New Street Works

The New Street Works in Chelmsford, England, is renowned as the world's first purpose-built radio factory, established in 1912 for the Marconi Company. This historic site played a pivotal role in the development of wireless communication, producing vital maritime SOS equipment and hosting the first experimental radio transmission in 1920 featuring Dame Nellie Melba. The factory, which once employed thousands and housed the Marconi Research Laboratory, is now partially preserved as a Grade II listed site, with plans for redevelopment. Visitors can explore the legacy of radio innovation and the impact of Marconi's work on modern communication.