We recently issued the first ever Foundation Gold Award, and it was a richly-deserved reward for application and endeavour! Becoming licensed Nine-year-old Joe Holroyd passed his Foundation with Hereford ARS back in April this year; eight minutes after the exam had started, Joe strolled out with a huge grin on his face. He had passed! […]
The RSGB recognises the importance of construction as a key element of amateur radio, whether that is using traditional construction skills or is a software or systems engineering project. The Society has launched its 2024 Construction Competition and the deadline for entries is 1 March 2024. To enable members across the country, and even the […]
The RSGB 2023 Convention takes place over both days this weekend. There is a fantastic range of presentations on a variety of amateur radio topics. If you haven’t already booked, you can buy day tickets on the door or join the Livestream at any time over the weekend. The Livestream contains 12 of the Convention […]
The RSGB is delighted to welcome Andrew Lenton, G8UUG as the new Chair of the Exams and Syllabus Review Group (ESRG). The Society would also like to thank Donard de Cogan, M0KRK for his hard work and dedication to this important role over a number of years. You can contact Andrew via esrg.chair@rsgb.org.uk
The RSGB were delighted to present Trevor Hughes, G4WKJ with the RSGB National Radio Centre (NRC) ‘Volunteer of the Year’ Award 2023. RSGB General Manager, Steve Thomas, M1ACB surprised Trevor with the award in recognition of his long service to the NRC and in particular for his personal contribution in developing the Snail Morse Key […]
With just one week to go until the RSGB 2023 Convention, your time is running out to book packages or pre-book day tickets. The deadline is midnight on Sunday 8 October so head over to our website and book your place. You will still be able to buy day tickets at the Convention so do […]
The presentation Aimed at newcomers to amateur radio, this presentation will be an entry-level talk which will touch on antennas generally but will focus on the End Fed Half Wave Antenna (EFHW) – transformers, construction and performance. About Colin “I first became interested in radio around 12 years old when my cousin showed me an […]
The next Tonight@8 live webinar is on Monday 2 October when Lee Volante, G0MTN will give a presentation aimed at newcomers to contesting. He will explore how contesting began, explain why it is rewarding and fun, and demonstrate how anyone can take part in their first contests with equipment they have today. Watch on the […]
RSGB Board Director Ben Lloyd, GW4BML has taken on the challenge of activating 10 summits during 12 days on the remote Scottish islands He will climb some with his partner and fellow radio amateur Martha, and their two-year-old daughter Lyra. This Summits on the Air (SOTA) challenge combines Ben’s favourite hobbies of amateur radio and […]
RadCom Basics Editor Lee Aldridge, G4EJB has retired Over the past few years, Lee has been instrumental in making RadCom Basics a success. His passion for amateur radio and commitment to encouraging newcomers is infectious and has been very well received by readers. The RSGB thanks Lee for his hard work as Editor and is […]
