BBC Radio Foyle

About BBC Radio Foyle

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Frequencies & locations:

• FM – Available in the Derry/Londonderry area on 93.1 FM.
• DAB – Available on DAB digital radio in Northern Ireland.
• BBC Sounds – Available through BBC Sounds as BBC Radio Foyle.
• Online – Listen live online through Radio Player UK.

BBC Radio Foyle is the BBC’s local radio service for Derry/Londonderry and the north west of Northern Ireland. The station focuses on local news, sport, weather, travel, community stories, interviews, music and conversation from a north-west perspective, giving Derry and the surrounding area a stronger local voice within BBC Northern Ireland radio.

The station’s value is its local focus. BBC Radio Foyle covers the stories that matter around Derry, County Londonderry, the wider north west and nearby cross-border communities, with a mix of local journalism, interviews, listener contributions, sport updates and everyday conversation. That makes it different from broader BBC Radio Ulster output, because Radio Foyle is rooted more directly in the life of the city and its surrounding area.

BBC Radio Foyle has long been part of the media landscape in Derry/Londonderry, broadcasting from the city and serving listeners who want local news and companionship rather than a purely national schedule. Its output sits alongside wider BBC Northern Ireland programming, but the station’s identity comes from its connection with the north west, local voices, local issues and the rhythm of daily life around the River Foyle.

Notable shows & presenters are:

• Mark Patterson: BBC Radio Foyle presenter associated with local news, interviews, community stories, music and north-west conversation from a Derry perspective.
• Sean Coyle: One of BBC Radio Foyle’s best-known voices, strongly associated with music, requests, dedications, humour and a long-running connection with listeners in Derry.
• The Mark Patterson Show: A Radio Foyle programme built around north-west news, views, local issues, interviews and culture.
• The Sean Coyle Show: A listener-led Radio Foyle show known for music, chat, requests, dedications and a relaxed local feel.
• Radio Foyle News: Local news bulletins and updates covering Derry/Londonderry, the north west, Northern Ireland stories and wider BBC news when relevant.
• BBC Radio Ulster/Foyle shared programmes: Radio Foyle also carries selected wider BBC Northern Ireland programming, giving listeners a mix of local Foyle output and broader regional coverage.

Contact Information

Official website:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/radiofoyle

Studio email:
radio.foyle@bbc.co.uk

Studio / Office:
028 7137 8600

Postal address:
BBC Radio Foyle
8 Northland Road
Derry/Londonderry
BT48 7GD
United Kingdom

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/BBC-Radio-Foyle/108035832550021

X / Twitter: https://x.com/BBCRadioFoyle

BBC Radio Foyle FAQ

What is BBC Radio Foyle?
BBC Radio Foyle is a BBC Northern Ireland radio service for Derry/Londonderry and the north west, covering local news, sport, weather, travel, music, interviews and community conversation.

Can I listen to BBC Radio Foyle live online?
Yes. You can listen to BBC Radio Foyle live online through Radio Player UK using the player on this page.

What area does BBC Radio Foyle cover?
BBC Radio Foyle focuses on Derry/Londonderry and the north west of Northern Ireland, with local stories, interviews, sport, weather and community updates from that area.

What frequency is BBC Radio Foyle on?
BBC Radio Foyle is available in the Derry/Londonderry area on 93.1 FM, and it is also available on DAB digital radio in Northern Ireland and online.

Who are some BBC Radio Foyle presenters?
BBC Radio Foyle presenters and programmes include Mark Patterson, Sean Coyle, The Mark Patterson Show, The Sean Coyle Show and Radio Foyle News, alongside selected wider BBC Northern Ireland programming.