Jorvik Radio

Jorvik Radio is a community radio station^[1] based in the city of York, in North Yorkshire. The studios are located in Burnholme, York.^[2] It takes its name from Jorvik, the historical Viking name for York.

Jorvik Radio

York
Frequency	94.8 MHz
RDS	Jorvik
Programming
Format	Hot AC
Ownership
Owner	Jorvik Radio Ltd
History
First air date	4 November 2019 (2019-11-04)
Technical information
Power	100 watts
Links
Website	jorvikradio.com

The station launched at 07:00 on 4 November 2019;^[3] the first song played on air was Shed Seven's 'Disco Down'.^{[citation needed]}

Programming

As a community radio service, Jorvik Radio originates all of its own programming.^[4]

According to the station's "Key Commitments" statement, it is required to broadcast information that covers community sports, the arts, commerce, current affairs, diversity, and faith.^[5]

Transmission

The station broadcasts via FM on a frequency of 94.8 MHz with an ERP of 100 watts,^[6] and online.^[7] Its transmitter site is located on a residential building to the west of the city centre.^[8]

References

1. "Ofcom | Community Radio Stations". static.ofcom.org.uk. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
2. "Jorvik Radio Contact Us". jorvikradio.com. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
3. Smith, Graeme (2 October 2019). "Jorvik Radio to Launch on 4 November". York Calling. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
4. "Going live in weeks – York's new radio station reveals start date and frequency". YorkMix. 2 October 2019. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
5. "Jorvik Radio - Key Commitments" (PDF). Ofcom. 4 November 2019.
6. "Technical parameters for broadcast radio transmitters". Ofcom. 5 August 2021. Retrieved 30 August 2021.
7. "Jorvik Radio | The Soundtrack to Your Day | 94.8FM, Online, App & Smart Speakers". Jorvik Radio. Retrieved 4 May 2023.
8. "mb21 - The Transmission Gallery". tx.mb21.co.uk. Retrieved 30 August 2021.

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