Jorvik Radio

Jorvik Radio

York
Frequency	94.8MHz
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

Jorvik Radio is a independent 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.

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] DAB+ 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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