💖 Radio Tyneside: The Heartbeat of Newcastle & Gateshead Hospitals
A Registered Charity Bringing Health, Wellbeing & Community Talk to HTPLAY
Radio Tyneside stands as one of the most trusted and community-driven stations in the North East. Founded in 1951 by Newcastle United fans, it began by delivering football commentary to patients. Today, as a Registered Charity, it broadcasts 24/7 to Newcastle and Gateshead, including hospitals like the RVI and Freeman. Based at the Newcastle University Students’ Union, the station provides vital health, wellbeing, and local information to listeners across the UK.
Primary Focus (Health E-A-T): The station’s core programming features Easy Listening music, designed to ease patient anxiety and provide comfort. Dedicated shows cover health awareness and community services, establishing its place in HTPLAY’s Community Talk section.
Unique Value: Radio Tyneside continues its live football commentary for NUFC and Sunderland AFC matches—an iconic service running since 1951, reaching both hospital bedsides and the wider community.
Music Genre: The playlist focuses on nostalgic tunes and soft hits spanning the past six decades, perfectly suited for our Easy Listening category.
Audio Authority: Registered Charity (Charity Number 500451)
Stream Format: High-Quality MP3 Stream (128 kbps)
Launch Date: October 6, 1951 (Longest-serving station in the region)
Official Website: RadioTyneside.co.uk
Email Contact: info@radiotyneside.co.uk
Q1: Who benefits from Radio Tyneside?
A: Patients at the RVI and Freeman hospitals, as well as the wider Newcastle and Gateshead community via FM (93.6 MHz), DAB, and online streaming.
Q2: Is the station run by professionals?
A: It is entirely volunteer-run and was honored with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service (2018), highlighting its immense community value.
Q3: How does Radio Tyneside fit HTPLAY’s health focus?
A: Featuring Radio Tyneside demonstrates HTPLAY’s commitment to supporting local health and wellbeing initiatives in the North East.
🌟 Conclusion & Editorial Insight
Radio Tyneside exemplifies community broadcasting at its finest. Its long history, charitable status, and dedication to comfort, health, and local engagement make it a trusted voice for Tyneside. Including this station strengthens HTPLAY’s mission to serve the North East community.
Editorial Team: Prepared by the HTPLAY Editorial Team, specialists in North East UK broadcasting and digital media.
Authority Reference: For charitable status and historical info, visit the Radio Tyneside Official Website.
