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About BBC Stoke 104.1
BBC Radio Stoke is the BBC's local radio station for Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and south Cheshire. Broadcasting on 104.1 FM in the Potteries, it brings listeners local news, travel, weather, sport and conversation from Stoke, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stafford, Leek, Stone, Crewe and the surrounding area. On this page you can listen to BBC Radio Stoke live online for free.
Local radio for the Potteries
BBC Radio Stoke went on air in March 1968, among the first wave of BBC local radio stations. Over more than half a century it has told the story of the Potteries, from the world-famous ceramics industry and the mining towns to the area's regeneration and its proud community spirit. It broadcasts from Stoke-on-Trent and is known for its friendly presenters and its close relationship with listeners.
What you will hear
Breakfast and drive-time programmes bring the latest headlines, travel news for the M6, A50, A500 and local roads, and weather updates. Through the day, phone-ins and interviews cover the issues that matter in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire, from health and housing to jobs, transport and community life. Football is a huge part of the station, with coverage of Stoke City and Port Vale, two clubs with passionate followings, along with other local sport. Evenings and weekends bring music, specialist programmes and conversation that reflect the area's character.
How to listen to BBC Radio Stoke
Tune your FM radio to 104.1 to hear BBC Radio Stoke across the Potteries, with other frequencies serving parts of Staffordshire. It is also available on DAB digital radio, smart speakers and BBC Sounds, where many programmes can be heard on demand. The simplest way is to press play above and listen to BBC Radio Stoke live straight away on your phone, tablet or computer. Please note that some live football commentaries may be restricted online. Our site also lists nearby BBC local stations such as BBC Radio Derby, BBC WM and BBC Radio Shropshire.
For local news, Stoke City and Port Vale coverage and the voice of the Potteries, BBC Radio Stoke is the area's own BBC station.
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How to listen to BBC Stoke 104.1 live
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- 01Press play
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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 Stoke broadcasts on 104.1 FM in Stoke-on-Trent, with other frequencies in parts of Staffordshire, plus DAB and BBC Sounds.
Yes. Press play at the top of this page to listen to BBC Radio Stoke live for free on any device.
BBC Radio Stoke went on air in March 1968.
Yes. BBC Radio Stoke covers Stoke City, Port Vale and other local sport. Some commentaries may be restricted online.
Yes. You can listen to BBC Stoke 104.1 live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. BBC Stoke 104.1 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 Stoke 104.1 here on UK Radio Stations and enjoy the live stream on the road.
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