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BBC Radio Cumbria

BBC Radio Cumbria

The Sound of Cumbria and All The Music You Love

BBC Radio Cumbria is the BBC’s local station for Cumbria, combining local news, regional sport, county conversation and familiar music for listeners across the area.

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  • FM – 95.2 FM, 95.6 FM, 96.1 FM, 104.1 FM, 104.2 FM
  • AM – 756 MW, 837 MW
  • Digital – DAB

BBC Radio Cumbria is aimed at listeners who want local radio rooted in communities across Carlisle, Barrow, Kendal, Workington and the wider county. Its schedule balances speech, news and music in a way that feels practical as well as familiar.

The station covers local stories, interviews, travel, weather and issues that affect daily life in Cumbria. That strong county focus helps it stand apart from broader regional and national stations.

Sport is an important part of the station too, with attention given to local teams and events that matter to Cumbria’s audience. The result is a service that feels properly connected to the area it serves.

BBC Radio Cumbria remains a dependable option for local information, community conversation and easy listening throughout the day.

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BBC Radio Cumbria FAQ

What area does BBC Radio Cumbria cover?
BBC Radio Cumbria serves Carlisle and communities across Cumbria with local BBC radio programming.

Does BBC Radio Cumbria broadcast local sport and news?
Yes. BBC Radio Cumbria includes local news, county discussion, sport and music.

Can I listen to BBC Radio Cumbria online?
Yes. You can listen to BBC Radio Cumbria live online on Radio Player UK.

What frequencies is BBC Radio Cumbria on?
BBC Radio Cumbria is available on 95.2 FM, 95.6 FM, 96.1 FM, 104.1 FM, 104.2 FM, 756 MW, 837 MW and DAB.