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Hits Radio Cornwall at a glance
About Hits Radio Cornwall
Hits Radio Cornwall is the hit music station for Cornwall, carrying on the story of Pirate FM, one of the best-loved local stations in the South West. It plays the biggest songs of today and recent years, with local information for the county. On this page you can listen to Hits Radio Cornwall live online for free.
From Pirate FM to Hits Radio
Pirate FM launched in 1992 as Pirate FM 102, with breakfast presenter Roger Day, a former offshore pirate radio DJ, as the first voice on air. For more than thirty years it was Cornwall's commercial station, known for its local presenters, news and competitions. In April 2024, owner Bauer Media Audio UK rebranded Pirate FM as Hits Radio Cornwall, moving it to digital-only broadcasting, while Greatest Hits Radio Cornwall took over the former Pirate FM frequencies. Hits Radio Cornwall is part of the Hits Radio network, available on the Rayo app.
What you will hear
Hits Radio Cornwall plays pop, dance and R&B hits from artists such as Dua Lipa, Ed Sheeran, Calvin Harris, Harry Styles and Raye, along with feel-good favourites from the last couple of decades. Live presenters bring music, entertainment and competitions, and local information keeps listeners in touch with what is happening across Cornwall, from Truro, Newquay and St Austell to Penzance and Bude. The station also supports local children through the Cash for Kids charity.
How to listen to Hits Radio Cornwall
Hits Radio Cornwall is available on DAB digital radio in Cornwall, on smart speakers and on the Rayo app. The easiest way is to press play above, and the Hits Radio Cornwall live stream starts straight away on your phone, tablet or computer. If you live in Cornwall, you may also enjoy BBC Radio Cornwall and BBC Radio Devon, and Hits Radio fans can find Hits Radio Manchester and Hits Radio Liverpool on our site.
For the biggest hits across Cornwall, Hits Radio carries on the Pirate FM tradition.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to Hits Radio Cornwall 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
Hits Radio Cornwall plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
Hits Radio Cornwall schedule
- Neil & Lucy06:00–10:00
- Scott Temple10:00–15:00On now
- Johnny & Holly15:00–19:00
- Ben Moseby19:00–22:00
- The Nightshift22:00–06:00
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Frequently asked questions
The station was Pirate FM, launched in 1992, until it became Hits Radio Cornwall in April 2024.
No. Hits Radio Cornwall is digital-only; the former Pirate FM frequencies now carry Greatest Hits Radio Cornwall.
Press play at the top of this page to listen live for free. It is also on DAB in Cornwall, smart speakers and the Rayo app.
Hits Radio Cornwall is owned by Bauer Media Audio UK.
Yes. You can listen to Hits Radio Cornwall live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. Hits Radio Cornwall 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 Hits Radio Cornwall 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 Adult Contemporary station meanwhile. UK Radio Stations checks every stream automatically.