Now Playing
When Love Takes Over
David Guetta And Kelly Rowland
On Air Now
Bolt Daytimes
16:00 - 19:00

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

Latest news

imported-skynews-paddy-young-al-nash_7197699.jpg

Meet the cast of SNL UK

"We as a country, we're not used to watching live stuff any more," says Celeste Dring, comedian and one eleventh of the new Saturday Night Live cast.

Weather

Meet the team

luke.png

Luke Fitzpatrick

uke Fitzpatrick is live with you every Sunday night—keeping the weekend going with great music, shoutouts, good vibes, and local chat

ChatGPT Image Feb 11, 2026, 01_37_43 AM.png

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.

ChatGPT Image Feb 11, 2026, 12_28_36 AM.png

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.

ChatGPT Image Feb 11, 2026, 12_36_46 AM.png

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.

apps.png

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.


🚀 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.