Meet Eric, K9GY (USA) We caught up with Eric, K9GY at WRTC 2026, where he was attending as a spectator. Eric joined the RSGB at the 2026 Dayton Hamvention. How long have you been licensed? And why did you get into amateur radio? Since 1977. My dad was a high school electronics teacher and wanted […]
The RSGB was proud to be the National Partner of the 2026 World Radiosport Team Championships (WRTC) which took place in East Anglia earlier this month. The eagerly anticipated event was held in the UK for the first time, and you can read all about the planning of the event, as well as the championship […]
Supporting people on their journey into amateur radio Supporting people on their journey into amateur radio is one of the most important responsibilities the RSGB carries. Whether someone is taking their first steps towards a Foundation licence or finding their feet as a new licensee, the experience they have in those early months often shapes […]
Barry Amateur Radio Society (BARS) was shocked and deeply saddened to learn that it’s long-time Chairman Glyn Jones, became Silent Key on Monday 29 June 2026 aged 88. He became unwell whilst on a cruise around Britain and was transferred to hospital in County Donegal where he sadly passed away. BARS sends its sincere condolences […]
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The popular Club Finder page on our website is now back online at rsgb.org/clubfinder The application has been completely redeveloped, following the major works on our website during May and June 2026. Club Finder now features a fully responsive layout for mobile devices, plus a much clearer and more accessible interface. We hope you enjoy […]
You need to re-validate your licence every five years, however Ofcom recommends doing it annually. The process requires licence holders to confirm or update their details on the Ofcom licence database. Whether you have recently moved, have a new email address, or all your details remain the same, use this as a reminder to log […]
Today, 19 July, Lincoln Short Wave Club Summer Radio Rally is taking place at The Festival Hall, Caistor Road, Market Rasen, LN8 3HT. The doors open at 10am and admission costs £3. This in an indoor event and ample free car parking is available. For more information email m5zzz@outlook.com On Saturday, 25 July, the Wiltshire […]
Radio amateurs using Bawdsey Radar Museum’s callsign GB2GRS will be on the air today, 19 July. Visit the museum to hear where in the world they are contacting. More information is available at bawdseyradar.org.uk Special callsign HF170TESLA is active to mark the 170th anniversary of the birth of Nikola Tesla. Look for activity on various […]
Didier, F6BCW has been active as FO/F6BCW from Tikehau Atoll, OC-066, in French Polynesia until tomorrow, 20 July. He operates CW and SSB on the 80 to 6m bands. QSL via FO/F6BCW, Logbook of the World and OQRS. Aldir, PY1SAD is active as 8R1TM from Guyana until Sunday, 26 July. He operates CW, SSB and […]
