Greatest Hits Radio Essex
The Good Times Sound Like This
Greatest Hits Radio Essex brings classic hits, familiar presenters and local updates to Colchester, Tendering and the wider Essex area.
About Greatest Hits Radio Essex
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Frequencies & locations:
- Tendering and Colchester – 100.2 FM
- Essex – DAB digital radio
- Digital – DAB digital radio, online and smart speakers
Greatest Hits Radio Essex is the local Greatest Hits Radio service for Essex, with FM coverage for Tendering and Colchester and wider availability on DAB digital radio and online. The station combines Bauer’s classic hits format with local and regional information for listeners across the county.
The music is built around well-known songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s, with artists such as Queen, ABBA, Blondie, David Bowie, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Prince forming the backbone of the playlist. It is a strong everyday listen for people who want familiar songs, proper radio presenters and regular updates without the output feeling like a bland jukebox.
For Colchester, Tendering and Essex listeners, the local version matters because it keeps the Greatest Hits Radio format tied to the county. Local and regional news, weather and travel updates give the station a useful daily role, while the wider network brings in major UK radio names including Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo, Rossie and Jackie Brambles.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Ken Bruce: Ken Bruce hosts the mid-morning show on Greatest Hits Radio, including PopMaster and The Top 10 til Ken.
- Simon Mayo: Simon Mayo presents The Simon Mayo Drivetime Show, with Confessions, Dramas, Big 45s and classic hits for the journey home.
- Rossie: Rossie presents Greatest Hits at Breakfast, with music, chat, the Morning Mystery Oldie and The Top 10 til Ken.
- Kate Thornton: Kate Thornton presents daytime and weekend shows on Greatest Hits Radio, including music from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
- Jackie Brambles: Jackie Brambles presents great conversations every weeknight on Greatest Hits Radio.
- Jenny Powell: Jenny Powell hosts The Mix Tape on Friday and Saturday evenings, playing feel-good songs from the classic hits era.
- Andy Crane: Andy Crane presents Greatest Hits Radio shows with a mix of classic music and humour.
- Richard Allinson: Richard Allinson presents music-led shows on Greatest Hits Radio, bringing a polished, familiar radio style to the schedule.
- Paul Gambaccini: Paul Gambaccini appears on Greatest Hits Radio as The Professor of Pop, bringing deep music knowledge and classic chart history.
Contact Information
Official website:
https://www.hellorayo.co.uk/greatest-hits/essex/
Studio email:
the-boss@greatesthitsradio.co.uk
Studio:
0800 999 1034
Postal address:
Greatest Hits Radio Essex
Stanton House
Yarmouth Road
Norwich
NR7 0EE
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatesthitsuk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatesthitsuk/
X / Twitter: https://x.com/GHREssex
Greatest Hits Radio Essex FAQ
What is Greatest Hits Radio Essex?
Greatest Hits Radio Essex is the local Greatest Hits Radio service for Essex, with FM coverage for Tendering and Colchester and wider availability on DAB digital radio and online. It plays classic hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s alongside local and regional news, weather and travel updates.
Can I listen to Greatest Hits Radio Essex online?
Yes. You can listen live to Greatest Hits Radio Essex online through Radio Player UK using the live player on this page.
What frequency is Greatest Hits Radio Essex on?
Greatest Hits Radio Essex is available on 100.2 FM for Tendering and Colchester. It is also available Essex-wide on DAB digital radio and online.
What music does Greatest Hits Radio Essex play?
The station plays familiar classic hits, mainly from the 70s, 80s and 90s, with songs from major artists such as Queen, ABBA, David Bowie, Blondie, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Prince and other well-known names from the Greatest Hits Radio playlist.
Who presents shows on Greatest Hits Radio?
Greatest Hits Radio features presenters including Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo, Rossie, Kate Thornton, Jackie Brambles, Jenny Powell, Andy Crane, Richard Allinson and Paul Gambaccini, with shows such as PopMaster, Greatest Hits at Breakfast, The Simon Mayo Drivetime Show and The Mix Tape.