Rallies and Events News – 17 June 2018

The West of England Radio Rally takes place today at the Cheese and Grain, Market Yard, Bridge St, Frome, Somerset BA11 1BE. This, the 15th occurrence of the event will see inside and outside traders, free car parking, disabled access, a cafe, plus an RSGB book stall. Doors open from 10am to 2pm and admission is £3, with accompanied under 14s free. Details from Shaun, G8VPG, on 01225 873 098.

On Thursday Quantum Amateur Radio and Technology Society is holding a sell-and-swap night. It takes place from 8pm at Cottage Lane Mission, Cottage Lane, Ormskirk L39 3NE. Every one is welcome to bring electronic, computer, amateur radio and Maker items to sell, give away or swap. There is free parking but see their website for details. Public admission is £3 and there are refreshments and pizza available. The organisers ask those planning to attend to say so in advance via quantumtech.club.

Next Sunday the Newbury Radio Rally runs for the 31st time. It takes place at Newbury Showground next to junction 13 of the M4, where it crosses the A34 in Berkshire. There will be a display area of an amateur radio station, exhibits, special interest groups, clubs and societies. The grounds open to sellers at 8am and to visitors at 9am. There is free parking. Entry is £2.50 for visitors, £12.50 for a car boot seller’s pitch. There is on-site catering and disabled facilities. Discounted advance pitch bookings can be made via nadars.org.uk/rally.asp and for other details, email newburyrally@nadars.org.uk.

Category: GB2RS Rallies and Events