The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. BBC Somerset was for many years an 'opt-out' from Radio Bristol, but in May 2012, the BBC established it as a station in its own right. The station is owned and operated by Arqiva (which acquired National Grid Wireless, previously Crown Castle). Please note that all RAJAR listening figures from Q3 2021 have been calculated using a modified survey methodology and this should be considered when making comparisons against historical data. Listen to BBC Somerset, BBC Surrey and Many Other Stations from Around the World with the radio.net App. Matt brings you music, news, travel and sport for your late weekday afternoon. Simon welcomes you into the first breakfast show of 2022 with music, updates and more. Digital 3&4 has moved from UHF 54 to UHF 34, and BBC B have moved as well from UHF 58 to UHF 35 as part of the 700MHz clearance programme at Mendip. Simon welcomes you into the first breakfast show of 2022 with music, updates and more. A listener is counted as an adult aged 15+ who listens for at least five minutes. Very amateur photographer & #Glastonbury fan. The RSGB arranged this interviewhaving been contacted by BBC Radio Somersetfollowing the Societys recent piece in The Times. City:Taunton. Top 100 Stations. BBC Somerset sometimes uses its AM frequency for cricket commentary while regular programming continues on FM. "The sound of the county, and all the music you love" Format:news, talk, pop music. The mast broadcasts digital television over a large area of the west of England, including Somerset, Wiltshire, North Somerset, Bath and North-East Somerset, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, southern Gloucestershire, northern Dorset and East Devon. Entertainment; Brand Simon Parkin. We're still in the county town, but closer to the M5 at Blackbrook. English Website 11 Listen live 0 Playlist This is useful to work out whether the audience likes what they hear: or the consistency of the station sound. WebBBC Radio Somerset is the BBC's local radio station serving the county of Somerset . | BBC. WebBBC Radio Somerset is the BBC's local radio station serving the county of Somerset . Engineer for @Mendipvalecc & Vice President of @Griffens_cc andy@bbc.co.uk Burnham On Sea - Somerset facebook.com/andy.bennett.7 Joined September 2013 851 Following 2,803 Followers Tweets & replies Media Andy Bennett Staff also looked at all areas where pollution is generated to reduce the station's carbon footprint and make it more environmentally friendly. In August 2002, BBC Somerset Sound moved to new premises in Park Street, Taunton, and acquired a more robust frequency of 1566AM. WebBy Claire Carter , Dawn Limbu. 63,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Total weekly listeners - total reach - represents the total amount of people who tune in to this radio station. Engineer for @Mendipvalecc & Vice President of @Griffens_cc andy@bbc.co.uk Burnham On Sea - Somerset facebook.com/andy.bennett.7 Joined September 2013 851 Following 2,803 Followers Tweets & replies Media Andy Bennett It broadcasts on FM, AM, DAB, digital TV and via BBC Sounds from studios in the Blackbrook area of Taunton. WebBBC Radio Somerset is the BBCs local radio station serving the county of Somerset. Since 1999, there have been many more radio stations launched, so total share will have decreased for most stations. Lighting systems were replaced with more energy-efficient ones. 10:00. However, he said the aim was to own both the football club and stadium. 19911995 19951997 19972006 20062008 BBC Somerset 20082020 BBC Radio Somerset 2020 Logo used on social media Logo used on BBC websites 20202022 2022present Categories Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted. Simon welcomes you into the first breakfast show of 2022 with music, updates and more. It broadcasts on FM, AM, DAB, digital TV and via BBC Sounds from studios in the Blackbrook area of Taunton . BBC A has moved from UHF 49 to UHF 32 as part of the 700MHz clearance programme at Mendip. Loft insulation was improved and double glazing was considered. 50,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Dec 2021. The present assembly is slightly shorter than the previous cylinder, causing the overall mast height to be reduced from 305 metres (1,001ft) to 293 metres (961ft).[1]. The information shows what was scheduled to be broadcast, meaning it was/is subject to change and may not be accurate. On 24 March 2010 BBC2 was switched off on UHF 64 and HTV West was switched from UHF 61 for its final weeks of service. Maybe custodians is the right word. On 5 July 2020, the station switched from the BBC West feed to join BBC South West. WebBBC Somerset Sound started on 11 April 1988. NFL; It has become a Mendip landmark, providing a method of identifying the hills from a distance. The electricity and paper supplies were checked to make sure they are eco-friendly. 50,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Dec 2021. With a mean height of 596 metres (1,955ft) above sea level, these antennas were among the highest in the UK. Web46,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Sep 2021. BBC Radio Somerset takes a look at cricket in the county through the summer months. Total weekly hours represents the total amount of listening to this radio station. "I think stewardship is the right word because I think fans own the club realistically, they're the ones who keep it alive. | BBC. Join Charlie Taylor on BBC Radio Somerset. Due to the proximity of these areas to Wenvoe, the signal from Wenvoe is too strong for most TV sets, requiring an attenuator to be fitted to maintain a reliable signal. According to RAJAR, the station has a weekly audience of 55,000 listeners and a 3.9% share as of December 2022. Arqiva A has moved from UHF 56 to UHF 33 for the start of the 700MHz clearance programme at Mendip. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. Image source, Family HandoutsBy Claire Carter & Dawn LimbuBBC NewsA Ukrainian woman will finally be able to meet her husband for the first time in eight months after her visa was extended. All figures quoted include listening across all platforms, including online. Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 live through the night on a weekday. The MuxCo Somerset multiplex is also receivable in South East Wales (Cardiff & The Vale). Search the history of over 797 billion WebBBC Somerset Sound started on 11 April 1988. Top Stations. Sat 1 st Jan 2022, 06:00 on BBC Somerset. The first day we got here it was a good feeling," Uggla said. While not directly related to the radio output, the survey area population shows how many people live in the survey area that the above figures are based on. The Mendip transmitting station is a broadcasting and telecommunications facility on the summit of Pen Hill, part of the Mendip Hills range in Somerset, England, at 305 metres (1,001ft) above sea level. Welcome to the official BBC Radio Somerset Facebook page. 63,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Total weekly listeners - total reach - represents the total amount of people who tune in to this radio station. The deal is still to be officially completed, although Uggla said he was certain it was done. Join Claire Carter on BBC Radio Somerset. Entertainment; Brand Simon Parkin. Otherwise, a slow growth reflects the growth in UK population. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. Join Facebook to connect with Andy Bennett and others you may know. In 2007, BBC Somerset took part in an initiative to create the first carbon-zero radio station in the UK known as The Challenge. By 2007, the station was relaunched as BBC Somerset, with the launch of the BBC Somerset bus in May, and on 3 December of that year, the station was also given BBC Radio Bristol's former FM frequency of 95.5FM, and broadcasts to the whole of the historic county of Somerset and beyond. Be the first one to, Somerset Maugham: BBC Radio Drama Collection, Advanced embedding details, examples, and help, Terms of Service (last updated 12/31/2014). NFL; Top 100 Stations. We use the largest available reported area for each station in RAJAR. Unknown This collection includes seven of his novels and plays, dramatised by BBC radio. Category: Front Page News, GB2RS Headlines, RSGB Notices, Radio Society of Great Britain Main Site, Useful practical skills for new licensees. Top Stations. Accept Read More You are logged out of RSGB Membership Services Login Your Services News & The role of the BBC Somerset bus across the county includes: Programming for the bus, as well as the day-to-day operation and technical support was managed by Paul George. This collection includes seven of his novels and plays, dramatised by BBC radio. Paris Troy sits in to take your calls plus the best gossip from the county. Top Stations. Coordinates: .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}510050N 30625W / 51.0140N 3.1069W / 51.0140; -3.1069 (BBC Somerset studios). Andy discussed how he got into radio, getting licensed, and about the work he and South Bristol Amateur Radio Club are doing to involve young people in amateur radio. These included: Local programming is produced and broadcast from the BBC's Taunton studios from 6am 10pm on weekdays and from 6am 6pm on Saturday and 6am-2pm on Sunday. The new venture also involves former England rugby union international Paul Sackey, with roles to be confirmed. Web3.3K views, 66 likes, 7 loves, 15 comments, 16 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from BBC Radio Somerset: BBC Somerset has moved. Top 100 Stations. Save peace in the world! Top Stations. WebBy Claire Carter , Dawn Limbu. Last updated on 3 March 20233 March 2023.From the section Yeovil. WebBBC Radio Somerset is the BBC's local radio station serving the county of Somerset . Yeovil were relegated to the National League in 2019 after 16 years in the English Football League during which the club reached the Championship in 2013. 2023 BBC. Hear the audio that matters most to you. Local sporting features, and all the pre-match build-up ahead of today's matches. The interview starts at 19 minutes and 20 seconds into the programme. Kick-off at 12.30pm. WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. Radio presenter on @bbcsomerset . The BBC's Annual Report and Accounts for 2005/2006 stated:[4] "The BBC is committed to extending its network of local radio stations to a limited number of under served areas, and BBC management is carrying out preparatory work for new stations in Somerset, Dorset and Cheshire.". "As far as we're concerned this is our club and we're in charge.". Uploaded by Join Facebook to connect with Andy Bennett and others you may know. William Somerset Maugham was one of the most successful English writers of the 20th century and remains the most adapted for film and TV. First air date:11 April 1988. WebRadio Somerset Schedule Matt brings you music, news, travel and sport for your late weekday afternoon. The station is in St Cuthbert Out civil parish in Mendip district, approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) northeast of the centre of Wells. Access the free radio live stream and discover more radio stations at one glance. No decision on the timing of the medium wave switch-off has yet been made. Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 live through the night on a weekend. Welcome to the official BBC Radio Somerset Facebook page. According to RAJAR, the station has a weekly audience of 55,000 listeners and a 3.9% share as of December 2022. WebAndy Bennett is on Facebook. 19911995 19951997 19972006 20062008 BBC Somerset 20082020 BBC Radio Somerset 2020 Logo used on social media Logo used on BBC websites 20202022 2022present Categories Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted. The station is in St Cuthbert Out civil parish in Mendip district, approximately 2 miles (3.2km) northeast of the centre of Wells. Source: BBC Online. It's been here for over 100 years, it's going to be here long after we're gone" Uggla told BBC Radio Somerset. It was based in studios above a cafe on Paul St, Taunton, with a smaller satellite studio in Yeovil. Listen now. Listen on BBC Sounds, 95.5FM, 1566AM and BBC Radio Somerset BBC Radio Somerset interview - Radio Society of Great Britain - Main Site : Radio Society of Great Britain Main Site This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We are BBC Somerset - the place for YOUR news and views. On 6 October 2011, the BBC announced that it intended to close BBC Somerset's 1566MW frequency as part of its Delivering Quality First (DQF)[5] program of cutbacks. BBC Somerset Taunton 95.5 MHz FM pop news talk Rating: 0.0 Reviews: 0 We are BBC Somerset - the place for YOUR news and views. "We loved the stadium, we loved the people here, we loved meeting Martyn [Starnes, CEO] and Stuart [Robins, club director] and we just couldn't believe how far it had fallen.". "We're very certain that that's happening," Uggla said. BBC Somerset began broadcasting in DAB in September 2014. WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. WebBBC Somerset is a local radio station, part of BBC Radio 5 Live, wich owned by British Broadcasting Corporation and broadcasts mainly in news format. He added the priority was to "build the club back up" in the short and long term. Frequency:95.5 FM, DAB 10B Contacts Sackey, a former Wasps and London Irish winger who played for England in the 2007 Rugby Union World Cup, said: "We're not here to just make up numbers, we're here to make sure we're competing at every level.". English Website 11 Listen live 0 Playlist We've moved down to the area. BBC Somerset. We're still in the county town, but closer to the M5 at Blackbrook. WebThe Somerset Maugham BBC Radio Collection Eight Full-Cast Dramatisations and Readings By: W. Somerset Maugham Narrated by: Alex Jennings, Janet Maw, full cast Length: 15 hrs and 4 mins 4.5 (16 ratings) Try for $0.00 1 title per month from Audibles entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. Web46,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Sep 2021. "I think fans have a right to know a lot more than they do. "There's a lot of complexity around how the land has been split up in the past. Rick takes you through New Year's Day mid-morning with music, conversation and updates. Kiss 101 is a strong directional beam towards South Wales and the Brecon Beacons. Yuliia and her two children have been staying in Taunton in Somerset with Simon Hollington and his family. The change would see current owner and chairman Scott Priestnall leave Yeovil, Uggla claimed. The fact it hasn't had a physio, hasn't got the right strength and conditioning coaches, the stadium's tired, it needs some work done to it, the playing squad I think we need to add to that," Uggla continued. Rick Edwards. [1], The first BBC service for the county of Somerset was established in 1978, as an emergency measure following storms in the county. Read about our approach to external linking. [8], BBC A moved from UHF 61 to UHF 49 to allow for the clearance of the 800MHz band for 4G LTE mobile services.[9][10]. Sudden changes to this figure normally represent a change in the survey area, which is requested by stations themselves, reflecting a change in transmission or programming, and will affect the above figures. WebThe Mendip transmitting station is a broadcasting and telecommunications facility on the summit of Pen Hill, part of the Mendip Hills range in Somerset, England, at 305 metres (1,001 ft) above sea level. Install the free Online Radio Box application for your smartphone and listen to your favorite radio stations online - wherever you are! A listener is counted as an adult aged 15+ who listens for at least five minutes. Access the free radio livestream and discover more radio stations at one glance. Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. WebThe Somerset Maugham BBC Radio Collection Eight Full-Cast Dramatisations and Readings By: W. Somerset Maugham Narrated by: Alex Jennings, Janet Maw, full cast Length: 15 hrs and 4 mins 4.5 (16 ratings) Try for $0.00 1 title per month from Audibles entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. WebSomerset - BBC Sport Somerset Ahmed & Abell in England squad to play Bangladesh Cricket 2 Feb Somerset re-sign former Australia bowler Siddle Cricket 24 Jan All-rounder [2], The station proper was launched as BBC Somerset Sound on 11 April 1988, broadcasting on BBC Radio Bristol's former frequency of 1323AM. BBC Somerset. 10:00. WebRadio Somerset Schedule Matt brings you music, news, travel and sport for your late weekday afternoon. Genres. New Year's Day (01/01/2022) BBC Music Introducing 111 Favorites BBC Radio Somerset Sport "This is a passion project. Top 100 Stations. Join Facebook to connect with Andy Bennett and others you may know. SU Glovers are "in charge" of Yeovil Town and "making all the decisions" director Matt Uggla says, following the group taking stewardship of the club. Top 100 Stations. Entertainment; Brand Simon Parkin. "The sound of the county, and all the music you love" Format:news, talk, pop music. Your chance to showcase your talent on the BBC. It broadcasts on FM, AM, DAB, digital TV and via BBC Sounds from studios in the Blackbrook area of Taunton. The signal from the station for Kiss 101 also penetrates the Welsh Valleys and the Brecon Beacons. The fleet of cars for reporters were swapped for fuel-efficient vans. As a football fan myself, you always want to know what's going on, I think fans can have a big input on helping us guide the club in the right direction. Kick-off at 4.30pm. on the Internet. "We are in charge, as it is, we're in the building, we're making all the decisions. A listener is counted as an adult aged 15+ who listens for at least five minutes. BBC Music Introducing 111 Favorites BBC Radio Somerset Sport New Year's Day (01/01/2022) WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. 4,859 talking about this. Simon welcomes you into the first breakfast show of 2022 with music, updates and more. In June 2019, as part of the 700MHz clearance programme, Mendip became K group (excluding muxes 7 and 8, which are due to be switched off between 2020 and 2022). Image source, Family HandoutsBy Claire Carter & Dawn LimbuBBC NewsA Ukrainian woman will finally be able to meet her husband for the first time in eight months after her visa was extended. English Website 11 Listen live 0 Playlist Examine trends with care: numbers are not always comparable. The Mendip Transmitting Station also broadcasts the digital radio multiplex for South East Wales, to improve signal in areas such as the coastline of SE Wales, where the signal of the SE Wales multiplex from Wenvoe is weak due to hills and cliffs. On hearing the results the staff voluntarily dipped into their pockets to fund the three main accredited methods of carbon offsetting tree planting, sustainable projects and carbon trading. 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WebThe Mendip transmitting station is a broadcasting and telecommunications facility on the summit of Pen Hill, part of the Mendip Hills range in Somerset, England, at 305 metres (1,001 ft) above sea level. 10:00. Discover 10,610,401 listings and 261,462 playable programmes from the BBC. Coverage of Leyton Orient v Bristol Rovers. WebBBC Somerset live - 95.5 MHz FM, Taunton, United Kingdom | Online Radio Box United Kingdom England Taunton BBC Somerset Stand with Ukraine. On 6 February 2023, RSGB District Representative Andy Jenner, G7KNA spoke to the BBCs Simon Parkin about his passion for amateur radio. on July 22, 2022. Listen to BBC Somerset, BBC Surrey and Many Other Stations from Around the World with the radio.net App. web pages Available for years. 4,859 talking about this. Reaction and ongoing Premiership rugby: Exeter Chiefs v Bristol Bears. Capture a web page as it appears now for use as a trusted citation in the future. WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. Save peace in the world. It's not going to be an overnight thing. BBC Radio Somerset interview - Radio Society of Great Britain - Main Site : Radio Society of Great Britain Main Site This website uses cookies to improve your experience. The current editor of BBC Somerset is Nick Bull, with Andrew Enever as news editor. In July 2007, Ofcom confirmed that it would remain a C/D group transmitter at digital switchover. 50,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Dec 2021. Listen: BBC Radio Somerset - The new man in charge at Yeovil Town "I think stewardship is the right word because I think fans own the club realistically, they're the ones who keep it alive. Genres. BBC Radio Somerset. [6], Carbon auditors CO2balance analysed at every aspect of the operation from the mileage of the transport fleet down to what happens to the office tea bags.[7]. City:Taunton. Stand with Ukraine. Hours is normally the most important number for advertising sales. WebBy Claire Carter , Dawn Limbu. Uggla, whose background is in property and finance, was unable to confirm whether the agreement would see SU Glovers also own the stadium Huish Park - which was sold to South Somerset District Council in 2022 along with the surrounding ground. BBC Music Introducing 111 Favorites BBC Radio Somerset Sport Access the free radio live stream and discover more radio stations at one glance. Arqiva A and B and SDN also increased to full power (100kW) on this date. Sat 1 st Jan 2022, 06:00 on BBC Somerset. Duration: 4 hours. (+44) 01823 368181. D1 National, SDL National & Somerset digital radio multiplexes can also be heard. Top Stations. Many households in SE Wales use the Mendip transmitting station for their television post digital switchover. Listen on BBC Sounds, 95.5FM, 1566AM and BBC Radio Somerset Very amateur photographer & #Glastonbury fan. We bring you the best of the county! This means that homes in poor signal areas which still have a C/D group aerial may have difficulty in receiving all multiplexes.[4]. [citation needed]. WebBBC Somerset is a local radio station, part of BBC Radio 5 Live, wich owned by British Broadcasting Corporation and broadcasts mainly in news format. South East Wales digital radio is broadcast as the Mendip site is well placed to provide coverage to the area and the coastline of Wales. Until 2008 a GRP aerial cylinder, containing the analogue television transmitting antennas, was mounted at the top of the mast, bringing the total height of the structure to 305 metres (1,001ft). But after a long period of discontent between fans and the owner, Uggla acknowledged trust needed to be rebuilt. 4,859 talking about this. Yuliia and her two children have been staying in Taunton in Somerset with Simon Hollington and his family. NOT online. Click for the Privacy Notice and Terms and Conditions (.pdf). Radio presenter on @bbcsomerset . This was originally because the Wenvoe transmitter broadcast S4C (with programmes in Welsh and some prime-time English programmes from Channel 4 scheduled at much later times) rather than Channel 4 itself. Accept Read More You are logged out of RSGB Membership Services Login Your Services News & Top Stations. It has a 281.6m (924ft) tall mast, which was built in 1967 and weighs around 500tonnes, and is the tallest structure in South West England. In 2011, SDN was boosted to 50kW and in 2012 the remaining two Arqiva multiplexes were boosted to 50kW too. Local sporting features, and all the pre-match build-up ahead of today's matches. Hold your mouse over the graph to discover what the surveyed name was. Authorization is only required to store your personal settings. Read about our approach to external linking. Mendip's population coverage is around 1.5 million, although some homes in the immediate vicinity, such as those in Cheddar, are unable to receive a signal due to being in the shadow of the Mendip Hills and therefore depend on local relays. Never miss Somerset's latest and breaking news again by signing up to our Daily Newsletter. They are in the midst of a relegation battle this season and only out of the bottom four on goal difference, having not won in their last six games. "It's bare bones at the minute. NOT online. "We looked at a couple of other clubs and then we came down here. Frequency:95.5 FM, DAB 10B Contacts A listener is counted as an adult aged 15+ who listens for at least five minutes. At the time of the audit, the station generated more than 64tonnes of CO2 each year. WebSomerset - BBC Sport Somerset Ahmed & Abell in England squad to play Bangladesh Cricket 2 Feb Somerset re-sign former Australia bowler Siddle Cricket 24 Jan All-rounder The mast can be seen from as far away as Puriton during the day and the red aircraft warning lights make it visible at night from pretty much anywhere on the Somerset Levels and the Vale of Glamorgan near Cardiff. In December he said he had entered into a period of exclusivity with a preferred partyexternal-link to become the majority shareholder. Multiplex 1 on UHF 59+ was closed and replaced by BBC A on UHF 61 (which had just been vacated by analogue HTV West).