How can I listen to BBC radio in Europe?
You can use BBC Sounds by visiting www.bbc.com/sounds or by installing the BBC Sounds app.
- The BBC Sounds app is available on devices running Amazon Fire 5, Android 5 or iOS 11.3 and above.
- Yes, to use the BBC Sounds app you’ll need to log in with a BBC account.
What stations broadcast medium wave?
UK Medium Wave Transmitters
| Freq | Station Name | Power (Watts) |
|---|---|---|
| 198 | BBC Radio 4 | 0 |
| 558 | Spectrum Radio | 1000 |
| 585 | R Scotland (Solway) | 2000 |
| 603 | BBC Radio 4 | 2000 |
Is the BBC still on shortwave?
There are now no direct BBC short-wave transmissions for North America, but in some parts of the region it may be possible to receive frequencies intended for West Africa or the Caribbean (although we cannot guarantee reception). In Hawaii, it may be possible to receive some of the frequencies for East Asia.
Can I listen to BBC radio overseas?
Thankfully, you can listen to BBC radio regardless of whether you live in the UK or not. If you’re travelling abroad, all you need is a good VPN service, like ExpressVPN. A single VPN subscription covers multiple devices letting you access UK radio – and even UK TV services – regardless of where you are in the world.
How do I listen to BBC radio?
You can listen to live radio streams, on demand programmes, podcasts, audiobooks, music mixes and lots more! You can access BBC Sounds through our website at www.bbc.co.uk/sounds on your computer, laptop, phone or tablet device. There’s also a dedicated BBC Sounds app for mobile and tablet devices.
What frequency is BBC World Service in France?
11727 MHz
In France, BBC World Service is available via CanalSat and in Greece and Cyprus via Multichoice Hellas. Free-to-air from Eutelsat Hot Bird 8at 13° East, transponder 50, vertical polarisation, 11727 MHz, Service ID 13907.
What is BBC radio frequency?
Networks
| Radio 1 | 97-99 FM |
|---|---|
| Radio 2 | 88-91 FM |
| Radio 3 | 90-93 FM |
| Radio 4 | 92-95 FM, 103-105 FM (with local variations for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) For Long Wave and Medium Wave frequencies, see below. |
| Radio 5 Live | 909/693 MW |
What is the frequency of BBC World Service?
Long wave frequency 198 kHz normally carries BBC World Service between 0100 and 0530 GMT (and the BBC’s domestic channel BBC Radio 4 at other times).
Where can I listen to BBC World Service?
In France, BBC World Service is available via CanalSat and in Greece and Cyprus via Multichoice Hellas. Free-to-air from Eutelsat Hot Bird 8at 13° East, transponder 50, vertical polarisation, 11727 MHz, Service ID 13907.
Where are the BBC Radio transmitters that have closed?
BBC Radio Wales: Tywyn, Forden and Llandrindod Wells transmitter areas Two years ago the BBC closed 13 medium wave transmitters meaning no more AM service for BBC Radio Sussex, Surrey, Humberside, Wiltshire, Nottingham, Kent, and Lincolnshire, plus reduced medium-wave coverage for BBC Devon, Lancashire and Essex.
Where can I find BBC World Service in Russia?
In the Moscow and St Petersburg areas, local frequency 1260 kHz carries BBC World Service in English, as does 666 kHz in Ekaterinburg.