Hits Radio West of England
The Biggest Hits, The Biggest Throwbacks
Listen to Hits Radio West of England live online for hit music, throwbacks, local updates and entertainment across Bristol, Bath, Somerset, Wiltshire and the wider West of England.
About Hits Radio West of England
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Frequencies & locations:
- FM – 97.2 FM in Bristol.
- FM – 101.0 FM across the wider West of England region.
- DAB – Available on DAB Digital Radio in the West of England area.
- Online – Listen live online on Radio Player UK.
Hits Radio West of England is Bauer’s Hits Radio service for Bristol and the wider West of England, playing current hits, familiar throwbacks and presenter-led entertainment throughout the day. The station sits within the wider Hits Radio network while keeping a regional identity for listeners across Bristol, Bath, Somerset, Wiltshire and nearby parts of the South West.
The service is listed on 97.2 FM in Bristol, 101.0 FM across the wider region, DAB Digital Radio and online. Its local identity is tied to the former West of England commercial radio brands that came before it, including Sam FM, 106.5 Jack FM, Original 106.5 and Kiss Bristol, now folded into Bauer’s national Hits Radio structure.
For listeners around Bristol, Bath, Somerset and Wiltshire, Hits Radio West of England works best as an upbeat everyday station for commuting, work, school runs and background listening. The playlist is broad and accessible, mixing current chart songs with 90s, 00s and 10s throwbacks, competitions, entertainment stories and regular presenter-led features.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Fleur East, Will Best & James Barr: Host Hits Radio Breakfast every weekday morning, with big hits, throwbacks, celebrity guests, competitions and entertainment.
- Tom Green: Presents weekday daytime programming on Hits Radio, with current hits, throwbacks and music-led features through the workday.
- Marvin Humes: Hosts weekday afternoons on Hits Radio, bringing hit music, throwbacks and entertainment into the early afternoon.
- Gemma Atkinson & Mike Toolan: Present the weekday drivetime show, mixing current hits and throwbacks with conversation, humour and listener interaction.
- Sarah-Jane Crawford: Presents weekend and evening programming on Hits Radio, with music and entertainment for later listening.
- Sam Thompson: Presents The Hits UK Chart, counting down the UK's biggest songs with chart-focused weekend programming.
- Kimberly Wyatt: Hosts Sunday evening programming on Hits Radio, with a throwback-led show built around familiar feel-good tracks.
Contact Information
Official website:
https://www.hellorayo.co.uk/hits-radio/bristol
Studio:
0117 966 1106
Postal address:
Hits Radio West of England
County Gates
Ashton Road
Bristol
BS3 2JH
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hitsradiouk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hitsradiouk
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/thehitsofficial
Hits Radio West of England FAQ
Can I listen to Hits Radio West of England online?
Yes. You can listen to Hits Radio West of England live online on Radio Player UK using the player on this page.
What frequency is Hits Radio West of England on?
Hits Radio West of England is listed on 97.2 FM in Bristol, 101.0 FM across the wider region, and DAB Digital Radio.
What was Hits Radio West of England called before?
The West of England service has links to previous names including Sam FM, 106.5 Jack FM, Original 106.5 and Kiss Bristol.
Who owns Hits Radio West of England?
Hits Radio West of England is owned and operated by Bauer Media Audio UK as part of the Hits Radio network.
What area does Hits Radio West of England serve?
Hits Radio West of England serves Bristol and the wider West of England area, including nearby areas such as Bath, Somerset and Wiltshire.