Welcome to Bolt Radio
The Biggest Hits By The Biggest Artists
Bolt Radio is your home for non-stop chart hits, big anthems, and feel-good music, serving North Lancashire and South Cumbria. From today’s biggest chart stars to the songs everyone loves, we bring you a soundtrack for your day – 24 hours a day.
Whether you’re listening at home, at work, in the car, or on the move, Bolt Radio keeps you connected with great music, great presenters, and great local vibes.
Listen Live – Anytime, Anywhere
Take Bolt Radio with you wherever you go.
Listen online, via our mobile apps, or simply ask your smart speaker:
“Alexa, play Bolt Radio UK.”
Our Shows & Presenters
Bolt Radio is powered by a passionate team of presenters who love what they do. From breakfast and daytime favourites to evening and weekend specialist shows, there’s always something to enjoy.
- Breakfast Shows
- Afternoons & Drive Time
- Dance, Chillout & Specialist Music
- Weekend Favourites
Discover the voices behind the station and find your new favourite show.
Currently On Air
Listen LiveThough your workday With Mark Dodson
Through Your Workday with Mark Dodson is your perfect soundtrack to power you through the day on Bolt Radio. From late morning into the afternoon, Mark delivers a feel-good mix of today’s biggest hits, classic favourites, and great tunes to keep your energy high and your mood lifted.
Latest news
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Prince William asked to raise case of detained Manchester man during visit to Saudi Arabia
The Prince of Wales has been asked to raise the case of a Manchester man detained in Saudi Arabia during his first official trip to the country.
Drinking tea or coffee may reduce risk of dementia, study suggests
Drinking tea or coffee may help preserve brain function and reduce dementia risk, a large US study has suggested.
It won't stop raining - here's why
Rainfall records have been broken across Britain as a phenomenon called a "blocking pattern" is causing the wet weather to linger.
Weather
Meet the team
Liam Kennedy
The Bolt Radio Breakfast Show with Liam Kennedy is the ultimate way to start your day on Bolt Radio. Wake up to the biggest hits, feel-good favourites, and upbeat anthems to get you moving, plus fun features, great vibes, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Mark Thomas
Mark Thomas is a highly experienced radio presenter with over 20 years behind the microphone, bringing passion, personality, and a deep love of music to every show.
Dave Ellwood
Dave Ellwood is the voice of Saturday Afternoons on Bolt Radio, bringing you a feel-good soundtrack packed with great tunes and good vibes to kick off your weekend. With a passion for music and entertaining radio, Dave delivers a lively mix of hits, classics, and weekend favourites, keeping you company every Saturday with the perfect soundtrack for your afternoon.
Gary King
Totally 80s & Totally 90s are now two of the longest running syndicated radio shows in the world and each week we bring you latest news on the biggest stars from two incredible decades.
The Music We Play
We focus on the biggest hits and the biggest artists – past and present.
Expect a mix of:
- Current Chart Hits
- Pop & Dance Anthems
- Feel-Good Classics
- Throwback Favourites
If it’s a big song, you’ll hear it on Bolt Radio
Advertise With Bolt Radio
Looking to promote your business? Bolt Radio offers affordable, effective advertising packages to help you reach local customers.
From on-air adverts and sponsorships to digital and social media promotion, we’ll create a campaign that works for you.
Email: advertise@boltradio.co.uk
🚀 Join the Bolt Radio Team
Love radio? Love music? We’re always looking for new talent.
Whether you want to present, produce, help with marketing, or support behind the scenes, Bolt Radio could be the place for you to start or grow your radio journey.
Apply today and be part of something exciting.
💬 Get In Touch
Got a shout-out, song request, or message for a presenter?
Want to advertise or get involved?
We’d love to hear from you.
