The first words spoken on BBC Radio Lincolnshire came from Nick Brunger: "And it's a warm welcome for the first time to the programmes of BBC Radio Lincolnshire.". How can I listen to BBC Radio Lincolnshire? Player. I create an engaging, informative and entertaining programme for a diverse population across Lincolnshire. Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 live through the night on a weekday. J.R. well remember lots of banter between him & C.J. Find the answers to your most common In recent years, this has become the Mike Molloy Memorial Handicap Chase, named after a former sports presenter who died of Myeloma. The whole programme was extremely entertaining, quizzes and all! BBC Lincolnshire and LIVES have teamed up to create 'Life Savers'. BBC Local Radio service for Lincolnshire, England, Clifton, Keiran, 'About the BBC', 2017-08-10, "Mb21 - Transmitter Information - Radio Lincolnshire", BBC Radio Lincolnshire, includes presenter profiles, Former 1980s jingle package by Alfasound based on "The Lincolnshire Poacher". One of Radio Humberside's best-loved presenters has announced he is leaving the station as part of the major cuts in local radio. He was one of my favourites on Radio Lincoln- shire. the presenters may contact you. It is 51% owned by the Lincs FM Group, and will have transmitters at Belmont, High Hunsley (in East Yorkshire), Grantham and Lincoln County Hospital. When John retired from broadcasting he became involved with a small brewery and he worked with them until his death.I'll be raising a glass of Bass, one of his favourite beers, in his memory.Cheers John. Since then, money has been raised for a number of other local causes. ChristineI was a regular listener to JR's Saturday Morning show and always looked forward to the 12 o'clock slot John would make an on air telephone call to someones friend or relative in some far flung part of the world. [1], Launched on 11 November 1980 at 7am with a commissioned peal of bells from Lincoln Cathedral. A sign on their studios. Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 live through the night on a weekday. Read about our approach to external linking. Veronica Capaldi - left in April 2001 to become Sunday presenter for Radio Lincolnshire, can now be heard on Radio Plymouth. The main signal on 94.9 FM comes from the Belmont transmitting station near Donington on Bain in the north of the county, which, until the height reduction carried out in September/October 2009, was the tallest mast in Europe. In October 2005, it presided over the creation of a new flag for Lincolnshire. Use this form to contact BBC Radio Lincolnshire presenters or click Kathy SmithOne of the best presenters Radio Lincolnshire had. A popular local radio host has announced that he will be leaving the BBC after bosses told him he "won't be needed". In 2004, the station recorded record audience figures according to RAJAR, listeners were tuned into BBC Radio Lincolnshire for longer ("hours") than any other radio station in the country. Now working as a presenter for BBC Radio Lincolnshire, his first job was as an announcer during the pre-match. What I am the producer of Dunders at Breakfast on BBC Radio Lincolnshire. Both him and Ed Lacy made saturdays their own. It comes after the BBC announced major cuts to local radio across the country, Sign up to our free email alerts for the top daily stories sent straight to your e-mail. Howard has appeared in the TV version of 'Allo 'Allo. An end of an era.. Melvyn was born near Ipswich in Suffolk. tony & vivvery entertaining man will be missed.deepest sympathy to his family. Nick Jackson was the first presenter and original breakfast show presenter who left to join Virgin Radio. Data is from 2019. (When entering a competition don't forget Sky News's Washington correspondent Emma Hurd, who also presented on East Midlands Today. According to RAJAR, the station has a weekly audience of 70,000 listeners and a 4.3% share as of December 2022. Alan E RobinsonSaturday mornings have never been quite the same since John Richards (JR) left. Peter Levy broadcasts his show on BBC Lincolnshire between 12 - 2pm each weekday afternoon. He was very good company, very knowledgeable about real ales and a delight to listen to on the radio. The Belmont transmitter broadcasts BBC National DAB and Digital One; MXR Yorkshire closed in June 2015. I shall miss him, one off my favorite presenter.love listening to him.in the early dayspr One off my favorite. last updated: 26/03/2009 at 14:27created: 25/03/2009. Lincolnshire George Smith presents the best under-the-radar local music on BBC Radio Lincolnshire. Skegness Butlin's on new Sky Park. The DAB licence, was advertised in October 2007, which will not cover Stamford or South Holland, but will cover North Lincolnshire (Scunthorpe) and North East Lincolnshire (Grimsby). On Diary BBC's Hope Bolger and Alex Rhodes find out. BBC Radio Lincolnshire Upcoming episodes (14 new) Upload Your chance to showcase your talent on the BBC. Nicola Gilroy presents the Afternoon Show each weekday 2pm to 4pm. We have webcams in both of our broadcast studios. In 1988 the station commissioned UK jingle producer Alfasound to compose a jingle package based on the traditional English folk song The Lincolnshire Poacher, continuing on this theme until 2006. District outposts are important due to the time taken on Lincolnshire's ill-equipped roads. Main switchboard Call: 01522 511411 BBC Radio Lincolnshire Call a. A weekly news bulletin in Portuguese was broadcast for migrant workers until July 2008. He had that rare talent of being able to engage his listeners who loved his relaxed and genial style of presentation. Dean first applied for a job on BBC Radio when he was 14 years old! Peter Levy broadcasts his show on BBC Lincolnshire between 12 - 2pm each weekday afternoon. Howard has appeared in the TV version of 'Allo 'Allo. Melvyn was born near Ipswich in Suffolk. The statement reads: "The BBC has told me I won't be needed as a presenter. (18 total). Via Birmingham and the Netherlands, Michael ended up in Lincolnshire working for the BBC. You are in: Lincolnshire > BBC Radio Lincolnshire > Radio Shows > Former BBC Radio Lincolnshire Presenter John Richards Dies. He must have had contacts with several fish & chip shops in the area? BBC Radio Nottingham is the BBC's local radio station serving the county of Nottinghamshire . BBC Radio Lincolnshire - listen live on the web, Visit the I shall miss him, Mrs Dayone off my favorite presenter.love listening to him.in the early dayspr One off my favorite. Boston United President John Blackwell pays tribute to his friend John Motson. This is a user-edited website. Scott Dalton will take up a new role as the station's political correspondent and said he is looking forward to not setting his alarm for 3.45am. KARL BIRD 'New Voices' Presenter at BBC Radio Lincolnshire Greater Lincoln Area, United Kingdom 194 followers 194 connections Join to view profile BBC Radio Lincolnshire Boston. A number of football players have had a second career as writers or commentators. News bulletins, sport, weather ", Stephen Hughes who murdered pregnant teenager in Lincoln dies in prison, Several 'gun shots' heard outside hospital as police arrest man with baseball bat, Counter protesters oppose 'race hate' of asylum seekers coming to RAF Scampton, Far-right activist led protest against RAF Scampton asylum seekers plan, Hope Starsmore: Driver found to have caused student's death in Skegness crash, BBC Radio Humberside's David Burns, known as Burnsy, (left) has been told he's no longer needed as a presenter. presenters! BBC Radio Humberside's David Burns. I'm the Senior Content Producer for BBC Radio Lincolnshire, responsible for running campaigns and events at the station. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Sue has stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and Hits & Headlines. David & JuneWe lived in Lincolnshire for many years,and enjoyed listening to Radio Lincolnshire.We still listen via the internet.We remember JR so well,and loved listening to his Saturday show.So sorry to read the sad news. Burnsy released a statement on his Twitter page revealing that the last few months have been "unnecessarily painful". I was a regular listener to JR's Saturday Morning show and always looked forward to the 12 o'clock slot John would make an on air telephone call to someones friend or relative in some far flung part of the world. The early breakfast show with everything you need to know to start your day. here to find out when our programmes are on and meet our It broadcasts from studios near Newport Arch in Lincol It broadcasts on FM, DAB, digital TV and via BBC Sounds from studios near Newport Arch in Lincoln. Steve Redgrave Presenter Steve Woodhall BBC Local Radio Music Manager Sue Taylor Presenter Tom Morris Presenter William Wright Presenter at BBC. Both him and Ed Lacy made saturdays their own. He'll be much missed. The you haven't got the correct software - don't worry. I'm also an experienced producer and presenter. After Bloomfield's brief stay, the station was managed for 14 years by David Wilkinson, one of the founding team, and a local radio pioneer from his days at BBC Radio Nottingham in 1968. Ta for that. On 15 January 2018, BBC Radio Lincolnshire stopped broadcasting on MW.[5]. In 2006, BBC Radio Lincolnshire conducted a six-month trial of XDA pocket-PCs for the BBC, using Technica Del Arte's Luci mobile (on the hoof) interviewing application.[2]. couldn't be simpler all you have to do is 'click' on the 'button' for any other purpose. Can and football, Find out more about the BBC He listened to and cared about his listener. General manager Rob Bruton talks to Scott Dalton as new 2.5million park unveiled. Les Woods of Lincoln(shire)Sad to hear that JR as passed away. With deepest sympathy to those close to him. I'm eternally grateful to them for the opportunity, I've loved every minute, though the last few months have been unnecessarily painful. Be sadly missed. Webwise. in the the top right hand corner and it will open the BBC Radio John also worked for the BBC in Stoke, Manchester West Midlands and Cambridgeshire. Bernice E SandersonJ.R. Born under a wandering star to military parents, Rod spent his childhood travelling across the globe with spells in the Far East and Europe. TV . Saturday mornings have never been quite the same since John Richards (JR) left. Scott has trusted Lincolnshire news, advice and great music to start the day. The He was a great friend always full of fun! Rob is not ashamed to admit that his favourite song is by Genesis 'Follow you follow me'. Lovely man. Station launches Sunday programme for Portuguese migrant workers. Deb LilleyI remember meeting John at one of the old Radio Lincs Roadshows when he was presenting with Ed (RIP). to the What's on Diary As always you can unsubscribe at any time. and travel from BBC Radio Lincolnshire. This became known as Going for Gold. This page has been archived and is no longer updated. Frequently North Lincolnshire is covered editorially by BBC Radio Humberside. Alistair Tyne Engineer If you're Steve Redgrave, quite a lot. Following in the footsteps of eight brothers who served in WW1. (When I catch him at the bar in heaven, I bet it will still be my round!). The planned BBC strike on May 5th will now not go ahead following new talks, and Diana Johnson MP has blasted BBC management in Parliament over the way local presenters and staff have been treated. (When I catch him at the bar in heaven, I bet it will still be my round!). Carla Greene Radio Presenter at BBC Doncaster, England, United Kingdom 66 followers 64 connections Join to view profile BBC The University of Hull About Experienced Broadcast Journalist. Many of our presenters will continue to present on local radio at the end of this process in new presenter/producer roles but we appreciate change like this is really difficult and we are supporting our teams closely through this. [6] Instead, north Lincolnshire is served by BBC Radio Humberside. BBC Lincolnshire, Radion Buildings, PO Box 219, Newport, Lincoln, LN1 3XY Telephone: 01522 511411 | E-mail: lincolnshire@bbc.co.uk Former BBC Radio Lincolnshire presenter John Richards has died. Since the early 1980s, a race had been held at the Market Rasen Racecourse, the BBC Radio Lincolnshire Novice's Hurdle. you can with our webcams. It broadcasts on FM, DAB, digital TV and via BBC Sounds from studios in the Bootham area of York . Corlett left to found BBC Radio Devon and was replaced briefly by Laurie Bloomfield, who also left to launch a new BBC local station, BBC Radio Shropshire. Local programming is produced and broadcast from the BBC's Lincoln studios from 6am - 10pm on Mondays - Saturdays and from 6am - 6pm on Sundays. A master of broadcasting with a beautifully rich voice and never a negative word. More Jacqui Blay More Alex Cann More Richie Pearson More Sean Goldsmith More Your contributions, your ideas, your passion for the area made it the multi-award winning show it is. ChrisA master of broadcasting with a beautifully rich voice and never a negative word. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=BBC_Radio_Lincolnshire&oldid=1141094630, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, BBC News Washington correspondent, and former, This page was last edited on 23 February 2023, at 09:15. Programme Website More from Radio. Carla puts your questions to BBC England boss Jason Horton. How BBC Radio manages your personal data. Have a look at some of the things we've been getting up to. questions here >>What's He had a lovely voice.I've met him several times. Rob is not ashamed to admit that his favourite song is by Genesis 'Follow you follow me'. Para swimmer, disaster training and Boston May Fair, Skegness Butlin's on new Sky Park. For Lincolnshire, a DAB multiplex could have only been realistically established by financial investment from the Lincs FM Group, and other transmitter positions could theoretically be used. from football commentary and certain other events for which we do Also, areas of northern Lincolnshire, including Barton upon Humber and Immingham, cannot receive the station. Discover more about the people behind the mic on Lincs FM. Regional Advisory Sue has stories to make you smile, mid-morning updates and Hits & Headlines. I don't know when the final show is, I'II keep you posted. Thank you to Tomas McDermott (, Martin S, Anthony P, Richard B, Andy S, Martin P, Andrew G and James C for their edits on this page. Sep 2018 - Present4 years 8 months. BBC Radio Lincolnshire PO Box 219 Lincoln LN1 3XY Telephone: 01522 511411 Phone-ins: 01522 511219 Action Desk: 01522 821000 Fax: 01522 511058 E-mail: radio.lincolnshire@bbc.co.uk. His first job was working for a freight forwarding company in the town. J.R, as he was known, retired from broadcasting in 2003, he was a member of the BBC Radio Lincolnshire team from the early days, when the radio station first went on air on 11 November 1980. If you're Steve Redgrave, quite a lot. At the age of ten William used to record pretend radio programmes at home. BBC is not responsible for the content of external websites. John Rockley is the new boy at weekends on BBC Lincolnshire. He must have had contacts with several fish & chip shops in the area? The station used to have a BBC Bus,[3][4] until licence fee cutbacks in early 2008 forced budget priorities to be streamlined. here >>, Audio If you ask Sue's mum, Betty, she will tell you that young Susan started her radio career at the tender age of 11. He will be sadly missed. Such sad news. well remember lots of banter between him & C.J. At the age of ten William used to record pretend radio programmes at home. [1] Transmission frequencies I remember meeting John at one of the old Radio Lincs Roadshows when he was presenting with Ed (RIP). I had a few requests played by him over the time he was on air, met him several times, great chap, will be missed by many. Locals tell their stories about the floods that devastated the Lincolnshire coast. See what is happening in Lincolnshire or add your own events David Burns, known to his . DavidJohn was old school, one of the best. It was read by Rui Silva, who worked for Boston Borough Council. However, the end of the 1980s saw BBC Local Radio beginning weeknight programmes with stations broadcasting a mostly regional rather than local with the same programme networked on all the stations in that area. Do you know this radio stations mobile app details? I was so shocked that another presenter I know verywell since the Bride Competition.He was unreplacable.But I think he still thinking of us as the same with Ed Lacy.Those presenters are legands was the Weekend Team? BBC Radio Lincolnshire is the BBC's local radio station serving the county of Lincolnshire. how to get this. I see the presenters in the studios?Yes When John retired from broadcasting he became involved with a small brewery and he worked with them until his death.I'll be raising a glass of Bass, one of his favourite beers, in his memory.Cheers John. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. She also worked at BBC Radio Humberside as a sports journalist and BBC Radio Manchester as a broadcast journalist. The most showbiz presenters we have on BBC Radio Lincolnshire are Jonathan Parker and Marcus Heald. It His first job was working for a freight forwarding company in the town. He was one of my favourites on Radio Lincoln- shire. The station changed its name from BBC Radio Lincolnshire to BBC Lincolnshire on 30 November 2009. Chief presenters Other presenters London: Tanya Beckett Ben Boulos Ben Brown Sally Bundock Lukwesa Burak Martine Croxall Karin Giannone Lucy Grey Luxmy Gopal Geeta Guru-Murthy Celia Hatton Nancy Kacungira Shaun Ley Kasia Madera Nuala McGovern Annita McVeigh Krupa Padhy Rich Preston James Reynolds Samantha Simmonds Ben Thompson Victoria Valentine Your chance to showcase your talent on the BBC. Deke takes you through your evening with music, conversation and BBC Introducing. List of British football commentators This is a list of media commentators and writers in the United Kingdom on the sport of Association football . Why are there so many sex shops on the A1? He listened to and cared about his listener. He had that rare talent of being able to engage his listeners who loved his relaxed and genial style of presentation. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. out about the latest sport in Lincolnshire including motorsport, athletics You can get in touch with the Peter Levy programme by. I'm also currently on a career development placement with BBC Radio 2, spending one day a week . Mags.John was such a lovely man. Monks' Dyke Technology College in Louth is used for the East Lindsey reports. content requires RealPlayer, help available from BBC news bulletinListen to the latest Audio Join the Red Arrows just before they leave the UK for North America. collected via cookies (which tell us which of our web You can get in touch with the Peter Levy programme by calling 01522 821000, text 07786201949, or by email peter.levy@bbc.co.uk. It holds an annual folk song competition called "Song For Lincolnshire". Originally GOLD stood for Give Our Lincolnshire Defibrillators. John Rockley is the new boy at weekends on BBC Lincolnshire. It's Melvyn Prior this weekend & he chats with Simon Fisher who's retiring from the NFU. One of the best presenters Radio Lincolnshire had. stephen brearI was so shocked that another presenter I know verywell since the Bride Competition.He was unreplacable.But I think he still thinking of us as the same with Ed Lacy.Those presenters are legands was the Weekend Team? That site is not suitable. Under its first manager, Roy Corlett, the station achieved record audience figures as its programming of news, music and chat became very popular. What Simon Grundy, the second voice heard on the station now works on Sun FM in Sunderland. Scott has trusted Lincolnshire news, advice and great music to start the day. An end of an era.. RosemaryHappy memories of a great and entertaining broadcaster. In addition, BBC Radio Lincolnshire also broadcasts on Freeview TV channel 722 in the BBC East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire and BBC East Midlands regions and streams online via BBC Sounds. Council, BBC Radio Lincolnshire He will be sadly missed. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. VAT no 918 5617 01H Bauer Publishing are authorised and regulated for credit broking by the FCA (Ref No: 845898). This changed when Lincs FM began broadcasting. Poll - Are you planning an event for King Charles III's coronation? You can get in touch with the Peter Levy programme by. The name reverted to BBC Radio Lincolnshire in May 2012. Enjoyed catching up with #Saxilby Strollers #walking group for their 15th anniversary walk. My career began as a dog's body at BBC Radio Lincolnshire, joining Radio Trent and Leicester Sound in 1984, moving to the oldies station GEM AM. Join Carla Greene on BBC Radio Lincolnshire. BBC Radio Lincolnshire broadcast its own programmes until 9pm before joining with the other East Midlands stations to air a late show which broadcast from 9pm until 12midnight. I'm a middle aged, dumpy female with a sense of humour and a punishing left. Our Presenters ANDY MARRIOTT WEEKDAYS 7.0 I think I qualify as a veteran broadcaster, having been on the radio and TV since the age of 20 in 1981. I,m glad I have a recording of "Hands across the sea" when he contacted my sister in law in Canada for me. will be streamed?All BBC Radio Lincolnshire's programmes will be streamed apart Lots of love to my producers and colleagues who face a very uncertain and unsettling time.". Known for his love of real ale and rugby - as well as presenting many different programmes on BBC Radio Lincolnshire, J.R. was a popular member of the BBC Radio Lincolnshire team. investment and jobs, BBC local radio changes: Your questions answered. Radio Lincolnshire website, Right We lived in Lincolnshire for many years,and enjoyed listening to Radio Lincolnshire.We still listen via the internet.We remember JR so well,and loved listening to his Saturday show.So sorry to read the sad news. Your chance to showcase your talent on the BBC. Fax: 01522 511058 E-mail: radio.lincolnshire@bbc.co.uk