Bedford Radio is the local radio station for Bedford. You can hear us on DAB across Bedford and Kempston, and online.

We began broadcasting programmes online in 2020, secured a short-term FM licence to cover the River Festival and Fringe Festival for 11 days in July 2022, and arrived on DAB in early 2024.

As a station we come from the local community, and support the local community: we are run entirely by volunteers, and anyone in Bedford can get on-air. Read our manifesto to find out what makes us unique.

What do we sound like?
During daytime we aim for a mix of shows that contain entertainment, speech, discussion, and current affairs. Presenters will discuss issues of the day with guests, listeners, and the community at large.

Our music policy aims to have a broad appeal, for those in their 30s to late 50's, modelled on popular commercial and public stations.

At evenings and weekends we look to cater to different interests, including community-focused shows and content, special interest programmes and specialist music shows.

How we work
We are a volunteer-based organisation, and we look to people to give their time freely to present and produce content, in a vibrant and friendly atmosphere of mutual support and common goals. Please see further information on signing up as a volunteer, and getting involved with our programmes.

We are run by a Leadership Team of a Station Manager plus one or more Assistant Station Managers, supported by a wider Operations Group of volunteers who are responsible for specific aspects of the station's operations. The full Operations Group is currently:

• Martin Steers (Station Manager)
• Chris Leonard (Assistant Station Manager)
• Danny Barton (Local Music Coordinator)
• Lee Thompson (Training Coordinator)

We would welcome applications for our further leadership and operations roles.

We are funded by advertising, some grant funding and donations from volunteers and listeners.

To advertise with us, see our Partners page.

Bedford Radio CIC has the following directors:

• John Kell
• Christopher Smith
• Martin Steers

Feedback and complaints

We're always happy to hear feedback from our listeners. To provide feedback, or if you wish to complain about something you have heard on Bedford Radio, please email [email protected]. If you are unhappy with our response to a complaint, you can raise the issue further with Ofcom.

Policies
Data Protection
Equality and Diversity
Safeguarding
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