VP8TXF was worked by myself and M0TDW also near Newbury between 1600 and 1800z. I had also worked the VP8s, both calls Nigel and Ian within two minutes of each other the day before. One on 12m and one on 10m. All week I had been listening and heard very weak signals. Only peaking about 1700z. Too weak for me to work or read properly. Luckily they were a bit stronger over the weekend.Interesting there was no pick up on our local RBN. And even the cluster was quiet.  I normally get up at 0400 so today I got up at 0300! (I do suffer from sleeping issues though which helps in contests!)

Similarly Dave ZL/G4BUO I found calling CQ with no mention at the time on the local RBNs. I dont understand why that happens! I have noticed it a few times recently.

Richard