BBC Radio Lancashire
“The sound of Lancashire and all the music you love”
How to listen to BBC Radio Lancashire
About BBC Radio Lancashire
BBC Radio Lancashire is the BBC's local radio station for Lancashire. It broadcasts on 95.5 FM, 103.9 FM and 104.5 FM from 3 FM transmitters, and on DAB in 1 local area.
Its strongest transmitter is Lancaster (104.5 FM, 2.1 kW), serving Lancashire.
Of the towns in our guide, it should have a good signal in Blackpool, Bolton, Manchester, Preston, Rochdale, St Helens and 9 other towns and fringe reception in Liverpool, Stockport, Warrington and 13 other towns.
RAJAR's Q2 2026 survey puts BBC Radio Lancashire's weekly audience at 177,000 listeners, a 7.0% share of radio listening in its area.
BBC Radio Lancashire frequencies
The strongest transmitters are listed below. BBC Radio Lancashire has 3 FM/AM transmitters in total – see every frequency by area.
| Area | Frequency | Transmitter | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 104.5 FM | Lancaster | 2.1 kW |
| Lancashire | 103.9 FM | Winter Hill | 1.8 kW |
| Burnley | 95.5 FM | Hameldon Hill | 1.6 kW |
DAB digital radio
| Multiplex | Block | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 12A | Lancashire |
Source: Ofcom technical parameters, 15 September 2026.