HFDXARC’s First-Ever Radio Rally – A Huge Success!
On Saturday, July 19th, the Humber Fortress DX Amateur Radio Club (HFDXARC) proudly hosted our very first Radio Rally at Welwick Village Hall — and what a day it was!
The hall was buzzing with activity from the moment the doors opened. Traders and radio clubs travelled from far and wide to join us, filling more than 30 tables that were positively groaning under the weight of classic and modern radio equipment. From vintage valve sets to cutting-edge SDR rigs, the variety on display was nothing short of amazing. Radios sat alongside a treasure trove of cables, sockets, batteries, and testers, ready to tempt every kind of amateur radio enthusiast.
We were delighted to welcome numerous amateur radio clubs and to see so many curious operators — both local and national — drop by for a chat, a browse, and a bargain. Judging by the smiles and the bulging bags, very few people went home empty-handed!
Our club members worked incredibly hard, both in the run-up to the event and on the day itself. From greeting visitors and taking entrance fees, to cooking up bacon butties in the kitchen and running the classic rally tombola, the team gave it their all to make the day special.
We want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported the rally — whether you were a trader, a club, or a visitor. Events like this keep our hobby alive, bringing people together and showing that amateur radio has an exciting future ahead.
Keep an eye on our website calendar for news of future events, and keep an ear out for our club callsign on a Friday club night or over the weekend. We look forward to seeing you on the air — or at our next big rally!
Ed 2E0HKZ
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