Amateur Radio is all about communicating with Radio. Amateurs are mostly non professionals who hold a Radio Amateur's Licence. Transmissions are allowed on certain frequencies and using certain types of transmission such as voice, digital signals and Morse code.
Some amateurs use home made equipment others equipment made commercially.
Radio contact can be made with people all over the world. You do not have to learn Morse code to obtain a licence although currently you can transmit on more frequencies if you do. For more information on becoming a Radio Amateur click here Plymouth Amateur Radio Society Plymouth Amateur Radio Society has roots going back over 70 years. It is a place for anyone with an interest in radio to meet. You do not have to be a licensed Radio Amateur to be a member and the Society welcomes those who want to find out more about Amateur Radio.