BTS of Drone Show at Tamworth Castle

You may have heard that we have just moved into the West Midlands, and we are the first altnet company to bring substantial volumes of full fibre broadband to Tamworth homes and businesses. 

To mark this occasion, we recently hosted a drone show. This show wasn’t just a celebration of LightSpeed’s success in Tamworth; it also marked a major milestone in the evolution of the UK’s digital history: the 25th anniversary of the launch of Domestic Broadband in the UK in 2000. 

A Glimpse into the Evolution of Broadband 

To give you a snapshot on the history of Broadband -Domestic Broadband launched in the UK, in the Millennium (2000). While Asymmetric Digital Subscriber line (ADSL) and dial up launched in the 90s, it was when Broadband became readily available to homeowners in 2000, that life as we knew it changed quite dramatically. 

A Perfect Backdrop: Tamworth Castle and the Drone Show 

The Drone Show was set against the stunning backdrop of Tamworth Castle, a historical landmark built in 1070. The sight of a cutting-edge drone show, to mark a quarter-century of progress in the digital world, coupled with the timeless presence of the castle grounds, made for a perfect juxtaposition of modern technology and centuries old history. 

We set up in on a beautiful spring day and as the sun set across the castle, the drones took off and it was quite a moment seeing 150 drones taking off into the air and then land in unison. We captured the behind-the-scenes magic of the event, and we hope you’ll enjoy the show just as much as we did.

Brett Shepherd, CEO of LightSpeed, reflected on the significance of the occasion: “It is great that we are the first altnet company and the leading ultrafast broadband provider, to bring substantial volumes of full fibre broadband to homes and businesses in Tamworth. Hosting the drone show was a fitting tribute to mark this occasion and a quarter-century of progress in the digital world, all while paying homage to a landmark that has stood the test of time.” 

 “When Broadband launched to consumers, it was life changing that we could now simultaneously use the internet and make phone calls through a single line. Looking at the last 25 years, it is incredible how far we’ve come. Broadband has transformed every aspect of our lives, forever changing how we live, work, connect, play and relax. This is just the beginning – broadband continues to evolve and shape the future in ways we never thought possible.” 

Broadband’s Impact on Our Lives 

Broadband has revolutionised how we interact in the world. From the days of dial-up, to today’s always-on internet that keep us connected while we work from home, stream our favourite TV shows, game on the go, or manage our smart homes, broadband has reshaped our lives. Multiple devices can now be connected to the internet simultaneously, allowing for seamless streaming, gaming, and even controlling home security and charging electric cars. 

LightSpeed’s Vision for the Future 

Brett added: “We are really excited about the future - with faster full fibre speeds and greater bandwidth requirements on the horizon, we’re opening up endless possibilities for smarter homes, increased productivity, and more immersive digital experiences.” 

Join the Broadband Revolution 

LightSpeed launched in the East of England. The business now covers more than 250,000 homes and businesses across the East of England and the West Midlands, with plans to expand to more than 400,000 by 2027 and this includes up to 36,000 homes and businesses in Tamworth. With lightning-fast speed of up to 2 Gigabits per second, LightSpeed is part of the gigabit revolution ensuring towns that have been left behind for far too long, are being offered the best services around. We are also paving the way for the smart homes of the future with our Home Security and Digital Voice products. 

For further information about LightSpeed’s 25th anniversary of the launch of Domestic Broadband, click here

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