15 Best Folk Radio Stations in United Kingdom (2026)

These are the highest-rated folk radio stations broadcasting in United Kingdom, ranked by broadcast quality, content richness, and listener accessibility. Whether you prefer FM radio or online streaming, these stations deliver the best folk programming available in United Kingdom.

15 stations ranked
from 41 qualifying stations
1

Celtic Music Radio

Glasgow, United Kingdom

95.0 FM

Celtic Music Radio is a broadcast station dedicated to the presentation of traditional and contemporary Celtic music. The station’s format focuses primarily on music originating from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Brittany, and Galicia, encompassing...

2

Radio Winchcombe 107.1 FM

Winchcombe, United Kingdom

107.1 FM

The broadcaster provides a diverse range of music and speech programming to Bishops Cleeve, the local area, and the surrounding area. The station’s output includes current chart music alongside specialist music programs spanning a variety of genres.

3

Heritage Radio AM 1602

Manchester, United Kingdom

90.6 FM

Heritage Radio AM 1602 is a Manchester-based broadcast station operating on the AM frequency. The station’s format is primarily focused on heritage music, encompassing genres such as jazz, blues, folk, and classical recordings.

4

BBC Radio 2

London, United Kingdom

88.1 FM / 88.8 FM / 89.1 FM

This radio station offers a diverse range of programming, featuring live music sessions, interviews, and curated playlists. The "Sounds of the 80s with Gary Davies" program includes special segments like "My 80s" with guest Sananda Maitreya and...

5

@nker radio 1386 am

Nuneaton, United Kingdom

1386.0 AM

The station provides a 24/7 broadcast radio service primarily intended for patients staying at the George Eliot Hospital. As a voluntary organisation, the broadcaster focuses on delivering entertainment to those within the hospital environment.

6

New Vibes Radio

Walsall, United Kingdom

The station offers a unique blend of musical styles, positioning itself as a platform for “Tomorrow’s Vibes Trends Today! ” The broadcaster’s programming focuses on delivering top charts and a selection of music described as ‘Global Beats’ and...

7

XL UK Radio

Swansea, United Kingdom

The broadcaster offers a progressive, youth-led online radio experience focused on bold and genre-defining music content. It aims to provide a platform for both established and grassroots talent, celebrating creativity and offering a diverse...

8

NTS 1

London, United Kingdom

The broadcaster operates as a global radio platform, delivering music 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from over 50 cities worldwide. Its programming focuses on a diverse range of musical genres and styles, aiming to present a broad spectrum of...

9

Mystery Train Radio

Cheltenham, United Kingdom

The broadcaster offers a diverse listening experience centered around singer-songwriters, bands, and music-makers, both established and emerging. The station’s format features a wide range of musical styles including Americana, indie folk, indie...

10

Worldwide FM

London, United Kingdom

The station focuses on delivering independent music, shows, and curated playlists to its listeners. It provides a platform for discovering new artists and exclusive mixes, emphasizing a global perspective on music and culture.

11

Trossachs Radio

Killin, United Kingdom

The broadcaster provides a community radio service for the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park area of Scotland, catering to both residents and visitors. The station aims to be both fun and informative, emphasizing its connection to the...

12

The Music Galaxy Radio - MGR

London, United Kingdom

The station operates as a 24/7 internet radio broadcaster, dedicated to providing a diverse music experience for listeners worldwide. Its core mission revolves around a passion for music, offering a platform for individuals to play and enjoy...

13

Voices Radio

London, United Kingdom

The broadcaster operates as a community radio station and podcast studio, streaming live content from Coal Drops Yard. It aims to be a platform for diverse voices and perspectives, offering a wide range of discussion topics and musical genres,...

14

Caledon Radio

Hamilton, United Kingdom

This independent radio station broadcasts a diverse range of programming, encompassing talk, classical music, folk, jazz, country, sports coverage, easy listening, and religious content, alongside regular news updates. Its programming strategy...

15

Harvest Moon Radio

Banff, United Kingdom

This internet radio station, established in 2017, broadcasts a variety of music genres 24/7 online and via smart speakers. Programming includes a dedicated stream of Scottish artists and bands on Mondays.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are these folk radio stations in United Kingdom ranked?

Stations are ranked using a prominence score that considers broadcast type (FM, AM, online), data completeness, content quality, social media presence, and overall station profile. As we gather more listener data, rankings will increasingly reflect actual listening patterns.

Are these folk radio stations in United Kingdom free to listen to?

Yes! All stations listed on Tuninga Radio are free to stream. Click on any station to start listening instantly in your browser — no registration or downloads required.

How many folk radio stations in United Kingdom are available?

We have 41 qualifying folk radio stations in United Kingdom in our database. This page features the top 15 based on our quality ranking.

How often is this list updated?

Our rankings are recalculated regularly as station data improves. New stations are added continuously and existing profiles are enhanced with better metadata, descriptions, and streaming information.