Greatest Hits Radio
The Good Times Sound Like This
Greatest Hits Radio is one of the UK's biggest classic hits stations, playing the biggest songs of the 70s, 80s and 90s with a presenter line-up built around some of the best-known voices in British radio.
About Greatest Hits Radio
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Frequencies & locations:
- DAB Digital Radio – Greatest Hits Radio is available on DAB Digital Radio in many parts of the UK, usually listed as Grt Hits, Greatest Hits UK or a local Greatest Hits Radio service name.
- FM – Greatest Hits Radio local services use FM frequencies in many UK areas, including 105.8 FM in London, 105.9 FM in Liverpool, 105.2 FM in the West Midlands, 96.5 FM in Lancashire and 107.4 FM in Greater Manchester.
- AM/MW – Some Greatest Hits Radio local services have used AM/MW frequencies in areas such as South Yorkshire, including 990 AM, 1305 AM and 1530 AM where listed for local coverage.
- Online – Listen to Greatest Hits Radio online through Radio Player UK.
Greatest Hits Radio is a UK classic hits network from Bauer Media Audio UK, built around the biggest songs of the 70s, 80s and 90s. The station focuses on familiar, high-recognition music from artists and bands that shaped pop, rock, soul and feel-good radio across several decades, giving it a strong identity for listeners who want songs they already know rather than a constantly changing chart playlist.
The national Greatest Hits Radio service is supported by a large network of local and regional versions across England, Scotland and Wales. That gives the brand two useful strengths: a big national sound with major presenters, and local versions that can carry area-specific news, travel, weather and information. For search intent, that matters because people may look for Greatest Hits Radio as a national station, a local FM service, a DAB station, or by presenter names such as Ken Bruce and Simon Mayo.
Greatest Hits Radio has become especially important in UK commercial radio because of its presenter-led schedule. Ken Bruce's mid-morning show, including PopMaster, is a major draw for daytime listening, while Simon Mayo's Drivetime show brings one of British radio's most recognisable voices to the journey home. Jackie Brambles, Kate Thornton, Richard Allinson, Jenny Powell and other presenters add more familiar names to a station built around trusted voices and classic songs.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Ken Bruce: Ken Bruce presents the mid-morning show on Greatest Hits Radio, with PopMaster, Golden Years, guests and classic songs from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
- Simon Mayo: Simon Mayo presents The Simon Mayo Drivetime Show, bringing music, conversation and long-running features including Confessions to the late afternoon schedule.
- Jackie Brambles: Jackie Brambles is one of Greatest Hits Radio's key evening voices, presenting music-led shows and features including Great Conversations with Jackie Brambles.
- Kate Thornton: Kate Thornton presents daytime programming on Greatest Hits Radio, playing the biggest songs of the 70s, 80s and 90s for the early afternoon audience.
- Richard Allinson: Richard Allinson is part of the Greatest Hits Radio presenter line-up, bringing decades of radio experience and a strong connection with classic hits listeners.
- Jenny Powell: Jenny Powell appears on Greatest Hits Radio's wider schedule, adding another familiar broadcaster to the station's personality-led output.
- Andy Crane: Andy Crane is part of the Greatest Hits Radio presenter team, contributing to the station's mix of well-known voices and classic music.
- Alex Lester: Alex Lester brings a distinctive late-night and overnight radio style to Greatest Hits Radio, with a long broadcasting background and a loyal following.
Greatest Hits Radio local stations
Contact Information
Bauer Media Peterborough:
01733 468000
Postal address:
Bauer Media
The Lantern
75 Hampstead Road
London
NW1 2PL
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Greatest Hits Radio FAQ
What is Greatest Hits Radio?
Greatest Hits Radio is a UK classic hits radio station from Bauer Media Audio UK, playing the biggest songs of the 70s, 80s and 90s with well-known presenters including Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo, Jackie Brambles and Kate Thornton.
Can I listen to Greatest Hits Radio online?
Yes. You can listen to Greatest Hits Radio online through Radio Player UK using the live player on this page.
What music does Greatest Hits Radio play?
Greatest Hits Radio mainly plays classic hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s, covering familiar pop, rock, soul, disco and feel-good songs from major artists and bands.
What frequency is Greatest Hits Radio on?
Greatest Hits Radio is available on DAB Digital Radio in many UK areas and on FM through local versions, with frequencies varying by location. Examples include 105.8 FM in London, 105.9 FM in Liverpool, 105.2 FM in the West Midlands and 107.4 FM in Greater Manchester.
Who presents shows on Greatest Hits Radio?
Greatest Hits Radio presenters include Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo, Jackie Brambles, Kate Thornton, Richard Allinson, Jenny Powell, Andy Crane and Alex Lester.