Radio 101 is a voluntary not-for-profit community radio training service and providing media access to local news,music issues and interests..

Our mission statement is:

“To promote active community involvement in regeneration and social inclusion and to enhance diversity and quality within the community through use of community online radio as a tool for cohesion, expression and skills development.”

Community radio has a unique place in the UK, giving people within communities a voice whilst providing exciting and diverse radio. Community radio stations can broadcast both terrestrially (ie: AM/FM) and/or over the internet.

How can I listen and view Radio 101?

If you have a sound card and speakers on your computer you can listen Radio 101 online. To hear the ‘live’ webcast, click the ‘Listen Here  Button at the top of the Home Page and your computer will play the broadcast through its default music player.

How can I get involved with Radio 101?

There are many ways to get involved with Radio 101, it just depends what you are interested in. If you enjoy writing, digital photography or are simply interested in covering local issues and pieces of interest, you can submit articles to the Radio101 website. If you would like to learn broadcasting and editing skills, the team at 101 will be happy to train you to take the mic, interview others and edit sound digitally. We are also looking for people who are keen to get involved with community projects. If you are interested in getting involved in whichever way, please email us at [email protected]

How is Radio 101 funded?

Radio 101 is funded through a variety of sources including:

Charitable organisations

Business Community Advertising/Sponsorship

Private donations

Radio 101 is looking to secure several sources of sustainable income through generating revenue through advertising/Sponsorship. If you would like to find out more , please write to us at the address below.

I can’t hear Radio 101 on my computer

This could be one of several things:

• Do you have a sound card on your computer? You can check this by looking in Control Panel then Sounds & Audio Devices. Click on the Audio tab and check you have a soundcard listed in the Playback area.
• Check your speakers are working properly. Check they are switched on and plugged into the back of your computer.
• Is the volume turned up on your computer? Check the volume button on the toolbar at the bottom right of your screen (shaped like a speaker) and ensure the main volume is not muted or too low. Also check the volume control on your monitor or the side of your laptop.
• Is the volume turned up on your media player? Ensure the volume is turned up on your chosen media player (eg: Windows Media Player/RealOne Player/Winamp, etc)

Can I advertise on Radio 101?

Radio 101 do accept advertising on the website. We interview and write features on people of interest, which may be an alternative way to advertise your business or organisation. If you have any advertising enquiries please contact us at our e-mail address [email protected] or write to us