BBC Three Counties Radio - Live

BBC Three Counties Radio is the BBC’s local radio station serving Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. Launched on 24 June 1985 as BBC Radio Bedfordshire, the station was rebranded on 5 April 1993 to its current name to reflect its broader coverage across the three counties. Broadcasting from its studios at Grove Park in Dunstable, the station provides a mix of local news, talk, music, and sports programming.

The station’s programming includes local news updates, interviews, and discussions on topics relevant to the communities in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Buckinghamshire. It also features a variety of music genres, catering to diverse tastes within the region. Sports coverage includes local football, rugby, and other regional events, providing comprehensive commentary and analysis.

BBC Three Counties Radio broadcasts on FM, DAB, digital TV, and online via BBC Sounds. The station has a weekly audience of 125,000 listeners and a 5.8% share as of December 2023. Notable current presenters include Andy Collins, who has hosted the weekday breakfast show since June 2016. Past presenters have included Nana Akua, Jon Gaunt, Tony Hadley, Iain Lee, Gordon Astley, Nick Lawrence, John Radford, and Stephen Rhodes.