The Amateur Radio Hobby is one of the world’s most popular, with more than 50,000 active hams in Britain alone. For more info about amateur radio, visit the Radio Society of Great Britain’s website – www.rsgb.org.uk
A TECHNICAL HOBBY
Amateur Radio enthusiasts enjoy using and developing all sorts of technologies to communicate around the world and even out into space.
A SOCIAL HOBBY
Amateur Radio is all about communicating and making friends with people in our local community and all around the world.
A COMMUNITY HOBBY
Amateur Radio clubs celebrate local and national events by promoting them with special event stations – any excuse to get the radio out.
A SERIOUS HOBBY
When the going gets tough, Amateur Radio provides emergency radio cover in times of civil disaster and supports local community events.