Long Wave radio era ends as Droitwich transmitting station prepares for switch-off
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Lindsey Alder
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The article covers the impending end of the Long Wave radio era, marked by the planned switch-off of the Droitwich Transmitting Station in Worcestershire. It highlights campaigners' efforts to preserve the site's history and secure listed status for the iconic Wychbold masts, which have been a landmark for decades. The piece includes archival photos and local heritage perspectives on the station's significance.
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Hacker NewsLong Wave radio era ends as Droitwich transmitting station prepares for switch-offbbc.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledLocal history expert Alastair Moseley said he backed a campaign to get the Wychbold masts listed status
Thousands of people came to an open day at the Droitwich Transmitting Station in 1957
The Wychbold Masts can be seen for miles across the Worcestershire countryside
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