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BBC Radio nan Gàidheal at a glance
About BBC Radio nan Gàidheal
BBC Radio nan Gàidheal is the BBC's Scottish Gaelic radio station, broadcasting news, music, culture and conversation in Gaelic to listeners across Scotland and around the world. It plays a vital role in supporting the Gaelic language and celebrating the culture of the Highlands and Islands. On this page you can listen to BBC Radio nan Gàidheal live online for free.
Gaelic radio since 1985
BBC Radio nan Gàidheal was formed on 1 October 1985, when two separate Gaelic radio services were united into a single station. Its headquarters is on Seaforth Road in Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis, at the heart of one of Scotland's strongest Gaelic-speaking communities, with teams in Inverness, Glasgow and other parts of Scotland. For many Gaelic speakers it is the soundtrack of daily life, and for learners it is an invaluable way to hear the language spoken naturally every day.
What you will hear
Radio nan Gàidheal broadcasts news and current affairs in Gaelic, covering the Highlands and Islands, Scotland and the wider world. Music is a huge part of the station, with traditional Gaelic song, ceilidh music, pipes, fiddle and accordion, Gaelic rock and new artists from the vibrant traditional music scene. Programmes also cover shinty, culture, history, religion and community life, and the station brings coverage of major events such as the Royal National Mòd. Some programmes are designed to help learners, making it a welcoming station for anyone interested in Gaelic.
How to listen to BBC Radio nan Gàidheal
BBC Radio nan Gàidheal broadcasts on FM between 103.5 and 105 MHz across much of Scotland, and is also available on DAB digital radio, digital TV, smart speakers and BBC Sounds. The easiest way is to press play above, and the live stream starts straight away on your phone, tablet or computer. If you enjoy Scottish radio, you may also like BBC Radio Scotland, MFR - Moray Firth Radio and BBC Radio Cymru, all available on our site.
For news, music and culture in the Gaelic language, BBC Radio nan Gàidheal is the national voice of Gaelic Scotland.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to BBC Radio nan Gàidheal 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 Radio nan Gàidheal 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.
Frequently asked questions
BBC Radio nan Gàidheal broadcasts in Scottish Gaelic.
BBC Radio nan Gàidheal was formed on 1 October 1985.
Its headquarters is on Seaforth Road in Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis.
Press play at the top of this page to listen live for free. It is also on FM between 103.5 and 105 MHz, DAB and BBC Sounds.
Yes. You can listen to BBC Radio nan Gàidheal live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. BBC Radio nan Gàidheal 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 Radio nan Gàidheal 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 station meanwhile. UK Radio Stations checks every stream automatically.