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About BBC Leicester 104.9
BBC Radio Leicester is the BBC's local radio station for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, broadcasting on 104.9 FM. It holds a special place in British broadcasting history as the very first BBC local radio station, and it remains a trusted source of local news, travel, sport and conversation. On this page you can listen to BBC Radio Leicester live online for free.
Where BBC local radio began
BBC Radio Leicester went on air on 8 November 1967, the first of the BBC's local radio stations in England. Its launch paved the way for the network of BBC local stations that now covers the whole country. Over more than fifty years it has reflected the life of one of Britain's most diverse cities, and it was a pioneer in programming for Leicester's large South Asian community, a tradition that continues today.
What you will hear
Breakfast and drive-time programmes keep you up to date with headlines, travel news for the M1, M69 and local roads, and weather. Daytime phone-ins and interviews cover the issues that matter in Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough and Rutland. Sport is a major part of the schedule, with coverage of Leicester City, Leicester Tigers rugby, Leicestershire cricket and other local teams. The station also broadcasts programmes for the city's Asian communities, with music, news and conversation, and celebrates festivals such as Diwali, for which Leicester's celebrations are among the largest outside India.
How to listen to BBC Radio Leicester
Tune your FM radio to 104.9 to hear BBC Radio Leicester across the area. It is also 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 Radio Leicester live straight away. Please note that some live sports commentaries may be restricted online. If you like local BBC radio, our site also lists nearby stations such as BBC Radio Nottingham, BBC Derby and BBC WM.
For local news, sport and community voices across Leicestershire and Rutland, BBC Radio Leicester remains a proud pioneer.
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How to listen to BBC Leicester 104.9 live
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- 02Wait a moment
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- 03Enjoy
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News
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Frequently asked questions
BBC Radio Leicester broadcasts on 104.9 FM, and is also available on DAB digital radio and BBC Sounds.
Yes. BBC Radio Leicester launched on 8 November 1967 as the BBC's first local radio station.
Yes. Press play at the top of this page to listen to BBC Radio Leicester live for free on any device.
Yes. It covers Leicester City, Leicester Tigers, Leicestershire cricket and other local sport. Some commentaries may be restricted online.
Yes. You can listen to BBC Leicester 104.9 live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. BBC Leicester 104.9 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 Leicester 104.9 here on UK Radio Stations and enjoy the live stream on the road.
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