Secret signals: The story of Woofferton

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Take an access-all-areas tour of the 320-acre site. The site has been broadcasting around the world since 1943, dominating the landscape of its corner of Herefordshire and Shropshire. Hidden behind its towering masts and satellite dishes is a site that played a key role during the Second World War, the Cold War and the growth of global broadcasting. The station transmits and receives services including the BBC World Service, sending programmes to audiences across Africa, the Middle East, Asia and beyond. Its network of masts, some more than 80-years-old, supports antennas capable of directing signals thousands of miles around the globe. Despite advances in technology, Wofferton still operates a remarkable mix of equipment, including what is believed to be the last working Marconi BD272 shortwave transmitter in the world. From Cold War propaganda battles and global communications to modern digital broadcasting, the site remains a largely unseen but vital link between Herefordshire and the wider world. Presenter: Emma Davies Producer: Phillip Stoneman