Greatest Hits Radio North East
The Good Times Sound Like This
About Greatest Hits Radio North East
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Frequencies & locations:
- DAB – Available on DAB Digital Radio in the North East.
- Online – Listen live online through Radio Player UK.
Greatest Hits Radio North East serves Newcastle, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, County Durham and the wider North East with classic songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s. The station is part of Bauer’s Greatest Hits Radio network, combining familiar national presenters with local and regional updates for listeners across the region.
The North East service has a long commercial radio history behind it. Before becoming Greatest Hits Radio North East, the station was linked with names including Metro 2 Radio, Metro Radio 2, Great North Radio and Magic 1152. That gives it a stronger local background than a plain national stream, especially for listeners who remember the old Metro and Magic AM era.
For listeners in Newcastle, Sunderland and across the North East, the station is built around easy, familiar listening: big singalong tracks, recognisable presenters, local news, sport, travel and weather information. It is a solid everyday choice if you want classic hits with a North East identity rather than a modern chart-heavy playlist.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Rossie: Hosts Greatest Hits at Breakfast, bringing music, conversation and morning energy to the network.
- Ken Bruce: Presents the weekday mid-morning show, including PopMaster.
- Simon Mayo: Hosts The Simon Mayo Drivetime Show, one of the network’s flagship weekday programmes.
- Kate Thornton: Presents weekday afternoons with music, interviews and stories from the Greatest Hits Radio playlist.
- Jackie Brambles: Hosts The Evening Show from Monday to Thursday, featuring classic songs and artist conversations.
- Jenny Powell: Presents weekend shows and The Mix Tape, playing songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
- Andy Crane: Presents late-night shows with music, features and listener company.
- Richard Allinson: Presents weekend shows with classic hits, listener dedications and familiar radio warmth.
Contact Information
Official website:
https://www.hellorayo.co.uk/greatest-hits/
Studio email:
the-boss@greatesthitsradio.co.uk
Main switchboard:
020 7182 8000
Postal address:
Greatest Hits Radio North East
55 Degrees North
Pilgrim Street
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 6BF
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatesthitsuk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatesthitsuk/
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Greatest Hits Radio North East FAQ
Can I listen to Greatest Hits Radio North East online?
Yes. You can listen to Greatest Hits Radio North East live online through Radio Player UK.
What area does Greatest Hits Radio North East cover?
Greatest Hits Radio North East serves Newcastle, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, County Durham and the wider North East.
Was Greatest Hits Radio North East previously Magic 1152?
Yes. The station has used several names over the years, including Metro 2 Radio, Metro Radio 2, Great North Radio and Magic 1152.
What music does Greatest Hits Radio North East play?
Greatest Hits Radio North East mainly plays classic hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
Who presents shows on Greatest Hits Radio North East?
The station carries Greatest Hits Radio presenters including Rossie, Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo, Kate Thornton, Jackie Brambles, Jenny Powell, Andy Crane and Richard Allinson.