• SCHEDULE
  • ON DEMAND
    • Categories
    • Latest
    • Podcasts

Cambridge Radio

Radio and Podcasts for Cambridge and South Cambs

Cambridge Music Mix
On-air until 07:00
Next: Cambridge Breakfast with Linda Ness
LISTEN NOW
  • Home
  • On Air
    • How to Listen
    • Shows
    • Schedule
    • On Demand
    • Music
  • Podcasts
    • Cambridge Breakfast
    • Cambridge Film Show
    • Cambs Politics
    • Flavour
    • From the Terraces
    • New Music Generator
    • Women Making Waves
    • Women’s Sports Mix
  • Community
    • Whats On
    • Charities
  • About
    • Find Us
    • Contact
    • Press Releases
    • Get Involved!
    • Logos & Pictures
    • Listener Complaints Policy
    • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Advertise
    • Advertiser Directory
    • Commercial Production
You are here: Home / Station News / September Update

September Update

Dear All,

it has been sometime since our last update but our silence is certainly not an indication of inactivity, be assured we’ve been concentrating our efforts and resources in the most productive manner possible.

The License

To bring everyone up to date, earlier this year we applied to OFCOM for the transfer of the existing Cambridge community license held by 209radio. We received confirmation on July 20th that our application had been successful and, because this was a transfer rather than a new license, we would have to start broadcasting immediately. This we achieved and we have been broadcasting our programming on 105 FM since that date.

Premises

Since that time our primary focus has been to lay sturdy foundations to ensure that Cambridge105 has a long-term, sustainable future. Premises has been a driving issue. We already had a verbal agreement in place prior to obtaining the license. However, we were unable to agree realistic terms and, having now obtained a license, we were forced to start the search for premises again – whilst maintaining programming output – many organisations would have floundered at this point. Our requirements were many, it had to be centrally located, have good access, be of a sufficient size, have long-term viability and be of low cost. Unfortunately, many of the requirements are mutually exclusive and the search took sometime, with many positive prospects turning to negatives along the way.

However, we are pleased to announce that we have agreed lease terms on a property and hope to take possession in the next few days once the landlord has addressed the issues raised in the mutually agreed snagging list. We’re all very excited at finally obtaining premises, they are ideal for purpose, centrally located, with a landlord who is committed to the concept of community radio and, most importantly, they place minimal strain on the organisation’s finances.

The space is very much a “blank canvas”, it’s up to us all to decide how best to utilise the space, source the necessary materials and fit it out to best meet our needs (and budget). This is a great opportunity to literally build our community radio station from the ground up (OK, there is a floor, walls and a ceiling but you get the idea!).

Programming

We’ve also been putting together the necessary resources to create viable daytime programming output. This includes volunteers to define output & imaging, produce & present programming, sell & produce advertising, etc. This has been a tall task to achieve in a matter of weeks but we have made good inroads, which will now accelerate in parallel with the construction of the studio. We already posses all the necessary equipment for the studio, and plans to improve the signal on 105 FM are well in hand. All this has been achieved, by a handful of people, in a very small time – most stations have (and take) two years from license issue to going on air.

What next?

In the next week we should obtain possession of the premises (solicitors and workman allowing), so please expect a follow-up email announcing some open days. Please do try to come along, see the space before it’s developed, be inspired and volunteer!

In the meantime, check out the website for the latest schedule – http://cambridge105.co.uk – and please do email us with your feedback, thoughts and ideas, offers of help, etc.

We’ve laid the foundations to create a great future for community radio in Cambridge. The next chapter is down to you….

Axel, Cath, Pete, Steve & Tony.

  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)

Posted: 19 September 2010 | Last Updated 21 March 2011

You May Also Like

Securing the future of Community Radio

Cambridge Radio is the Community broadcaster for Cambridge and South Cambs.

Our brief is to give a voice to those sometimes excluded from traditional media. And the presenters you hear on air are all volunteers themselves who give up their time for free. We do it because we believe our perspective matters – because it might well be your perspective, too.

If everyone who listens to our shows, our podcasts, the businesses we feature, helps to pay for it, our future would be much more secure.

You can support Cambridge Radio by giving monthly or by making a one-off contribution.

Click Here to Donate with Local Giving

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Get Involved

01223 967105

07919 070490

Email Us

@cambridgeradiouk

Support Cambridge Radio

Listen Back

New Music Generator: Nick Mobin plays live

Live from Music in the Parks at Jesus Green

Cambridge Open Studios

Women Making Waves Dr Lee David and Tess Howard MBE

NMG Saturday 19/07/2025

Polish Waves with guest Dr Malgorzata Trzeciak-Cygan

Useful Links

  • Contact Us
  • Advertise with Us
  • Get Involved!
  • Competition Terms and Conditions
  • How to Listen
  • FAQ

Follow Cambridge Radio

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Volunteer

Cambridge Radio needs its team of volunteers to keep it running. Everything from finances to programming is managed by people who willingly give up their time to do something they enjoy – being involved in community radio [More Details…]

Find Us

Cambridge Radio
Unit 9A Gwydir Enterprise Centre,
23-25 Gwydir Street,
Cambridge,
CB1 2LG

Tel: 01223 967105
Email Us

Copyright © 2025 · Cambridge 105 FM Radio Ltd · Credits · Cambridge Radio is not responsible for the content of external websites