Community Radio Stations (where to find them)

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Your local area likely has a community radio station, presented by local people who know the area, and often play good music too. We randomly clicked on West Kent Radio, and found Sister Sledge singing a nice ditty. Just search your area with the words ‘community radio’ to find ones near you.

All records were played in full, with no shouty presenter talking over the beginning or end. Just good music after good music – what radio should be!

Wind-up, Solar & Free Radios

If you’re out-and-about, consider investing in a wind-up radio as then you don’t have to worry about batteries. iGadgitz Xtra Wind Up Radio has in-built speakers and can also run on solar power, with USB back-up.

These emergency power radios are American (but are sold in the UK online so presumably work here fine too). They include phone chargers and flashlights, ideal for when you’re out and about and need to listen to the weather forecast, as well as favourite music. One even has a loud siren for emergencies.

British Wireless for the Blind offers radios on free loan to those who need them, including one that stores up to 40 stations and can swiftly navigate between DAB and FM stations.

Simple to use, just switch it on and it will automatically tune in available stations, and adjust the time. Then just store your favourites.