About

Bolt Radio – The Biggest Hits by the Biggest Artists

Bolt Radio is a not-for-profit online radio station proudly serving North Lancashire & South Cumbria, bringing you a powerful mix of today’s biggest chart hits, modern favourites, and well-loved classics. You can listen to Bolt Radio online, via the Bolt Radio UK smartphone app, and by asking your smart speaker to “Play Bolt Radio UK.” Wherever you are – at home, at work, or on the move – Bolt Radio is here to keep you connected to great music and great radio, 24 hours a day.

We are a passionate team of dedicated radio professionals and volunteers who love what we do and care deeply about delivering high-quality, entertaining, and reliable radio. Our presenters are friendly, knowledgeable, and full of personality, providing a wide range of shows including breakfast, daytime, drive time, specialist music programmes, chart shows, dance and chillout sessions, and weekend features. We carefully curate our music to ensure every hour sounds fresh, upbeat, and enjoyable, while keeping advertising to a sensible minimum so you hear more music and fewer interruptions.

Bolt Radio is proudly supported by local businesses who advertise and sponsor shows with us, helping us grow while also strengthening the communities we serve. We aim to broadcast 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, offering a reliable soundtrack to everyday life across North Lancashire & South Cumbria. If you’re a local business looking to reach new customers, or if you’re interested in getting involved as a presenter or volunteer, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact our advertising team at advertise@boltradio.co.uk.