End of BBC 4 Longwave

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D.J.J. Ring, Jr.

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Jun 22, 2026, 5:51:51 PM (9 days ago) Jun 22

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It's the end of an era for longwave broadcasting 📡

This coming Saturday 27th June at 01:00 BST (00:00 UTC), the BBC's Radio 4 Longwave service will permanently shut down.

The iconic transmitters at Droitwich, Westerglen and Burghead will fall silent after nearly a century of longwave transmission, closing a significant chapter in RF history.

Though we are saying goodbye to this iconic service, the spirit of Amateur radio and DXing continues to evolve, and we as radio tech manufacturers are always striving to provide equipment that keeps the hobby moving forward.

Follow this link for more info: https://www.bbc.co.uk/reception/work-warning/news/radio4lw