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Returning to our roots for one special day – Humber Fortress DX ARC at Fort Paull
Armed Forces Festival Activation
Saturday 13th June 2026
The Humber Fortress DX Amateur Radio Club returned to Fort Paull for the first time since 2019 to activate the special event callsign GB0FP during the Fort Paull Armed Forces Festival.
For many members, this was much more than a day of radio operation. It was a return to the place where the club first established its roots and where many of its earliest activities took place.
The club was based in a former military communications cabin situated within the historic fort. With the station established and antennas erected, GB0FP was soon on the air once again from a location that holds a special place in the club’s history.
Returning to Where It All Began
From 2010 until the fort’s closure in 2019, Fort Paull served as the original home of the Humber Fortress DX ARC. Numerous club nights, special event stations, contests, and social gatherings took place within its walls.
The return to the fort brought back many memories for long-standing members while giving newer members an opportunity to experience the location that helped shape the club we know today.
The activation was made even more meaningful by the attendance of founding members, whose commitment and enthusiasm helped establish the club during its earliest years.
GB0FP Back on the Air
Operating throughout the day under the GB0FP callsign, club members demonstrated amateur radio to festival visitors using HF and VHF equipment.
Visitors were able to watch live contacts being made and learn about the many aspects of amateur radio, including international communications, technical experimentation, contesting, emergency communications, and portable operation.
The station attracted a steady stream of visitors throughout the day, many of whom were fascinated by the equipment and keen to learn more about the hobby.
Antennas and Equipment
Despite the limited operating space available inside the cabin, the club successfully established a fully operational station for the event.
A portable HF antenna system was erected adjacent to the operating position, providing reliable coverage and allowing contacts to be made throughout the day.
Supporting the Armed Forces Festival
The Armed Forces Festival brought together military history displays, emergency services organisations, family attractions, veterans groups, and historical exhibits.
The amateur radio station provided an opportunity to demonstrate modern communications alongside the rich military history that Fort Paull represents.
The combination of radio, history, engineering, and public engagement created a successful day for both the club and the festival organisers.
Looking Back – And Forward
While the club now operates from its Millhouse HQ in Patrington, Fort Paull remains an important part of our history and identity.
The successful reactivation of GB0FP demonstrated that the connection between the Humber Fortress DX ARC and Fort Paull remains as strong as ever.
For one special day, the club returned home.
We would like to thank the Fort Paull team for their hospitality and support, together with all club members who helped set up, operate, and dismantle the station.
We hope that this will not be the last time that the callsign GB0FP is heard once again from Fort Paull.
Humber Fortress DX Amateur Radio Club
Established 2010
Club Callsigns: MX0HFC M0HFC M6C
“Returning to our roots for one special day.”
GB0MMH – Raising Awareness for Men’s Mental Health
# STRONG SIGNALS — STRONGER MINDS
## Men’s Mental Health Awareness Through Amateur Radio
The Humber Fortress DX Amateur Radio Club is proud to support Men’s Mental Health Awareness through the worldwide reach and community spirit of amateur radio.
Across two special event weekends during 2026, amateur radio operators from around the United Kingdom will come together on the airwaves using dedicated GB#MMH special event callsigns to help promote awareness, encourage conversation, and support those affected by mental health struggles.
Mental health affects countless men every day. Too often, many suffer in silence. Through this event we hope to encourage people to speak openly, check in on one another, and remind everyone that support is available and nobody has to face things alone.
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# GB0MMH — Humber Fortress DX Amateur Radio Club
Our primary event station, GB0MMH, will be operating from the Humber Fortress DX Amateur Radio Club headquarters located at:
## The Mill House
Patrington Haven
Near Hull
HU12 0PS
## Operating Weekends
### 23rd – 24th May 2026
### 26th – 27th June 2026
Operations will take place across the HF amateur bands using:
– SSB
– FT8
– FT4
Operators will be active throughout the weekends making contacts around the UK, Europe, and worldwide while helping spread this important message across the amateur radio community.
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# Supporting Operators Across The UK
We are incredibly grateful to the many operators and supporters who are generously volunteering their time to take part in this event.
Participating stations currently include:
| Special Event Callsign | Operator | Callsign |
|—|—|—|
| GB0MMH | Humber Fortress DX ARC | MX0HFC |
| GB1MMH | Darren | M0DCX |
| GB5MMH | James | M0GQC |
| GB8MMH | Troy | G7LHK |
| GB9MMH | Bob | M0RWL |
| GB19MMH | Clint | M0OPV |
| GB20MMH | Dave (MLS) | M0TFP |
| GB26MMH | Stu | G5STU |
| GB88MMH | Calum | M0XXT |
Additional operators and stations may also join throughout the event weekends.
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# Visit The Mill House
We warmly welcome visitors to join us at The Mill House during the event weekends.
Whether you are:
– A licensed radio amateur
– Studying for your licence
– Returning to the hobby
– Interested in radio technology
– Supporting the mental health campaign
– Or simply curious about amateur radio
—you will be made very welcome.
Visitors will be able to:
– Watch live HF operating across multiple bands
– See contest-style amateur radio stations in operation
– Meet operators from around the UK
– Learn more about amateur radio and special event stations
– Experience FT8, FT4, and SSB operation live
– Enjoy a friendly and relaxed atmosphere with refreshments available throughout the day
This event is not just about radio contacts. It is about community, conversation, support, and awareness.
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# Mental Health Awareness
Sometimes the hardest thing to do is simply start a conversation.
This event aims to help encourage people to talk openly and support one another.
> “It’s okay to talk.”
> “Strong men ask for help.”
> “You are not alone.”
> “Silence isn’t strength. Speaking up is.”
> “Even the strongest need support.”
If you or somebody you know is struggling, please remember there are people and organisations ready to help.
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# Support Organisations
## Andy’s Man Club
A free peer-to-peer support group for men.
## Mind
Providing advice and support for anyone experiencing mental health problems.
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# LET’S BREAK THE SILENCE — ONE TRANSMISSION AT A TIME
Tune in for awareness.
Speak out for strength.
Join us on air to support Men’s Mental Health Awareness.
We look forward to welcoming operators, visitors, supporters, and members of the public to The Mill House for what we hope will be a meaningful and successful event for everyone involved.
Mills on the Air preparation day !
Mills on the Air is approaching quickly and so that we can run GB0HM from our unique location at Patrington some work had to be undertaken !
Mills on the Air is approaching quickly and so that we can run GB0HM from our unique location at Patrington some work had to be undertaken !
Hundreds of coax spacers that were printed off on the clubs 3D printer over the winter months have been put up on the catenary wire all the way across from the car park and down Mike’s orchard. Mike, Andy G7LRR, Chris G0URG, and Charlie 2E0CIK , have been busy all day, climbing ladders and grazing knuckles under the surprising hot May sun !.
Andy getting stung from a bee he was ok though..
Trees were pruned and after the updating of the mast guy ropes last month everything looks very professional again.
Our antenna farm is looking great and we are sure to have a booming signal next weekend (9th-10th May) for Mills on the Air, keep an ear open for GB0HM on all bands across the weekend.
Many thanks to all who make this great club possible.
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