NRC news
WRTC attendees enjoy visit to the RSGB National Radio Centre
Over 50 visitors from WRTC 2026 including competitors, referees, spectators and volunteers enjoyed their visit to the RSGB National Radio Centre (NRC) and Bletchley Park this week. This was the first of two visits to the NRC planned during the international event. The visitors were treated to a talk about Bletchley Park, and spent plenty […]
NRC takes part in 1940s weekend at Bletchley Park
The weekend of 13 and 14 June is 1940s weekend at Bletchley Park. The RSGB National Radio Centre will be open to visitors and supporting the occasion by hosting the special event station GB1SOE using CW on 40m. There will also be a display of WWII radios. Remember that RSGB Members can gain free access […]
New microwave capabilities for the NRC
Icom UK has equipped the RSGB National Radio Centre (NRC) with the IC-905 All-Mode Transceiver as part of its ongoing support for the RSGB and the amateur radio community. This latest addition ensures that volunteers and visitors at the prestigious Bletchley Park facility have access to the latest VHF, UHF and SHF technology. The IC-905 […]
Extended summer opening hours at NRC
If you are planning a visit to the RSGB National Radio Centre (NRC) you will be pleased to hear—in line with Bletchley Park’s summer opening hours—that the NRC is now open for an extra hour and will close at 5pm each day. Remember, RSGB members can download a free entry voucher for Bletchley Park.
RSGB National Radio Centre featured in BRITAIN magazine
Among the many informative and engaging displays at the RSGB National Radio Centre, you’ll find information highlighting the contribution to the war effort made by Voluntary Interceptors who were RSGB Members during World War Two. It is this topic that Josephine Saunders explores in her compelling article “Listening for victory” published in “BRITAIN” magazine. The […]
RSGB National Radio Centre wins the 2025 Sir Arthur Clarke Education and Outreach Team Award
At a glittering awards ceremony in London last night, the RSGB National Radio Centre team beat two other finalists to win the 2025 Sir Arthur Clarke Education and Outreach Team Award “For inspiring all Generations about Amateur Satellites by providing a unique insight into the world of radio communications”. The awards are organised by the […]
