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GB2RS NEWS

Sunday 6th of August 2017

The news headlines:

• ARISS contact for YOTA 2017

• RSGB comments on Ofcom VDSL report

• 12-year-old activates all 214 Wainwrights

An International Space Station ARISS contact has been planned for astronaut Paolo Nespoli, IZ0JPA and the Youngsters on the Air event, which takes place at Gilwell Park this week. The ARISS contact is scheduled for Tuesday the 8th of August at approximately 1838UTC. This will be a direct radio contact, operated by GB4YOTA, and downlink signals will be audible in many parts of Europe on 145.800MHz narrowband FM. Paolo, IZ0JPA will operate the HamVideo transmitter. The Goonhilly receiver will be activated sometime on the 4th of August and will remain active over the weekend, continuing to track the ISS until the morning of the 9th. Two internet video streams will be available. The main YOTA event stream is at and the ISS contact stream, starting at around 1740UTC on Tuesday, will be at You can also watch the ISS contact live on the RSGB’s YouTube channel at theRSGB

Ofcom published a research report that the RSGB contends came to the mistaken conclusion that no electromagnetic disturbance capable of causing harmful interference was found at three sites tested, all of which had reported interference from VDSL. The RSGB EMC Committee has analysed in detail the results obtained by Ofcom and converted them to standard units for this type of measurement. Ofcom results were then found to be within a few decibels of RSGB’s earlier measurements at these sites. We believe these constitute Harmful Interference and so we presented these results at a meeting with Ofcom in June 2017. Slides from presented by RSGB at the meeting are at GB2RS-0608a Ofcom now proposes to conduct further tests at other sites using a different test setup. We are discussing with them test methods that will find what is and what is not receivable because of the VDSL RFI. Currently, Ofcom propose to measure only what is receivable despite the RFI. [Note to Newsreaders: the full, original URL is ]

Congratulations to Lauren, M6HLR, who completed the Wainwrights on the Air challenge this week. She has climbed all 214 Wainwrights within two years and been portable on amateur radio from each one. At just 12 years old she is the youngest person to complete the challenge. BBC News caught up with her on Monday after her 213th Wainwright and the programme aired after she completed the challenge on Tuesday. The BBC report is online at GB2RS-0608b She is a great advocate for amateur radio and an enthusiastic role model for encouraging others of her age to get involved. [Note to Newsreaders: the full, original URL is ]

Online voting is now open to determine which scoring system will be used in the UKAC contests from 6m though to 23cm for 2018. Online voting on this consultation will remain open until 2359 BST on the 20th of August. Those eligible to vote are current RSGB Members who have taken part in an RSGB VHF, UHF or SHF contest in the past five years either as single operators, or as members of a multi-operator entry, as verified against the Contest Committee database. If you have changed your callsign since entering your last VHF Contest, please include both your old and new callsigns. The vote can be reached by going to surveymonkey.co.uk/r/UKAC_Vote

The MSF radio signal is a dedicated time broadcast that provides an accurate and reliable source of UK civil time, based on the NPL time scale UTC. The annual shutdown of the MSF time signal service to allow safe maintenance of the masts and antennas, including greasing of the stays, will take place between the 14th and the 31st of August. The service will be off-air from 8am to 7pm each day, including weekends. If the weather is unsuitable for work to be carried out, then the service will not be turned off. If the work is completed sooner than 7pm on any day, the service will be restored as soon as possible.

GB2RS newsreader Reg, G8VHI will be away on the 13th of August so there will be no 2m SSB transmission at 2030 on 144.250MHz. There will only be the 145.525MHz FM broadcast, with a slightly reduced coverage, as the reserve reader Jim, G4AEH will be reading. SSB will return on the 20th of August.

The Danish national society, EDR, celebrates its 90th anniversary in August. Danish radio amateurs will, throughout 2017, be active with OZ90EDR, OX90EDR and 5P90EDR. On the 15th August from 0000UTC until 2359UTC there will be extensive activity with these callsigns and the special Headquarters station, OZ90HQ, and also the Joker station, OV90EDR, will be active. On the 19th, OZ90HQ will be active again. After the 19th, the HQ station will go back to using OZ1HQ. All contacts on the 15th and 19th will be valid for the EDR 90 Anniversary Award. Read more about the award on OZ90EDR.dk

Alan Betts, G0HIQ recently stepped down as chair of the Examinations Group. His successor has been announced as Professor Peter Richmond, M0HBL. Peter has been interested in amateur radio since his schooldays and this interest in electricity and magnetism led to a career with Unilever looking into the effectiveness of washing powders and the nature of food. A lengthy career in research and general management followed, including a post in Trinity College Dublin applying his physics skills to problems in economics and social science, which continues to this day. On retirement, Peter obtained his licence and joined the Examinations Group. You can read more about Peter and the work of the Examinations Group at GB2RS-0608c [Note to Newsreaders: the full, original URL is ]

Thames Amateur Radio Group is hosting an RSGB Train the Trainers event on Saturday the 9th of December between 9am and 5pm. Training is open to candidates from any club and is delivered free to RSGB Members, but the club will be asking for a £5 donation per candidate towards hall hire, buffet lunch and refreshments. To book send an email to Nigel.m0ich@

The annual Churches and Chapels on the Air event takes place on the 9th of September, between 10am and 4pm. Most operation is on 40m SSB. If you are putting a station on please register your event with John, G3XYF by email to g3xyf@ A list of CHOTA stations will be on

Ofcom has updated the conditions of the 2300-2302MHz microwave NoV. Operation from Jersey and Guernsey is now also permitted under the latest terms. As many of the existing 3-year NoVs are due to expire, all holders are encouraged to renew online, free, from nov to benefit from the latest terms. Separately, Ofcom has issued frequency clearances for four microwave beacons. These are GB3FNM at Farnham on 2.3GHz, GB3LPC at Bampton in 3.4GHz, a move of GB3KEU to Finningley on 5.7GHz and a change to GB3KBQ in Taunton on 10GHz. These are all Secondary allocations where RSGB supports and encourages activity. 

And now for the details of rallies and events for the coming week

The 28th King's Lynn ARC Great Eastern Radio Rally takes place today, the 6th of August, at Gaywood Community Centre, Gayton Road, King's Lynn, Norfolk PE30 4DZ. Car parking on site is free and talk in will be provided on 145.550MHz. Doors open at 9am, with admission £2. There will be trade stands and a Bring & Buy. There are amateur radio pitches outside as well as tables inside. On site catering will be available. Details from Ted, G4OZG, on 01553 768 701, 0794 683 8656.

The Lorn Radio Rally takes place today, the 6th of August, at Crianlarich Village Hall, Main Street, Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8QN. Doors open at 10.30am and entry is £2. There will be trade stands as well as a Bring & Buy. A raffle will be drawn at 1.30pm. Catering is available on site. Details, by email, to lornradioclub@

The 24th Cockenzie and Port Seton ARC Annual Mini Rally Night takes place on the 11th of August at Port Seton Resource Community Centre, South Seton Park, Port Seton, East Lothian EH32 0BQ. Doors are open from 6pm to 9pm and entry is £2. A raffle will be held on the night and refreshments will be available. Bring along your own junk and sell it yourself. There is no charge for a table but they are only available on a first come first served basis. More information from gm4uyz@

Flight Refuelling ARS Hamfest takes place next Sunday, the 13th of August, at Cobham Sports and Social Club Ground, Merley, near Wimborne, Dorset BH21 3DA. There will be a talk in station on S22 and the venue has free car parking. Doors open at 10am and admission is £3.50. There will be trade stands, a car boot areas and indoor and field pitches for traders. Lectures will take place during the day. There is catering and a licensed bar on site. Camping is available, on Saturday night only, in an adjacent field. More information from hamfest@.uk

If you have any rally or event information you’d like to appear in future editions of GB2RS News, in RadCom and on the RSGB website, please email full details to radcom@.uk.

And now the DX news compiled from 425 DX News and other sources

Gianluca, IK4LZH and Teresa, IU4ICT will be active as 4O/IK4LZH and 4O/IU4ICT from Montenegro between the 6th and 15th of August. They will operate SSB on 40 and 20 metres. QSLs via Logbook of The World, eQSL or via IK4LZH, bureau preferred.

Alex, F4GHS will be active holiday style as E51GHS from Aitutaki, IOTA reference OC-083, between the 7th and 16th of August, then from Rarotonga, OC-013, until the 25th. QSL via his home callsign.

Giovanni, IK1WEG will be active as 9A/IK1WEG from Rab Island, EU-136, between the 7th and 19th of August. He will operate mainly CW on the HF and VHF bands. QSL via his home callsign, direct or bureau.

S9V will be active from Robben Island, AF-064, between the 9th and 13th of August. The team of operators plan to operate SSB and CW with two stations. QSL via M0OXO’s OQRS; traditional QSLs direct only to M0OXO.

Geoff, G8OFQ will be working as a volunteer at the Giant Tortoise Breeding Center on Isla Isabela, Galapagos, SA-004, until the 31st of October. He will be mostly on the air /MM from his yacht the Blue Aurora moored in Puerto Villamil. QSL direct only. He will upload his logs to Logbook of The World and Club Log.

Now the special event news

We start with details of Regional Youngsters On The Air activities. GB17YOTA will be a big signal on many bands this week, marking the RSGB international YOTA event at Gilwell Park. Listen out for them and give them a call – there will be a mixture of operators in the age range from 15 to 25 visiting from around the world.

Meirion ARS will be running a YOTA event over this weekend at Maes Y Neuadd, Talsarnau Gwynedd LL47 6YA. The event is being hosted by the 1st Porthmadog Scout Group who are holding a weekend YOTA camp where Explorer Scouts, Scouts, Cubs and Beavers will all be going for their communications awards. All visitors are welcome to this event and a talk-in station will be operating on 145.475MHz.

There will be a YOTA station in Sussex operating as GB2HAY from the Thursday the 10th to Saturday the 12th of August from noon to 6pm. The venue is Gummies, Beacon Hill Campsite, Tower Road, Faygate RH12 4SX. Contact Mick, G4EFO on 0785 526 8666, for more information.

Members of Bredhurst RATS will be activating Rochester Castle on the 11th and 12th of August and they believe it will be the first time the location has been activated.

Dundee Amateur Radio Club is holding a YOTA2017 Day on Saturday the 12th of August between 10am and 4pm from Monikie Scout Hut, Panmure Road, Monikie, Angus DD5 3QA. The 53rd Angus 1st Newbigging Scout Group will be joining them for a day of radio activity. Details from Jim, MM0DXD on 0772 032 1824.

Grey Point Fort ARS club station will be transmitting at the 204 NI Field Hospital Family Fun Day at Grey Point Fort on the 12th and 13th of August. All the museums will be open with other attractions such as a climbing wall, military displays, stalls and a band. Everyone is welcome.

Now the contest news

The 432MHz Low Power contest takes place today, the 6th, running from 0800 to 1200UTC. Using all modes on 70cm, the exchange is signal report, serial number, locator and postcode.

On Tuesday the 432MHz FM Activity Contest runs from 1800 to 1900UTC. It is immediately followed by the 432MHz UK Activity Contest from 1900 to 2130UTC. The exchange is the same for both contests, signal report, serial number and locator.

On Thursday, the 50MHz UK Activity Contest runs from 1900 to 2130UTC. Using all modes, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator.

The 144MHz Meteor scatter Sprint Contest takes place during the maximum of the Perseids meteor shower. Running from 2200UTC on Friday the 11th to 2159 on Sunday the 13th, you can find the necessary rules, scoring system and award details at mmmonvhf.de/ctestinfo.php

Running from 0000UTC on Saturday the 12th to 2359UTC on Sunday, the 13th the WAE DX CW Contest uses the 3.5 to 28MHz bands. Europe works non-Europe only and the exchange is signal report and serial number.

Next Sunday, the 13th, the fifth 70MHz Cumulative Contest runs from 1400 to 1600UTC. Using all modes, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator.

Now the radio propagation report, compiled by G3SVW, G3YLA and G4BAO on Friday the 4th of August.

Last week was characterised by reasonably settled geomagnetic conditions and a solar flux index in the low 70s. The settled conditions meant that, despite the ionosphere still suffering from the summer doldrums, there was HF DX to be had. Andy, M0NKR reports working Z81D South Sudan and TX5EG Marquesas Island on Monday as well as a string of North and South American stations on 20m in the early evening. This shows that at this point in the solar cycle quiet geomagnetic conditions can make all the difference.

Next week NOAA predicts the solar flux index will remain in the mid seventies, but we may suffer from the tail end of the geomagnetic disturbance that started on Friday the 4th. This is due to solar matter from a large Earth-facing coronal hole on the Sun. At the time this is being written we don’t know the magnetic characteristics or speed of the incoming solar wind stream so it is hard to be precise. Nevertheless, if its magnetic component is south-facing we can expect it to couple more easily with the Earth’s magnetic field and the K index could soar as particles are channelled towards the poles.

After a potential initial positive phase we might see maximum usable frequencies to decline and the bands to be noisy, perhaps until Tuesday the 8th. The good news is that a new sunspot has just rotated into view and the rest of next week is predicted to be more settled.

And now the VHF and up propagation news.

The unsettled weather of the past week will continue through this weekend and into the first half of next week. This means that, like last week, rain scatter is one mode of choice for the GHz bands. As Sunday’s UK Microwave Group contest showed, even light patchy rain can improve 10GHz propagation so be alert, check the beacons and announce activity.

Around the middle of next week there are signs that a weak ridge of high pressure will build towards southern Britain, offering a hint of tropo across southern UK and into the continent. Paths of maximum range are probably going to be across the ridge over Biscay to Spain, Portugal and perhaps even the Canaries or the Azores.

As we approach the end of the Sporadic-E season, August offers decreasing chances. That said, there have been some very good days well into the second half of the month, especially when the weather is more unsettled and is driven by strong jet streams. Subjectively, these late season events can pop up at odd times, quite often biased towards the middle of the day rather than the morning and evening splits of mid-season Sporadic-E.

EME path losses start to fall again this week and Moon declination is rising but stays negative until Friday. UK Moonrise gets later in the evening as the week progresses, so EME will be a late night or early morning activity all week.

And that’s all from the propagation team this week.

Next, the Local News:

Please note that details of all RSGB-affiliated clubs and societies can be found on the RSGB website, including email addresses and website links where known.

[Note to Newsreaders: Please read the local news items appropriate to the service area of your transmission.]

NEWS FOR THE MIDLANDS

We start with clubs that have several events this week. Cheltenham Amateur Radio Association has a net from 8.30am today and next Sunday on 50.220 USB. On Tuesday there’s a QRS CW net around 3540-3550kHz from 8pm. Contact Derek, G3NKS, on 01242 241 099.

Wythall Radio Club has its regular net at 8pm today and next Sunday on 145.225MHz or GB3WL. On Tuesday there’s a Morse class, club night and committee meeting. Next Sunday sees the club providing car parking communications and running a club stall at Wythall Carnival. Details from Chris, G0EYO, on 07710 412 819.

Coventry Amateur Radio Society has an open net on Monday from 8pm on 145.375MHz FM and / or 7.16MHz SSB ± QRM. Thursday sees an open net from 8pm on 50.175MHz SSB and on Friday there’s a barbecue & portable night at Newbold Comyn. Contact John, G8SEQ, on 07958 777 363.

Leicester Radio Society has a Morse class on Monday followed by a Bring and Buy sale that is open to all. Thursday sees the start of the Intermediate course. Contact Sandra Morley, G0MCV, on 0793 027 4044.

Nunsfield House Amateur Radio Group has a shack night on Monday. On Thursday it’s the club net from 8pm on 145.325MHz and Friday sees a screening of TX Factor 15. Contact Paul, G1SGZ, via email to pr@.uk.

RAF Waddington Amateur Radio Club has its net on Monday from 8pm on 145.325MHz. On Friday there’s a cake night. Contact Bob, G3VCA, on 07971 166 250.

South Birmingham Radio Society is checking the rigs in the shack on Monday, then the regular coffee morning in the shack from 11am on Tuesday. On Friday there’s a session sorting rally stock for the Telford rally. Contact Gemma Gordon, M6GKG, by email to gemmagordon.m6gkg@.

Worksop Amateur Radio Society is holding a social night on Tuesday and a technical night on Thursday. Details from Sue, M6XAK, on 01777 707 992.

Gloucester Amateur Radio & Electronics Society has its main club net on Wednesday from 7.30pm on 145.475MHz FM. On Thursday there’s a net on 145.475MHz from 7.30pm, often then moving to 80m SSB. Friday sees a net from 7.30pm on 432.220MHz USB. Contact Anne, 2E1GKY, on 01242 699 595, daytime.

Lincoln Short-Wave Club is having a natter night on Wednesday with G5FZ on the air. Thursday sees the club net on 145.375MHz. Next Saturday sees the shack from 9am open plus G5FZ on the air, then a barbecue from 3pm. For more information contact Pam Rose, G4STO, on 01427 788 356.

Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Monday Sutton Coldfield Amateur Radio Society has an open net on 145.250MHz from 7.30pm. Details from Robert Bird, via email to rob2e0zap@.

On Monday Welland Valley Amateur Radio Society has its net from 8pm on 145.275MHz FM. For more information contact Peter D Rivers, G4XEX, on 01858 432 105.

On Tuesday Loughborough & District Amateur Radio Club is on the air from the allotment at Whitwick. More information from Chris, G1ETZ, on 01509 504 319.

On Tuesday Malvern Hills RAC is having a talk on the story of GB3NW by Dave, G4IDF and Don, G6CMV. Contact Dave, G4IDF, on 01905 351 568.

On Wednesday Telford & District Amateur Radio Society is putting Moxons from 40m to 2m on the air with G0UFE. Details from John Humphreys, M0JZH, on 07824 737 716.

On Wednesday Midland Amateur Radio Society has training classes and is on the air. Details from Norman, G8BHE, on 0780 807 8003.

On Wednesday South Kesteven Amateur Radio Society has its net via GB3GR. Contact Andrew, M0NRD, on 0796 906 2859.

On Thursday Salop Amateur Radio Society is having a calibration night. For details, email salopamateurradio@.

On Thursday Solihull Amateur Radio Society Club has its net on or around 145.450MHz from 8pm. For details, email SolihullRadioClub@.

On Friday Bromsgrove & District Amateur Radio Club is having a club night. Contact John, G4OJS, on 0788 9678 7303.

NEWS FOR THE NORTH OF ENGLAND

We start with clubs that have several events this week. Denby Dale Radio Club has its net via GB3HD from 10.30am today and next Sunday. On Wednesday there’s a night on the air. Details from Darran, G0BWB, on 0797 442 3227.

Macclesfield & District Radio Society is having an equipment maintenance night on Monday. Thursday to Sunday sees the annual club Field Day at Brandside Village Hall, Buxton SK17 0SF. All visitors are welcome. For details, email info@.

Stockport Radio Society has a club net on Tuesday starting on 51.550MHz FM at 7.30pm then QSY to 50.270MHz SSB at 8.15pm. On Thursday there’s a club net from 7.30pm on 145.375MHz. Details from Heather Stanley, M6HNS, on 07506 904 422.

Wirral Amateur Radio Society is open at its new venue on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7pm. The location is Unit 17, Peninsula Business Park, Reeds Lane, Moreton, Wirral CH46 1DW. Facilities include a shack, workshop, kitchen, test area, loos plus a lounge and presentation area. An 80 foot tower carries the club’s antennas. Details from William Davies, G4YWD, on 0780 488 4245.

Durham and District Amateur Radio Society is having a club night on Wednesday. On Thursday it’s the club net from 7.30pm on 145.475MHz. Details from Michael, G7TWX, via email to dadars@.

Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Monday Angel of the North Amateur Radio Club is on the air. Contact Nancy Bone, G7UUR, on 01914 770 036.

On Monday Thornton Cleveleys Amateur Radio Society is having a natter night and putting the shack on the air. Details from John E Rodway, G4FRK, on 01253 862 810.

On Wednesday Sheffield & District Wireless Society is holding a training and social night. Contact Krystyna, 2E0KSH, on 0788 406 5375.

On Thursday Hull & District Amateur Radio Society is having a club night and putting the shack on the air. Details from Julian, on 0775 957 7118.

On Thursday Ripon & District Amateur Radio Society is having a club night. More information from David Cutter, G3UNA, on 01423 860 778.

On Thursday South Manchester Radio and Computer Club is having a talk on crib sheets by G8RSI. Details from Ron, G3SVW, on 01619 693 999.

On Friday East Cleveland Amateur Radio Club is holding a technical forum. For more information contact Alistair, G4OLK, on 01642 475 671.

On Friday Wakefield & District Radio Society continues its Foundation course and is having a natter night. Contact Charles, on 0790 050 0775.

NEWS FOR NORTHERN IRELAND

No news items have been received for Northern Ireland this week.

NEWS FOR SCOTLAND

On Tuesday Dundee Amateur Radio Club is running a YOTA activity. More information from Martin, 2M0KAU, on 0776 370 8933.

On Tuesday Livingston and District Amateur Radio Society is having a talk. Details from Cathie, 2M0DIB, on 01506 433 846.

On Wednesday Glenrothes & DRC Check is checking the HF kit. Contact Dougie, MM6KNR, via email to dougie@digitalmaker.co.uk.

On Wednesday Lothians Radio Society is holding an informal pub night at 'wee' Bennet’s Bar. Contact Mike Burgess, MM0MLB, via email to secretary@.

On Wednesday Perth & District Amateur Radio Group is holding a normal club night, to which all are welcome. Details from Ron Stratton, via email to mm3ygi@.

On Friday Cockenzie & Port Seton Amateur Radio Club is holding its 24th Annual Mini-Rally Night. More information from Bob, GM4UYZ, on 01875 811 723.

On Friday Mid Lanarkshire Amateur Radio Society is having a club night. Contact Kevin, 2M0KVM, on 0772 509 6279.

NEWS FOR THE SOUTH EAST and EAST ANGLIA

We start with clubs that have several events this week. Coulsdon Amateur Transmitting Society has nets today and next Sunday at 11am on 145.4MHz ± QRM and 5pm on 3.7MHz ± QRM. Wednesday sees a net from 9pm on 70.425MHz. Details from Andy Briers, G0KZT, via email to secretary@.

Essex Ham continues its online Foundation class today and on Monday has its club net via GB3DA from 8pm. Contact Pete, M0PSX, via email to news@essexham.co.uk.

Surrey Radio Contact Club has a net today and next Sunday on 1905kHz from 9.30am. On Monday there’s a video show with Peter, G3ZPB. Thursday sees a net on 70.300MHz from 8pm and on Friday there’s a net on 145.350MHz from 8pm. Contact John, G3MCX, on 020 8688 3322.

Worthing & District Amateur Radio Club has its monthly breakfast meeting today and a tea and chat night on Wednesday. Next Sunday sees a club net at 7.30am on 3.712 MHz +/- QRM SSB. Contact Al, M0OAL, via email to information@.uk.

Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Monday Peterborough & District Amateur Radio Club has its net on 1.908MHz. Contact Alan Ralph via email to secretary@padarc.co.uk

On Tuesday Braintree & District Amateur Radio Society is watching TX14. More details from Edwin, G0LPO, on 01376 324 031.

On Tuesday South Essex Amateur Radio Society is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Details from Terry Howchen, G1FBW, on 07986 070 040.

On Wednesday Aylesbury Vale Radio Society is holding a discussion evening. For details, email vic@.

On Wednesday Bracknell Amateur Radio Club is holding a treasure hunt with Richard May, G8IBP. Contact David, M0XDF, via email to M0XDF@Alphadene.co.uk.

On Wednesday Bromley & District Amateur Radio Society has its net from 9pm, starting on 145.500MHz. Contact Andy, G4WGZ, on 01689 878 089.

On Wednesday Crystal Palace Radio and Electronics Club has its net from 8pm on 145.525MHz ± QRM. Contact Bob, G3OOU, on 01737 552 170.

On Wednesday Norfolk Amateur Radio Club is having a Skype talk by Carl Luetzelschwab, K9LA, on solar and propagation topics. Contact Chris Danby, G0DWV, on 01603 898 308.

On Wednesday Southdown Amateur Radio Society has a net from 8.30am on 145.275MHz, a cafe meeting at 12.30 and a CW net on 144.060MHz from 7pm. Details from John, G3DQY, on 01424 424 319.

On Wednesday Southgate Amateur Radio Club is holding a barbecue in the Spinney. More information from Keith, G8RPA, via email to g8rpa@.

On Thursday Echelford Amateur Radio Society is having a talk on RAYNET by Colin Bowman, M0NLP. Contact John, G4GSC, on 01784 451 898.

On Thursday Hilderstone Radio and Electronics Club is holding an informal meeting at Joss Bay for mobile or portable operations and / or kite flying. Details from Ian, 2E0DUE, via email to secretary@.

On Thursday Huntingdonshire Amateur Radio Society is having a natter night. Contact David, M0VTG, via email to secretary@hunts-hams.co.uk.

On Thursday Loughton & Epping Forest Amateur Radio Society has its net from 8pm on 144.725MHz. Details from Dave De La Haye, M0MBD, on 0798 016 5172.

On Thursday Norfolk Coast Amateur Radio Society is looking at computer logging. For details email Steve, G3PND, via info@norfolkcoastamateurs.co.uk.

On Thursday Reading & District Amateur Radio Club is on the air on HF and VHF. Contact Laurence James, G2DD, on 0758 470 6625.

On Thursday Thurrock Acorns Amateur Radio Club has a 2m open net from 7.30pm. Contact Gordon, M0WJL, via email to acorns@taarc.co.uk.

On Thursday Verulam Amateur Radio Club is having a social evening with the GB3VH Repeater Group. Contact Greg Beacher, M0PPG, on 01582 413 345.

On Friday and Saturday Bredhurst Receiving & Transmitting Society will be activating Rochester Castle in Kent. Contact Nicky, via email to secretary@brats-.

On Friday Mid-Sussex Amateur Radio Society is having a radio night and table top sale. More information from Dennis Conway, M0YDC, on 0747 630 1044.

On Friday and Saturday Thames Amateur Radio Group is at Military and Flying Machines in Maldon. Details from Patrick Higham, G8JLM, on 01621 855 461.

NEWS FOR THE SOUTH WEST

On Monday Burnham on Sea Amateur Radio Club is meeting The Pineapple, Dorney. Details from Charles, G0SKA, on 01753 647 101.

On Monday Weston Super Mare Radio Society is having a construction, operating and natter night. More information from Martin Jones, G7UWI, on 01934 613 094.

On Tuesday Plymouth Radio Club is having a club night. Contact David Beck, 2E0DTC, via email to d.beck123@.

Exeter Amateur Radio Society has its net on GB3EW from 7.45pm on Tuesday. Wednesday sees a workshop on AREDN and Hamnet. Contact Nick, M0NRJ, on 01363 775 756.

On Thursday South Bristol Amateur Radio Club has a collaborative 2m fox hunt. Details from Andrew Jenner, G7KNA, on 07838 695 471.

On Thursday Yeovil Amateur Radio Club is having a talk on amateur radio and broadcasting by G3MYM. Details from Rodney Edwards, M0RGE, on 01935 825 791.

On Friday North Bristol Amateur Radio Club has its summer quiz night. Details from Mat, G7FBD, via email to g7fbd@.

Poole Radio Society is having a talk on 3D Modelling using FreeCAD on Friday by Tim Guy, M0TGY. Sunday sees a club stand at the Hamfest Rally, Merley. For details, email secretary@.uk.

On Friday Torbay Amateur Radio Society has its August business meeting. Contact John, via email to g4vud@.uk

Next Sunday Flight Refuelling Amateur Radio Society is running the Flight Refuelling Hamfest rally, Details form John, G4POF, on 0758 250 6336.

NEWS FOR WALES

On Thursday North Wales Radio Society is discussing a technical topic. Contact Liz Cabban, GW0ETU, on 0776 019 0355.

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