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BBC Radio 2

BBC Radio 2

The World’s Biggest Stars on the UK's Most Listened To Radio Station

Listen to BBC Radio 2 live - broadcasting Adult Contemporary music with classic hits, news & specialist shows.

About BBC Radio 2

Frequencies:

  • 88.1 FM - 90.2 FM

Local Time:

BBC Radio 2 broadcasts across the UK on FM, DAB Digital Radio & TV services (Freeview, Freely, Freesat, Sky, Virgin Media).

BBC Radio 2 plays music from iconic artists & popular music from today's charts. During the evening, BBC Radio 2 specialises in music from different eras and genres, such as electic & folk.

The radio presenters are mostly seasoned professionals - a number of them have moved from BBC Radio 1, who started their careers back in the 1990s - 2000s. You may notice that some of the features, DJs and even the music, reflect the audience age range as they move from the pure Chart/new music that BBC Radio 1 plays.

Notable shows & presenters are:

  • Scott Mills: hosting the weekday breakfast show between 6.30am - 9.30am (schedules may vary).
  • Vernon Kay: weekday mornings after the breakfast show, with features & special guests.
  • Sara Cox: between 4pm - 7pm on week days. Sara presents the drive time show with traffic & travel included (schedules may vary).
  • Jo Wiley: early evenings on BBC Radio 2, with special guests & bands from around the UK.
  • Mark Goodier: Presenting Pick of The Pops, a long-running programme on BBC Radio 2.

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BBC Radio 2 FAQ

What frequency is BBC Radio 2 on?
BBC Radio 2 is available on 88.1 FM - 90.2 FM, and across the UK on DAB Digital Radio across the UK (subject to availability).

What music does BBC Radio 2 play?
BBC Radio 2 primarily plays Adult Contemporary & Classic Hits, but during off-peak times it plays niche gernes, such as folk, eclectic & soul.

What was BBC Radio 2 known as?
When it launched in 1945, BBC Radio 2 used to be known as The Light Programme.

Is BBC Radio 2 available on DAB?
Yes — BBC Radio 2 is available on DAB Digital Radio across the UK (where supported).

Why won’t BBC Radio 2 play?
This can happen due to browser autoplay rules, strict ad/tracker blockers, or regional streaming restrictions. Try refreshing the page, clicking play again, or using the official station player/app.