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11th May 2017, 8:44 am | #1 |
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New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Good morning,
I have just bought and received a copy of a new book which has just been published about the history of Rugby radio station. Although for £5.99 it may seem a very small book it is in fact a very big book with plenty of pages and with many excellent pictures of the radio station, its transmitters and associated equipment through the years from the very beginning right up to the stations demise and the demolition of the masts. It includes the history of the Rugby time signal as well.It also has personal accounts of some of the staff who worked there. All proceeds go to the air ambulance. A link to the book details page is below http://rugbyradiostation.co.uk/the-h...radio-station/ Christopher Capener
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11th May 2017, 9:35 am | #2 |
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Re: new book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Looks interesting. Rugby was the archetypal radio station that was talked of in my childhood - perhaps a hangover from its importance in WW2.
I've just ordered a copy of the book. Martin
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16th May 2017, 3:27 pm | #3 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Sounds interesting, I've ordered a copy. If anyone is undecided, remember that the money is going to charity.
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16th May 2017, 4:38 pm | #4 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Just received my copy. Fascinating reading - very comprehensive with its 235 well-illustrated pages.
Not only full of technical detail, but also informative about staff, apprentice training etc. We learn what it was like to work there - through the eyes of one who was actually there. Great value! Thanks for the recommendation Christopher. Martin
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16th May 2017, 5:02 pm | #5 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Just ordered mine, I can't wait!!
As to the price, about the same as a 'quality' magazine from WH Smith and not thrown away. |
20th May 2017, 7:28 pm | #6 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
My copy arrived today. A quick glance suggests that it is a real labour of love and contains much of both technical and human interest. I look forward to reading it thoroughly.
It is excellent value for money. I hope that it sells well and contributes significantly to the air ambulance funds. Edward |
20th May 2017, 10:30 pm | #7 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Received my copy today at last. It a great read tells us all about the important work of the Rugby setup
Trev |
21st May 2017, 9:44 am | #8 |
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Location: Rugby, Warwickshire, UK.
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
According to Facebook page has so far raised £2K for Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance..
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21st May 2017, 3:04 pm | #9 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
My copy arrived yesterday too. Just the size, number of pages and printing quality is a bargain at £5.99, without even thinking about the content (which I haven't started reading yet).
Local news story about the book http://www.rugbyadvertiser.co.uk/new...ance-1-7964015 |
22nd May 2017, 8:19 am | #10 |
Hexode
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Apart from all the techy details, the info about the weights of masts, details of stays etc
is mind blowing......200 tons per mast !!
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
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22nd May 2017, 10:51 am | #12 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Mine has just turned up at work, very good value for money indeed. Well that's this evening sorted!
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22nd May 2017, 3:08 pm | #13 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Brilliant,
Thanks for all the info everyone, looks fascinating. Just ordered mine. Dave. |
22nd May 2017, 4:04 pm | #14 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Currently popping (have popped) back to the kitchen for a beer and then returning to the garden in the sunshine to read some more. It is really a very good book, for both quality and contents, I would have gladly paid over a tenner for it.
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23rd May 2017, 5:38 pm | #15 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Just bought mine, it seems like a real bargain.
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23rd May 2017, 5:51 pm | #16 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Thanks for the heads up. We donate to the Air Ambulance already, so this book is a great idea. Ordered and looking forward to a good read.
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24th May 2017, 6:39 pm | #17 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
Well after reading all these glowing reviews buying this was a no brainer, so I just ordered a copy! Some monthly mags are a fiver now, so this is incredible value for money! Thanks High Vac!
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26th May 2017, 10:56 pm | #18 |
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Re: New book out about the history of Rugby radio station
I was brought up in the general area. I remember there was a book about the station in the house when I was a teenager which I found very interesting.
I bet it's still in Mum's house.
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