CRHnews - Marconi Marine sparks Alan back on watch in radio room

Former Marconi Marine 'sparks' Radio Officer Alan demonstrates the equipment he once operated on the high seas ''back on watch' in a replica ship's radio room at Sandford Mill industrial museum, Chelmsford, during International Marconi Day, April 23, 2016.

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As part of Chelmsford Museums, Sandford Mill offers a whole host of activities when open for special events, however, it is only open to the public on event days unless by prior arrangement.

Throughout the year the Mill holds a selection of events ranging from a celebration of Marconi to historical re-enactments and Science Experiments for all the family.

From April to October the Mill offers a unique range of hands-on, interactive education sessions utilising special equipment and expert teachers.

In these sessions students can learn through practical activities in order to answer big questions and discover new ways of thinking.

Sandford Mill Big Weekend -Saturday, 6 August 2016 - 10:00am to Sunday, 7 August 2016 - 4:00pm .

Science Discovery Day - Sunday, 23 October 2016 - 10:00am to 4:00pm

Chelmsford was once home to several major industries including:

•Marconi, who were the forerunners in developing both radio and television
•Crompton, a major electrical engineering company
•Hoffman, a manufacturer of bearings for a variety of products across the world

Much of Chelmsford Museums industrial collection is stored and displayed at Sandford Mill and is available to view during events.

This includes the historic 1922 Writtle Hut from which Marconi made the first regular entertainment broadcasts.

Much of the work at the Mill is done by a dedicated band of volunteers whilst other external organisations lend much valuable support. If you wish to help us then please get in touch.

http://www.chelmsford.gov.uk/sandford...