The Ironman event takes place this Sunday 14 September in Dorchester
and Weymouth. As some roads and car parks will close there will be
delays, please check
your route before travelling. Weymouth Recycling Centre will not
be open and access to Dorchester Recycling Centre will be disrupted.
Watch our video to see how we've brought cutting-edge WiFi technology to one of the UK's most rural and historic railway networks.
Thanks to funding from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), Swanage Railway now boasts 21st-century technology as part of the Rural Connectivity Accelerator programme.
Partnering with Excelerate Technology UK, we've deployed specialised mobile and satellite-powered public Wi-Fi at key locations:
Purbeck Park car park
Norden train station
On board the train
This project has transformed visitor experiences and demonstrated how advanced technologies can improve services in remote areas. Reliable connectivity is now a reality, even in challenging landscapes, thanks to the projects innovative connectivity solutions.
Swanage Railway, contributing over £15 million to the Dorset economy annually, now offers enhanced services and cashless systems, solidifying its status as a vital tourist attraction.
By blending history with innovation, we're creating a more connected experience for visitors, supporting local businesses and improving public services.