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About BBC Bristol
BBC Radio Bristol is the BBC's local radio station for Bristol, Bath, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. Broadcasting on 94.9 FM in Bristol, it brings listeners local news, travel, weather, sport and conversation from one of the most creative and diverse cities in Britain. On this page you can listen to BBC Radio Bristol live online for free.
Local radio for Bristol since 1970
BBC Radio Bristol went on air in September 1970, among the early BBC local stations. Over more than fifty years it has told the story of the city and its surroundings, from the docks and aerospace industry to the arts, music and community campaigns that have shaped modern Bristol. It broadcasts from Bristol and is known for lively phone-ins and a close connection with its listeners.
What you will hear
Breakfast and drive-time programmes bring the latest headlines, travel news for the M4, M5, M32 and local roads, rail updates and weather forecasts. Through the day, phone-ins and interviews cover the issues that matter in Bristol and the surrounding area, from housing, transport and the cost of living to culture, the environment and community life. Sport coverage includes Bristol City, Bristol Rovers, Bristol Bears rugby, Bath Rugby and Gloucestershire cricket, and the station regularly features local musicians and events. Evenings and weekends bring music, specialist programmes and conversation.
How to listen to BBC Radio Bristol
Tune your FM radio to 94.9 to hear BBC Radio Bristol in the city, with other frequencies serving surrounding areas. It is also available on DAB digital radio, smart speakers and BBC Sounds, where many programmes can be heard on demand. The quickest way is to press play above and listen to BBC Radio Bristol live straight away on any device. Please note that some live sports commentaries may be restricted online. If you are in the West Country, you may also enjoy Greatest Hits Radio Bristol & The South West and BBC Gloucestershire, both on our site.
For local news, Bristol sport and the voice of the city, BBC Radio Bristol is Bristol's own BBC station.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to BBC Bristol live
In 3 simple steps, with nothing to install.
- 01Press play
Click the "Listen live" button at the top of this page.
- 02Wait a moment
The live stream starts loading within a few seconds.
- 03Enjoy
BBC Bristol plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
News
News and talk stations keep you informed around the clock, with live debate, phone-ins, sport and coverage of the day’s biggest stories.
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Frequently asked questions
BBC Radio Bristol broadcasts on 94.9 FM in Bristol, with other frequencies nearby, plus DAB and BBC Sounds.
BBC Radio Bristol went on air in September 1970.
Yes. Press play at the top of this page to listen to BBC Radio Bristol live for free on any device.
Yes. It covers Bristol City, Bristol Rovers, Bristol Bears, Bath Rugby and Gloucestershire cricket. Some commentaries may be restricted online.
Yes. You can listen to BBC Bristol live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. BBC Bristol plays in your phone’s browser on Android or iPhone — there is no app to install. Just open this page and press play.
Yes. Connect your phone to the car stereo by Bluetooth or cable, open BBC Bristol here on UK Radio Stations and enjoy the live stream on the road.
If the stream does not load, wait a few seconds and press play again — some streams take a moment to connect. You can also refresh the page or try another News, Variety station meanwhile. UK Radio Stations checks every stream automatically.