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The free UK radio player with 3,564 live radio stations – BBC Radio 1, 2 and 4, Heart, Capital, LBC, KISS, talkSPORT, local FM and internet-only web radio. No app, no sign-up: tap a station and listen.
- Radio stations
- 3,564
- Regions
- 12
- Genres
- 51
- Towns & cities
- 171
Know the number? Tune in by dial
Every UK station on that frequency, from Ofcom’s records
Radio from England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland
Local and national stations from all four nations
Nation→The UK’s biggest radio networks
Every national station from the BBC, Global, Rayo and News UK – live in one place
What do you feel like hearing?
Hand-picked collections of live UK radio
UK radio stations by genre
From pop and dance to jazz, country and gospel
Local radio stations near you
BBC local, commercial and community radio by region and city
Internet radio, DAB or FM – which is best?
Why more and more of the UK listens to radio online
| Online radio (here) | DAB / DAB+ | FM / AM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What you need | A phone, laptop or smart speaker | A DAB / DAB+ radio | An FM / AM radio |
| Number of stations | Every UK station + internet-only radio | Up to ~100 per area | Around 20–40 per area |
| Where it works | Anywhere in the world | UK coverage areas | Local transmitter range |
| Sound quality | Up to HD (depends on stream) | Good (DAB+ better) | FM good · AM basic |
| Cost | Free | Free after buying a set | Free after buying a set |
Streams start in seconds – no buffering screens, no pre-roll sign-ups.
At home, at work or abroad: British radio follows you around the world.
A fast online radio player that works in any browser, on any device.
Off-air stations are flagged automatically so you never hit silence.
Internet radio UK: every British radio station, live and free
UK Radio Stations is a free online radio player for the United Kingdom. Search for “internet radio”, “online radio stations” or “live radio” and you want one thing: to press play. Here you can listen to 3,564 UK radio stations – national, local and internet-only – in your browser, with no app, no DAB set and no account.
The most popular UK radio stations
Our ranking follows what the UK actually listens to. LBC, talkRADIO, Heart North Devon, BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 5 live, Capital London, Heart UK and BBC Radio 1 lead the way – from news, talk and sport to pop, dance and classical music.
Online radio stations for every taste
Browse 51+ genres: pop, dance, 80s, oldies, adult contemporary, 90s and variety radio – plus niche web radio you will never find on FM.
British radio, local to you
Tune in to local radio in London, the North West, Yorkshire, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland – BBC Local Radio, commercial and community stations.
A radio player that goes where you go
The player keeps playing while you browse, works on phones, tablets, laptops and smart TVs, and uses little data. It is the easiest way to listen to UK radio online – at home, in the car or on holiday abroad.
How to listen to internet radio in 3 steps
- Find a station – search by name, or browse by genre, nation, region or city.
- Press play – the live stream starts in seconds on the station page.
- Keep exploring – the radio keeps playing while you look for your next favourite.
Frequently asked questions
How can I listen to UK radio online for free?
Pick any station on UK Radio Stations and press play – the live stream starts in seconds in your browser. All 3,564 UK internet radio stations are free, with no app to download and no account to create.
What is internet radio?
Internet radio (also called online radio or web radio) is a live radio station streamed over the internet instead of – or as well as – FM, AM or DAB. You can listen on any phone, computer, tablet or smart speaker, from anywhere in the world.
Do I need an app to listen to online radio?
No. UK Radio Stations works as an online radio player in any modern browser. Add it to your home screen for one-tap access – it behaves like an app without taking up space.
What are the most popular radio stations in the UK?
The UK’s most listened-to stations include LBC, talkRADIO, Heart North Devon, BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 5 live, Capital London, Heart UK, BBC Radio 1. The ranking on this page is updated from real listening data.
Can I listen to British radio stations from abroad?
Yes – most British radio stations stream worldwide, so expats and travellers can keep listening to home. A small number of programmes, mainly live sport, can be limited outside the UK because of broadcast rights.
Is online radio better than DAB or FM?
Online radio gives you every UK station – plus internet-only stations – wherever you are, with no aerial and no signal black spots. DAB offers more stations than FM on a radio set, while FM and AM remain the simplest option in the car. See the comparison table above.
How much data does streaming radio use?
A typical 128 kbps radio stream uses about 55–60 MB per hour; lower-bitrate AAC streams use around 30 MB per hour. On Wi-Fi it costs nothing extra.
How do I find local radio stations near me?
Browse by nation (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland), by one of the 12 UK regions, or by your town or city. Each place page lists its BBC local, commercial and community stations.
Why is a station not playing?
Stations are checked automatically; any that are temporarily off air are marked so you can pick another. If a station is on air but won’t start, try again in a moment or switch to another browser.