The BDXC specialises in coverage of all aspects of broadcast DXing - from searching out distant or difficult-to-hear radio stations to listening to the major international broadcasters - on the shortwave, mediumwave and VHF/FM bands. We also have in-depth coverage of UK domestic radio developments as well as reports on new ways of listening to the radio including digital radio (DRM/DAB), internet and WorldSpace.
An interest in radio is the only qualification. We welcome members of all ages, newcomers to the hobby and professional monitors alike.
The club was founded in 1974 as the Twickenham DX Club. From local roots came rapid expansion to become one of the major radio clubs in the United Kingdom. The more appropriate title of British DX Club was adopted in 1979. We now a large UK-based membership as well as a substantial number of overseas members.
BDXC-UK is a non-profit making club and is run by a board and editorial team, all of whom are unpaid volunteers. Members are welcome to get involved in the running of the club should they so desire.
"Communication" is BDXC's monthly publication, a handy A5 booklet of around 60 pages, sent by post to all members. The club is proud of the quick turnround of "Communication" which is normally printed and despatched during the first week of every month. Regular sections include:
Members with access to an e-mail address can take advantage of our free e-mail news service. Launched in 1997 this exclusive service is proving very popular with members for exchanging hot dx news and listening tips.
Published annually by BDXC-UK, 'Radio Stations in the United Kingdom' is a comprehensive directory of British mediumwave and FM radio radio stations including BBC, commercial, Low Power AM/FM and long term RSL stations. It gives frequencies, postal and e-mail addresses, telephone and fax numbers, transmitter powers and site, etc. Stations are listed both by frequency and name and cross-referenced to show all parallel channels. For full information on the latest edition please click here.
For a small supplementary fee, members in the UK and Europe can also receive a monthly taped audio programme of news, views and recordings from the world of radio. BDXC tape circle in recorded on a C90 audio cassette or CD and distributed by first class post. Full details are sent to new members.
BDXC operates a Sound Archive, which aims to collect and preserve audio recordings of general and historic interest. It concentrates mainly on international broadcasting, but also has recordings from offshore and domestic radio. There are a wide range of recordings in the archive. If you would like a list of the current archive recordings, or would like to contribute any of your own recordings, please email tapecircle@bdxc.org.uk
Want to meet fellow enthusiasts? Regular, regional meetings are held in an informal setting such as a local pub or members' house. Trips to radio stations and DXpeditions have also been arranged. Events are publicised on the web site and in 'Communication'.
If you would like further information about the British DX Club or any of our services, or a sample copy of 'Communication', please send an e-mail to bdxc[at]bdxc.org.uk ** or write (including return postage) to:
British DX Club, 10 Hemdean Hill, Caversham, Reading RG4 7SB, United Kingdom.
To download an application form please click here.
We hope to be welcoming you to BDXC soon!
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