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About BBC Radio Newcastle
BBC Radio Newcastle is the BBC's local radio station for Tyneside, Northumberland, Wearside and County Durham. It brings listeners local news, travel, weather, sport and conversation, with a warm North East personality that has made it one of the best-loved BBC local stations in England. On this page you can listen to BBC Radio Newcastle live online for free.
The voice of the North East
BBC Radio Newcastle went on air at the start of 1971 and has broadcast from Newcastle upon Tyne ever since. Over more than fifty years it has covered the big stories of the region, from the decline of shipbuilding and mining to the regeneration of the quayside and the passion of North East football. It has always been a station with a strong community spirit, giving local people a platform to share their stories and views.
What you will hear
Breakfast and drive-time programmes keep you informed with headlines, travel news for the A1, A19, Tyne crossings and local rail and Metro services, and weather updates. Through the day, phone-ins and interviews explore the issues that matter in Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, Durham, Northumberland and beyond, from health and transport to culture and community life. Football is a huge part of the station's identity, with coverage of Newcastle United, Sunderland and other local clubs, including lively phone-ins after the final whistle. Evenings and weekends feature music and specialist programmes, including shows celebrating North East talent and traditions.
How to listen to BBC Radio Newcastle
BBC Radio Newcastle broadcasts on FM across the North East, and is also available on DAB digital radio, smart speakers and BBC Sounds, where many programmes can be heard on demand. The easiest way is to press play above and listen to Radio Newcastle live straight away on your phone, tablet or computer. Please note that some live football commentaries may be restricted online. If you like local BBC radio, our site lists many more BBC local stations, such as BBC Radio Leeds, BBC Radio Manchester and BBC Humberside.
For news, football and a friendly Geordie welcome, BBC Radio Newcastle is the North East'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 Radio Newcastle 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 Newcastle plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
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Frequently asked questions
Press play at the top of this page to listen to BBC Radio Newcastle live for free. It is also on FM across the North East, DAB and BBC Sounds.
BBC Radio Newcastle went on air at the start of 1971.
Yes. It covers Newcastle United, Sunderland and other North East clubs. Some commentaries may be restricted online.
It covers Tyneside, Northumberland, Wearside and County Durham.
Yes. You can listen to BBC Radio Newcastle live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. BBC Radio Newcastle 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 Newcastle 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 Variety station meanwhile. UK Radio Stations checks every stream automatically.