McMichael Radio and Electronics Rally 2026

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Sunday 12th July 2026
09:00 to 15:00

White Waltham Airfield

White Waltham Airfield is home to the West London Aero Club (WLAC) and is one of the oldest and best known airfields in the country. Set in 200 acres on the edge of a picturesque estate in the beautiful Berkshire countryside, it is also reputedly the largest grass airfield in Britain.

The Airfield site provides a large, level and accessible space for the increasing expansion of the rally, offering more space for Visitors, Stall Holders, Traders, Car Booters, Catering and visitor parking. Blue Badge parking is always available.

Situated just three miles from the M4 (J8/9) and six miles from the M40 (J4). Central London is only 35 miles away and easily accessible by train or taxi. Windsor, Ascot, Henley, Reading and Maidenhead are all within easy reach.

The West London Aero Club will be providing on site catering for breakfast and lunch and will also be running a Licensed Bar including local Rebellion Beer.

Our new historic venue offers great views of the airfield activity from the rally location where you can tune in to listen to the airfield radio.

Dogs are welcome at the rally , but please keep them on a lead at all times. 

Visitor Entry Only £4 (Under 16s Free)

Traders £15 per Table (Includes entry for 2 people)
£30 Large Plots (Double)

Please note: Admission is via Cash Only as we do not have card payment facilities.

Thank You for another successful and fun Rally

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A Radio Amateur searching for that one component thats missing from his shack.

Who could have predicted that 13th July 2023 would be one of the hottest days of the year so far. Following rain in previous years this year we were treated to wall to wall sunshine and 30c temperatures.

Having relocated to a new venue in Warfield from our long established venue at the rugby club, there was a lot to set-up and prepare for rally day. The new site occupies almost the same area as our previous location, but required lots of marking out for Seller and Club Pitches and visitor parking.

We are really pleased to report that visitor attendance increased this year slightly and our dedicated and regular sellers remaining the same as last year.

On behalf of the McMichael Radio and Electronic Rally Organising Committee, we would like to thank everyone for their continued and valued support of the rally, especially following our move.

Something we will bear this in mind for future rallies is the condition of the ground surface in some areas of the field though.

Thank you to everyone that attended, especially given the rather warm conditions this year.

GB6MMR SES – Live from the McMichael Radio Rally

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Bracknell ARC operating POTA for VE80 Day

Following our move to the new venue for the 2025 Rally, we will be operating a Special Event Station at the Rally using the McMichael Rally Callsign GB6MMR.

Conditions allowing, we hope to be on the 40m Band and will be operating an ICOM IC-7300 through an 88′ Doublet Antenna.

You can find GB6MMR operating from the Bracknell Amateur Radio Club (BARC) stand, from 9am so be sure to come by and say hello! We’re excited to make lots of contacts on 40m, so if you hear us, please give us a call!

We can’t wait to see you there and make some great QSOs!

McMichael Radio Rally -‘Talk-In’

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This year’s McMichael Radio and Electronics Rally will be on air throughout the morning of the event on 145.550 MHz FM. The rally Talk-In has been allocated the Special Event Callsign GB6MMR and will be manned by members of BARC, RADARC and BBRC.

If you are visiting the rally then please give us a call, either while en route to the event or while at the rally. We’d also like to hear calls from anyone in the area and to add you to the log.

The Rally will be open from 09:00 to 15:00 (opens 08:00 for traders)

Entry is just £4 per person or £15 per Trader Table (Includes entry for two).

McMichael Radio Rally – Latest News

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McMichael Radio Rally 2025

Sunday 13th July 2025

New Event Location Confirmed!

The McMichael Radio and Electronics Rally has an exciting new location

Oak Trees Event Field
Cocks Lane,
Warfield, Bracknell,
Berkshire, RG42 6JE

Lat: 51.44617852371281, Lng: -0.715830106122042
OS Grid Ref: SU 89335 72669
What 3 Words: ///buzz.length.case
Locator: IO91pk

The new site provides a large space for the Rally to further expand, offering more space for Visitors, Stall Holders, Traders, Car Booter’s and Catering, with easy access from all locations via the A330.

Open: 09:00 to 15:00 (08:00 for Trader Set-Up)

Entrance fees for 2025 are £4 (16s and over) per person and £15 per table for traders (includes admission for 2).
Please note: Admission is via Cash Only as we do not have card payment facilities.

No dogs other than assistance dogs are allowed at the event.

An established annual event

The McMichael Radio & Electronics Rally and Car Boot Sale is an established, popular and growing annual event for Radio Amateurs and Electronics enthusiasts in the South. Whether looking for that special component, a new project, a retail bargain or to meet fellow enthusiasts, the McMichael Rally is the event to attend.

Being held in mid-summer the weather is usually warm and dry, with great facilities, food and refreshments and ample FREE parking.

Organisers

The McMichael Rally Committee is delighted to report that once again the Reading and District Amateur Radio Club (RADARC) ,Burnham Beeches Radio Club (BBRC) and the Bracknell Amateur Radio Club (BARC) are working together to run the rally.

Contacts / Social Media

General enquiries, email: rally (at) radarc.org

Trade enquiries, email: traders (at) radarc.org

McMichaelRadioRally

@mcmichael_radio_rally

@McMichaelRally

First Response


Berkshire Lowland Search and Rescue are providing a first response service.

For information, photos and the history of McMichael Radios, visit: https://www.mcmichael.org.uk/index.htm

Visit the TVRG Stand to purchase an amazing Key KM3000 or KM4000 Mobile Radio.

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A stack of Key KM4000 Radios ready for sale at the 2025 McMichael Radio Rally.

Thames Valley Repeater Group (TVRG) have managed to aquire a new batch of Key KM3000 & KM4000 Mobile Radios for sale at this year’s McMichael Radio Rally.

The Radio’s are being pre-programmed as we speak and will be ready to use, just connect to power and an antenna. These are currently only available at the McMichael Radio Rally, so rememebr to visit the TVRG Stand during your visit. TVRG are located together with the other Radio Club Stands.

Further details about the pre-programmed channels can be found on the TVRG Website HERE: https://tvrg.org.uk/new-updated-frequencies-for-km3000-4000-radios

A big ‘Thank You’ to Tony and the Team at Martin Lynch & Sons for their continued support

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Tony at Martin Lynch & Sons generous dontaion of raffle prizes for the 2025 McMichael Radio Rally

Martin Lynch & Sons have been a continuous supporter of the McMichael Radio and Electronics Rally and this year has again kindly donated the Raffle Prizes for the Rally Raffle.

As can be seen from the Photo above, Tony has generously donated a Yaesu FT-3165 VHF Transciever for first prize and lots of additional prizes for the runners-up, so remember to buy a ticket (or two) while at the rally.

It was great to meet Tony and the Team at their store in Staines this morning and of course browse the huge display of Radios, accessories and every item you could possibly need. You can view their website here: https://www.hamradio.co.uk/

Thanks again to ML&S for their generosity and support.

Thank You

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The McMichael Radio Rally and Electronics Fair Organising Committee would like to say a BIG ‘Thank You‘ to all of our Visitors, Traders, Clubs, Displays, Volunteers and Helpers for making the McMichael Rally a great Success again this year. Following the worries about the recent rain on the field it was fantastic to see so many enthusiasts and traders supporting us.

Thanks also to the Reading Rugby Club for opening the Bar and running a great last minute BBQ for us, it was very popular.

We’ll soon be planning next year’s rally.

Thank you.

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