BBC Radio Foyle

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BBC Radio Foyle is a BBC Northern Ireland local radio station serving the communities of Derry and County Londonderry. Established on 11 September 1979, the station is named after the River Foyle, which flows through the city of Derry. BBC Radio Foyle provides local news, talk, sport, and music programming tailored specifically for listeners in the region.

The station originally broadcast on 792 kHz medium wave until 6 May 2021, when it transitioned to digital platforms to better serve modern listeners. Today, it broadcasts on FM 93.1 MHz, DAB 12D, as well as digital TV and online via BBC Sounds. Its programming schedule includes local shows on weekdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, while evenings and weekends feature selected content from BBC Radio Ulster.

BBC Radio Foyle plays an important role in Northern Ireland’s media landscape by providing timely local news updates, traffic and weather reports, and live coverage of sports events. The station’s mix of music, talk, and cultural programming makes it a central hub for communities in Derry and the surrounding county.

Listeners can tune in to BBC Radio Foyle across multiple platforms, ensuring accessibility whether at home, in the car, or online. Its strong local presence reinforces the BBC’s commitment to regional broadcasting and Welsh- and Irish-language communities.

FM: 93.1 MHz (Derry)
DAB: 12D
Freeview: 712 (Northern Ireland only)
Freesat: 717
Sky: 0135 (Northern Ireland only), 0154 (UK-wide)

Virgin Media: 933

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Tel: +44 2871 375 000 Email: radio.foyle@bbc.co.uk Address: BBC Radio Foyle
Northland Road
Derry
Northern Ireland

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