A listener is counted as an adult aged 15+ who listens for at least five minutes. BBC Radio Somerset. Coverage of Leyton Orient v Bristol Rovers. 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. Listen now. Join Charlie Taylor on BBC Radio Somerset. English Website 11 Listen live 0 Playlist Rick Edwards. Access the free radio livestream and discover more radio stations at one glance. The interview starts at 19 minutes and 20 seconds into the programme. William Somerset Maugham was one of the most successful English writers of the 20th century and remains the most adapted for film and TV. Simon welcomes you into the first breakfast show of 2022 with music, updates and more. 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. 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Top Stations. Top 100 Stations. Made in Bristol, a directional beam to the Bristol area from Mendip, is also receivable in SE Wales. 4,859 talking about this. This data is drawn from the data stream that informs BBC's iPlayer and Sounds. 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. Frequency:95.5 FM, DAB 10B Contacts At the time of the audit, the station generated more than 64tonnes of CO2 each year. New Year's Day (01/01/2022) 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. NOT online. It was founded in 11 April 1988. WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. Top Stations. In December he said he had entered into a, period of exclusivity with a preferred party, 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. 50,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Dec 2021. 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. "It's bare bones at the minute. Arqiva A has moved from UHF 56 to UHF 33 for the start of the 700MHz clearance programme at Mendip. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Stand with Ukraine. 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. First air date:11 April 1988. 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 Even after digital switchover when transmitters in Wales also began to broadcast Channel 4 in addition to S4C, some households continued with their preference for the West variations of BBC One, BBC Two, and ITV, and having Channel 4 (not S4C) as number 4 on the electronic programme guide. Hours per listener shows how long people who tune in to this radio station stay listening. Yuliia and her two children have been staying in Taunton in Somerset with Simon Hollington and his family. 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. Duration: 4 hours. William Somerset Maugham was one of the most successful English writers of the 20th century and remains the most adapted for film and TV. English Website 11 Listen live 0 Playlist [2], The station proper was launched as BBC Somerset Sound on 11 April 1988, broadcasting on BBC Radio Bristol's former frequency of 1323AM. 10:00. Maybe custodians is the right word. The Mendip transmitting station is clearly visible on a cloudy or clear night from SE Wales, such as in Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan. WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. It broadcasts on FM, AM, DAB, digital TV and via BBC Sounds from studios in the Blackbrook area of Taunton . More. Since 1999, there have been many more radio stations launched, so total share will have decreased for most stations. Click for the Privacy Notice and Terms and Conditions (.pdf). WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. Kick-off at 4.30pm. 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 We're still in the county town, but closer to the M5 at Blackbrook. 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. Priestnall took over the National League side in 2019 but has been a controversial figure. We're still in the county town, but closer to the M5 at Blackbrook. Top Stations. In July 2007, Ofcom confirmed that it would remain a C/D group transmitter at digital switchover. Simon welcomes you into the first breakfast show of 2022 with music, updates and more. The station is in St Cuthbert Out civil parish in Mendip district, approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) northeast of the centre of Wells. 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. More info: to find out more, including station addresses, people who work there, audience figures and how to listen, see BBC Radio Somersets directory listing. Analysis and opinion from our chief football writer. Top 100 Stations. "We have got big plans for the club and we want to be one of the top clubs in this division next year.". 4,859 talking about this. Frequency:95.5 FM, DAB 10B Contacts The mast broadcasts digital television, FM analogue radio and DAB digital radio, and had broadcast analogue colour television from 1967 until 2010. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. WebContact: Broadcasting House, Park Street, Taunton, Somerset TA1 4DA (+44) 01823 368181 Website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/bbcsomerset/ Email: somerset@bbc.co.uk Stations BBC Somerset Mendip, UK Podcasts Andy Bennett Join Andy Bennett on BBC Radio Somerset. 50,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Dec 2021. 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. Read about our approach to external linking. "I don't think it's appropriate to call us owners. It's been here for over 100 years, it's going to be here long after we're gone" Uggla told BBC Radio Somerset. Radio presenter on @bbcsomerset . Top Stations. NOT online. The signal on 1323AM was for many years interfered with by a Russian radio station.[3]. Join Facebook to connect with Andy Bennett and others you may know. 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 Hear the audio that matters most to you. The current editor of BBC Somerset is Nick Bull, with Andrew Enever as news editor. Many Welsh residents also prefer Mendip's service to the Wenvoe service as it provides a stronger signal to the coastline and areas in the shadow of the Wenvoe mast. Top Stations. BBC Somerset began broadcasting in DAB in September 2014. This collection includes seven of his novels and plays, dramatised by BBC radio. "The sound of the county, and all the music you love" Format:news, talk, pop music. The station is in St Cuthbert Out civil parish in Mendip district, approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) northeast of the centre of Wells. 63,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Total weekly listeners - total reach - represents the total amount of people who tune in to this radio station. NFL; Top Stations. BBC Music Introducing 111 Favorites BBC Radio Somerset Sport 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. Kick-off at 3pm. Top Stations. New Year's Day (01/01/2022) To limit interference to the analogue transmissions, power output on the digital multiplexes was low. Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 live through the night on a weekend. Listen on BBC Sounds, 95.5FM, 1566AM and BBC Radio Somerset Listen now. 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. Welcome to the official BBC Radio Somerset Facebook page. It was based in studios above a cafe on Paul St, Taunton, with a smaller satellite studio in Yeovil. Rick takes you through New Year's Day mid-morning with music, conversation and updates. The signal from the station for Kiss 101 also penetrates the Welsh Valleys and the Brecon Beacons. Install the free Online Radio Box app for your smartphone and listen to your favorite radio stations online - wherever you are! 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. Capture a web page as it appears now for use as a trusted citation in the future. | BBC. WebAndy Bennett is on Facebook. "As far as we're concerned this is our club and we're in charge.". Top 100 Stations. Sat 1 st Jan 2022, 06:00 on BBC Somerset. BBC Somerset sometimes uses its AM frequency for cricket commentary while regular programming continues on FM. "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.". Total weekly hours represents the total amount of listening to this radio station. Never miss Somerset's latest and breaking news again by signing up to our Daily Newsletter. Sat 1 st Jan 2022, 06:00 on BBC Somerset. 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. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. We use the largest available reported area for each station in RAJAR. In 2016, the bus became victim to cutbacks, and is no longer used by the station. In 2011, SDN was boosted to 50kW and in 2012 the remaining two Arqiva multiplexes were boosted to 50kW too. City:Taunton. BBC A was transmitted at full power (100kW) and in 64QAM, 8k carriers mode from the start. On 27 April 2020 the station changed its name to BBC Radio Somerset in order to fit the station name in to the new jingle package. "The sound of the county, and all the music you love" Format:news, talk, pop music. 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. Radio presenter on @bbcsomerset . BBC Radio Somerset. The fleet of cars for reporters were swapped for fuel-efficient vans. "I think fans have a right to know a lot more than they do. WebBBC Somerset Sound started on 11 April 1988. The new venture also involves former England rugby union international Paul Sackey, with roles to be confirmed. They were removed in 2010, the antenna cylinder being replaced with a new antenna assembly, ready for digital switchover later that year. Access the free radio live stream and discover more radio stations at one glance. Listen on BBC Sounds, 95.5FM, 1566AM and BBC Radio Somerset Very amateur photographer & #Glastonbury fan. 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. 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. It broadcasts on FM, AM, DAB, digital TV and via BBC Sounds from studios in the Blackbrook area of Taunton. Listeners from as far afield as Finland have reported hearing the station clearly. Arqiva A and B and SDN also increased to full power (100kW) on this date. Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. According to RAJAR, the station has a weekly audience of 55,000 listeners and a 3.9% share as of December 2022. Join Claire Carter on BBC Radio Somerset. BBC Music Introducing 111 Favorites BBC Radio Somerset Sport BBC Somerset got a new mobile radio studio in the shape of a single-decker bus in May 2007. With a mean height of 596 metres (1,955ft) above sea level, these antennas were among the highest in the UK. Genres. Off-peak programming originates from BBC Radio Bristol , BBC Radio Cornwall in Truro and BBC Radio Devon in Plymouth. Join Facebook to connect with Andy Bennett and others you may know. Perhaps, this is a temporary station problem. 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. 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. Paris Troy sits in to take your calls plus the best gossip from the county. Top Stations. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Web3.3K views, 66 likes, 7 loves, 15 comments, 16 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from BBC Radio Somerset: BBC Somerset has moved. Listen to BBC Somerset, BBC Surrey and Many Other Stations from Around the World with the radio.net App. 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.". Entertainment; Brand Simon Parkin. Top 100 Stations. 2023 BBC. Read about our approach to external linking. Local sporting features, and all the pre-match build-up ahead of today's matches. Available for years. [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]. It has become a Mendip landmark, providing a method of identifying the hills from a distance. Matt rounds off 2022's first day with conversation, updates and great evening music. WebBBC Somerset Sound started on 11 April 1988. [1], The first BBC service for the county of Somerset was established in 1978, as an emergency measure following storms in the county. Hours is normally the most important number for advertising sales. This is useful to work out whether the audience likes what they hear: or the consistency of the station sound. Read about our approach to external linking. We are BBC Somerset - the place for YOUR news and views. The station is in St Cuthbert Out civil parish in Mendip district, approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) northeast of the centre of Wells. Cardiff and other parts of southeast Wales were also able to receive the analogue TV transmissions from Mendip,[3] and many households used it in preference to their more local Wenvoe transmitter which carries the Wales variations of BBC One, BBC Two, and ITV. He added the priority was to "build the club back up" in the short and long term. Listen to BBC Somerset, BBC Surrey and Many Other Stations from Around the World with the radio.net App. Kiss 101 on FM is also broadcast to South Wales from the Mendip transmitting station, on a frequency of 101.00MHz. Access the free radio live stream and discover more radio stations at one glance. BBC Local Radio service for the ceremonial county of Somerset, England, "Annual Report and Accounts for 2005/2006", List of radio stations in the United Kingdom, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=BBC_Radio_Somerset&oldid=1137366234, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, To bring BBC Somerset out into local communities across the county, To help to improve what people in county want from their local radio station, and from the BBC in general, To promote the major BBC campaigns, such as the Reading and Writing project (RaW) and Springwatch and Autumnwatch among many others, To feedback to the BBC any brickbats and bouquets from listeners/viewers who might not usually have the chance to comment, To broadcast live shows from towns and villages around Somerset. New Year's Day (01/01/2022) Search the history of over 797 billion In November 2017, BBC Somerset moved from the Park Street premises to a new building on the edge of Taunton in Blackbrook. Save peace in the world. Web3.3K views, 66 likes, 7 loves, 15 comments, 16 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from BBC Radio Somerset: BBC Somerset has moved. The latter was transmitted outside of the original C/D grouping of the transmitter but most homes in reasonable signal areas for the C/D group could receive it with their C/D group aerial. The first day we got here it was a good feeling," Uggla said. WebAndy Bennett is on Facebook. Web46,000 listeners (BBC Somerset) Sep 2021. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. 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. 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.". On 5 July 2020, the station switched from the BBC West feed to join BBC South West. Yuliia and her two children have been staying in Taunton in Somerset with Simon Hollington and his family. 10:00. 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. 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. BBC Radio Somerset takes a look at cricket in the county through the summer months. Unknown "The sound of the county, and all the music you love" Format:news, talk, pop music. 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). There's a piece of the deal still to be done but we've seen all we need to see, we're certain it's done. WebBBC Radio Somerset is the BBC's local radio station serving the county of Somerset . WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. Non-stop disco and dance, including a Glitterbox special megamix plus Midnite Mellow.. Power on analogue transmissions was 500kW (ERP) for BBC 1, BBC2, HTV West, Channel 4, and 126kW (ERP) for Channel 5. 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. Total market share shows how strong radio station is against other radio stations available. [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]. BBC Music Introducing 111 Favorites BBC Radio Somerset Sport BBC Radio Somerset. Staff also looked at all areas where pollution is generated to reduce the station's carbon footprint and make it more environmentally friendly. Uggla was unable to confirm what roles he and Sackey would be taking on. Source: BBC Online. Local sporting features, and all the pre-match build-up ahead of today's matches. Available for years. William Somerset Maugham was one of the most successful English writers of the 20th century and remains the most adapted for film and TV. Multiplex 1 on UHF 59+ was closed and replaced by BBC A on UHF 61 (which had just been vacated by analogue HTV West). The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. [1] History [ edit] Listen now. 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. WebListen to BBC Somerset internet radio online. Accept Read More You are logged out of RSGB Membership Services Login Your Services News & Mendip broadcasts FM (analogue VHF) radio for BBC Radio Somerset and the Severn Estuary regional service Kiss 101. Local BBC Radio joins BBC Radio 5 live through the night on a weekday. Andy brightens up your Saturday mid-morning with conversation, updates and great music. We have to make sure were even in this league next year.". BBC Radio Somerset is the BBC's local radio station serving the county of Somerset. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. Coverage of Cardiff City v Bristol City. English Website 11 Listen live 0 Playlist Join Chris Baxter on BBC Radio Gloucestershire. In December he said he had entered into a period of exclusivity with a preferred partyexternal-link to become the majority shareholder. This page has the latest official audience figures. Kent thrash Somerset to leapfrog them in table, Kent safe from relegation as they build big lead, Kent on top despite Goldsworthy resistance, Somerset keeper Rew extends contract to 2025, Somerset beat Northants to guarantee survival, Cricket review plan 'unworkable' says Sussex chief, Abell hits second century against Northants, ECB proposes cut in number of Championship games, Overton puts Somerset on top against Northants, Abell hits impressive century for Somerset. Top Stations. The deal is still to be officially completed, although Uggla said he was certain it was done. The station is in St Cuthbert Out civil parish in Mendip district, approximately 2 miles (3.2km) northeast of the centre of Wells.