National Radio Centre on Sunday, 28 September 2025. The broadcasts are part of the celebrations which are taking place to mark the 70th anniversary of GB2RS. Listen out at 1pm, 2.30pm and 4pm. Go to the GB70RS web page for details […]
Also in GB2RS this week…
The RSGB LoRa high-altitude balloon launch took place on Saturday, 20 September 2025 and was a great success despite tricky weather conditions, which included rain and high winds. The balloon soared at a peak altitude of 48,556 feet before landing in a remote location in the Thursden Valley. Winners of the competition to win a […]
Secure your ticket for the RSGB 2025 Convention before online ticketing closes
Tickets for the RSGB Convention at Kents Hill Conference Centre in Milton Keynes are still available to purchase online, but hurry as advance sales close on Sunday 5 October. You will be able to buy a Convention ticket on the door but not at the reduced rate that is available now. Your ticket will give […]
A reminder to identify yourself clearly when operating
Every radio amateur knows that it is important to identify yourself clearly when operating. This includes the mandatory use of a Regional Secondary Locator, or RSL, if you hold an Intermediate call sign in the 2-series. For example, your call sign would start with 2E0 if you’re in England or 2M0 if you’re operating in […]
RSGB Outreach Team launches its first official DMR Youth Net
Calling all young radio enthusiasts wherever you are in the world! The RSGB Outreach Team is thrilled to launch its first official DMR Youth Net. The first net will be on Tuesday 30 September at 1900UTC and the RSGB Youth Talk Group 23554 is available on the DVSPh and Brandmeister Networks. Whether you’re just starting […]
Also in GB2RS this week…
The RSGB National Radio Centre will be hosting the World War Two SOE station, GB1SOE in the foyer of the Centre on Saturday 27 September. On Sunday 28 September, it will also be hosting three special one-off broadcasts to mark the 70th anniversary of GB2RS, which will include a special greetings message from the RSGB […]
