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UCB 1

UCB 1

Building Faith for Everyday Life

UCB 1 is a UK Christian radio station from United Christian Broadcasters, playing contemporary Christian music alongside honest conversation, Bible-based encouragement and faith-focused discussion. Listen live on Radio Player UK and hear a station built around music, hope and everyday faith.

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About UCB 1

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Frequencies & locations:

  • DAB+ – Digital One national DAB+ multiplex — 11D (222.064 MHz), listed as UCB 1 on compatible digital radios
  • Online – Listen live on Radio Player UK

UCB 1 is the contemporary Christian radio service from United Christian Broadcasters, aimed at listeners who want music, conversation and encouragement with a clear faith perspective. The station mixes current Christian hits with presenter-led shows that talk about everyday life, belief, relationships, culture and the issues people are actually dealing with.

The station is available nationally on DAB+ where coverage allows, and it is also easy to hear online through Radio Player UK. UCB itself is based in Stoke-on-Trent, but UCB 1 is not a small local outlet pretending to be bigger than it is; it serves listeners across the UK with a consistent Christian radio format, a proper presenter line-up and a schedule built around music, discussion and spiritual encouragement.

For listeners, UCB 1 sits in a useful space between music radio and Christian teaching. Breakfast and daytime shows keep the station accessible and friendly, while programmes such as Talking Point, The Vibe, The Rock Show, Origins and Life Issues give the schedule more depth than a simple worship playlist. That makes UCB 1 a strong choice for Christian radio listeners who want fresh music, thoughtful conversation and a station with a clear sense of purpose.

Notable shows & presenters are:

  • Becs Millington — Breakfast and Origins: Becs Millington is one of UCB 1’s key voices, heard on Breakfast and on Origins. Breakfast gives the station its early-day energy, while Origins digs further into Christian music stories, artists and the roots behind the songs.
  • Ashley Andrew — Talking Point and The Saturday Show: Ashley Andrew presents Talking Point, a weekday discussion show built around news, life, faith and the questions listeners are wrestling with. He also appears on weekend programming, giving UCB 1 a steady conversation-led presence beyond music rotation.
  • Sarah Hine — Drive, The Vibe and The Wind Down: Sarah Hine is linked with Drive and specialist evening output including The Vibe, which brings R&B, hip-hop and grime into UCB 1’s Christian music mix. The Wind Down gives Sunday evening listening a calmer, reflective feel.
  • Joel Brown — Afternoons and Fusion: Joel Brown appears across afternoon and specialist programming. Fusion gives UCB 1 a Friday-night strand with more energy and variety, helping the station avoid sounding flat or predictable by the end of the week.
  • Chris Dolby — The Rock Show: Chris Dolby presents The Rock Show, UCB 1’s specialist home for Christian rock. It is useful for listeners who want faith-based music with more guitars, heavier energy and a sound outside the usual daytime playlist.
  • Dave Tanner — UCB 1 Greatest Hits: Dave Tanner presents UCB 1 Greatest Hits, a show that brings familiar Christian tracks and older favourites into the schedule, giving long-time listeners something with a bit more memory and heritage.
  • Vicky Gibbens — Talking Point and Life Issues: Vicky Gibbens is associated with Talking Point and Life Issues, where UCB 1 moves into deeper conversation around real-life subjects, faith and the kind of topics that do not always fit neatly into standard music radio.
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Contact Information

Official website:
https://www.ucb.co.uk/ucb1

Studio email:
ucb@ucb.co.uk

Phone:
01782 911 000

Postal address:
UCB Broadcast Centre
Hanchurch Lane, Hanchurch
Stoke-on-Trent
ST4 8RY
United Kingdom

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ucbmedia/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ucb1radio/

X / Twitter: https://x.com/UCBMedia

UCB 1 FAQ

What is UCB 1?
UCB 1 is a UK Christian radio station from United Christian Broadcasters, mixing contemporary Christian music with conversation, encouragement and faith-focused programming.

How can I listen to UCB 1 online?
You can listen live to UCB 1 online through Radio Player UK.

Is UCB 1 on FM or DAB?
UCB 1 is not an FM station. It is available on DAB+ digital radio where coverage allows and is listed alphabetically as UCB 1 on compatible digital radios.

What kind of music does UCB 1 play?
UCB 1 plays contemporary Christian music, including current Christian hits, gospel-influenced tracks, worship-friendly songs and specialist strands for rock, R&B, hip-hop, grime and classic Christian favourites.

Where is UCB 1 based?
UCB 1 is operated by United Christian Broadcasters, which is based in Stoke-on-Trent, while the station serves listeners across the UK.