Jorvik Radio

Jorvik Radio is a community radio station[1] based in the York, in North Yorkshire. The studios are based in Burnholme, York.[2] It takes its name from Jorvik, the historical Viking name for York.

Jorvik Radio
Frequency94.8 MHz
RDSJorvik
Programming
FormatHot AC
Ownership
OwnerJorvik Radio Ltd
History
First air date
4 November 2019 (2019-11-04)
Technical information
Power100 watts
Links
Websitejorvikradio.com

The station launched at 07:00 on 4 November 2019;[3] the first song played on air was Shed Seven's 'Disco Down'.

Programming

As a community radio service, Jorvik Radio originates all of its own programming.[4] It is designed to be eclectic and reflective of the York community.[5]

According to the station's "Key Commitments" state that it is required to broadcast information that covers the community sports, arts, commerce, current affairs, diversity, and faith.[6]

Transmission

The station broadcasts via FM on a frequency of 94.8 MHz with an ERP of 100 watts,[7] and online.[8] Its transmitter site is located on a residential building to the west of the city centre.[9]

References
  1. "Ofcom | Community Radio Stations". static.ofcom.org.uk. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
  2. "Jorvik Radio Contact Us". jorvikradio.com. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
  3. Smith, Graeme (2 October 2019). "Jorvik Radio to Launch on 4 November". York Calling. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
  4. "Going live in weeks – York's new radio station reveals start date and frequency". YorkMix. 2 October 2019. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
  5. "Listen up! York is getting a brand new radio station". YorkMix. 22 February 2018. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
  6. "Jorvik Radio - Key Commitments" (PDF). Ofcom. 4 November 2019.
  7. "Technical parameters for broadcast radio transmitters". Ofcom. 5 August 2021. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
  8. "Jorvik Radio | The Soundtrack to Your Day | 94.8FM, Online, App & Smart Speakers". Jorvik Radio. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
  9. "mb21 - The Transmission Gallery". tx.mb21.co.uk. Retrieved 30 August 2021.

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