GWS Radio
Community radio for Glastonbury, Wells and Street
GWS Radio, formerly known as Glastonbury FM, is a community radio station serving Glastonbury, Wells, Street and nearby Somerset villages with locally made programming, music, discussion and community-led content.
About GWS Radio
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Frequencies & locations:
- FM – 107.1 FM in the Glastonbury, Wells and Street area
- Online – Listen live on Radio Player UK and via the official GWS Radio website
- Smart Speakers – Also available on Alexa by asking to play GWS Radio
GWS Radio is one of those stations that still understands what community radio is supposed to be. It is built around Glastonbury, Wells, Street and the surrounding villages, and that local grounding is not just branding fluff. The station’s output is created by people from the area, shaped by local interests, and designed to give airtime to voices, stories and music that bigger stations usually ignore. That gives it more purpose than the average automated local stream.
The station’s roots go back to Glastonbury FM, which launched as a full-time community radio service in 2009 before later rebranding as GWS Radio. That history matters because the station has kept the same basic mission: radio made by local people for local people. The current setup still leans hard into community value, with local shows for Glastonbury, Wells and Street, specialist music programmes, interviews, volunteering, training and development work that goes beyond just filling airtime.
As a listen, GWS Radio has real variety. You get local community strands, personality-led specialist shows, local music support and a stronger sense of place than most commercial rivals can offer. For people in Glastonbury and the wider Somerset patch, that makes it useful as well as entertaining. It is not trying to be slick national wallpaper radio. It is trying to reflect the communities it serves, and that is exactly why it deserves its space.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Alan Philpott - The Community Show / Friday Live: Hosts The Community Show and Friday Live, mixing local conversation, guests, features and music with a clear focus on what is happening around Glastonbury, Wells and Street.
- Joe & Sylv - BA6 and Beyond: Front BA6 and Beyond, a lively community show blending chat, humour, local flavour and a broad music mix on Wednesday and Saturday.
- Jem - World Beat: Presents World Beat, a specialist show exploring global sounds, album features and artist interviews.
- Ryan Chapman, Joanne and guests - Local Music Mix: Lead Local Music Mix, a show built around local artists and bands, giving Somerset and surrounding-area musicians a platform on air.
- Bob Darch - Sunday Lunch: Hosts Sunday Lunch, a weekend show that brings an easy-going mix of music and personality-led broadcasting.
- David Lewis - Jersey Thursday: Presents Jersey Thursday, a long-running specialist music slot with a distinct identity in the weekly schedule.
- Mike Steven - Pop Culture: Hosts Pop Culture, a Saturday show combining music and entertainment-focused conversation.
Contact Information
Call or Text:
07483 331851
Postal address:
Email: admin@gws-radio.org.uk
Website: https://gws-radio.org.uk/
Facebook: GWS Radio for Glastonbury, Wells & Street
Instagram: @gwsradio1071
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GWSRadio/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwsradio1071/
GWS Radio FAQ
What is GWS Radio?
GWS Radio is a community radio station serving Glastonbury, Wells, Street and surrounding Somerset villages with locally produced shows, music and community-focused programming.
Is GWS Radio the same station as Glastonbury FM?
Yes. GWS Radio is the current branding of the station previously known as Glastonbury FM, often shortened to GFM.
How can I listen to GWS Radio live?
You can listen live on Radio Player UK, on 107.1 FM in the local area, online through the official GWS Radio website, and on Alexa-enabled smart speakers.
What kind of shows are on GWS Radio?
The schedule includes community shows for Glastonbury, Wells and Street, specialist music programmes such as World Beat and Local Music Mix, plus presenter-led weekend and evening shows.
Does GWS Radio support the local community?
Yes. Community support is central to the station. GWS Radio promotes local voices, offers training and volunteering opportunities, and produces programming rooted in the communities it serves.