*** THE NORTHERN LIGHTS BBS ***

Amateur Radio & Digital Bulletin Board System | Operating from Blackpool, UK (IO83LT)

Connection Details

Connect directly using a Telnet terminal client:

Telnet Hostname: bpq.g0wda.co.uk
Port: 23
Emulation: ANSI / CP437 (Recommended)
Operating Hours: 24/7 / 365 Days
Sysop: G0WDA

Recommended Client: SyncTERM

For the best experience with accurate ANSI color rendering, fonts, and CP437 graphics, we recommend using SyncTERM terminal software.

System Features

  • Message Bases: Ham Radio discussions, QO-100 Satellite ops, and digital communications.
  • File Libraries: Retro computing software, radio utilities, documentation, and tools.
  • Terminal Modes: Full ANSI art display support, screen drawing, and custom themes.
  • Community: Local and international radio operators and sysops.

Connecting for New Users

Open SyncTERM (or your preferred terminal client), add a new entry pointing to bpq.g0wda.co.uk on Port 23 with ANSI-BBS mode, and connect. New users will be prompted to register an account upon logging in.