Madley Communications Centre, Satellite tracking station in Kingstone, England
The Madley Communications Centre spans 218 acres and contains more than 65 satellite dishes, with the largest measuring 32 meters in diameter.
The centre initiated operations in 1975 and received official inauguration in September 1978, replacing the former RAF Madley military airfield from 1940.
The facility supports international communication networks through satellite technology, enabling global connectivity for telephone, television, and data transmission services.
The location at Coldstone Common provides geological protection for the heavy receiving dishes while reducing electronic interference from surrounding areas.
The center operates satellites positioned 22,236 miles above the equator, providing coverage across two-thirds of the Earth's surface.
Location: Kingstone
Inception: 2015
GPS coordinates: 52.02440,-2.83600
Latest update: May 11, 2025 07:04
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