West Kent Radio

West Kent Radio транслируется в прямом эфире из Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, на Tuninga Radio.

Эта радиостанция специализируется на музыке в жанре Adult Contemporary, Oldies, Talk, Sports, News.

The broadcaster provides a local radio service across several communities and surrounding villages, broadcasting on two frequencies. The station’s programming focuses on serving the local area, with a mix of music, news, community information, and sports coverage. A key element of the station's offering is its commitment to showcasing local talent and events, aiming to be a vital resource for residents. The broadcaster also provides a platform for local businesses and organizations to connect with the community. The station’s website serves as a central hub for schedules, news updates, and event listings, alongside information on how to listen via various platforms. The station’s weekday schedule includes “West Kent Breakfast” from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, followed by a “Lunch Break” from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Evenings feature “Pure Decades” at 7:00 PM, hosted by Trevor Adams, and “Pure 70’s,” sponsored by Southborough Lions. Adam Howe hosts “West Kent Unsigned” from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, followed by “The Wind Down” from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM, and “The Wind Down Through The Night” from 1:00 AM to 7:00 AM, offering continuous music. Weekend programming includes “Weekend Breakfast” from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Saturdays and Sundays, and “Saturday Action” from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The station also features sports reports, including coverage of matches involving Phoenix Sports Club, Rusthall FC, Faversham Strike Force, Tunbridge Wells FC, Erith Town, Sevenoaks Town, Tonbridge Angels, Larkfield & New Hythe, Hemel Hempstead Town, and Gillingham. The broadcaster’s history is rooted in its commitment to localism, aiming to provide a voice for the communities it serves. Recent milestones include reporting on the awarding of lottery funds to Scotney Castle, and positive public response to plans for a new Angel Centre. The station also provides a platform for discussions on important local issues, such as the campaign to save Tunbridge Wells & Rusthall Commons, and a consultation on the future number of councils in Kent & Medway. The station provides a space for community members to engage with local news and events. The station is accessible through various channels, including 95.5 FM, 106.7 FM, online streaming, smart speakers (via voice command), a dedicated mobile app, and DAB. The broadcaster actively encourages community engagement, providing a platform for local events like the Sherwood Men’s Shed, 2:22 A Ghost Play, Simon Brodkin, Alfie Moore, Tunbridge Wells Park Run, Tonbridge Repair Café, Humble Boy at The Oast Theatre, and parkrun at Tonbridge Swimming Pool. The station also hosts guest interviews, such as a segment with Craig Richardson offering legal guidance following involvement with social services, and a discussion with local author Jo Frances Matthews.