Welcome to Bay Trust Radio
Bay Trust Radio is your local, award-winning community radio station, broadcasting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from the heart of Kendal. We are proud to serve South Cumbria and North Lancashire with a rich and diverse mix of music, news, interviews, and features focused on health and wellbeing.
What makes Bay Trust Radio truly special is that we are run entirely by a dedicated team of volunteers. From presenters and producers to technical support and admin, our volunteers give their time and talent to create engaging, entertaining, and informative content for listeners of all ages.
Founded with the original purpose of supporting patients and staff in local hospitals, Bay Trust Radio has grown far beyond its hospital roots. Today, we are a station for the whole community – whether you’re relaxing at home, driving to work, walking through the park, or spending time in hospital, we’re right there with you.
Our mission is to inform, uplift, and connect people across the region – and thanks to modern technology, you can take us with you wherever you go. Tune in on your smartphone via our free mobile app, ask your smart speaker to "Play Bay Trust Radio," or listen live online at baytrustradio.org.uk.
No matter where you are, Bay Trust Radio is here for you – your community, your station.
Currently On Air
Thursday Breakfast with John
Wake Up with the Bay Trust Radio Breakfast Show! Start your day with great music and feel-good vibes. Whether you're heading to work or enjoying a slow start, we've got the perfect mix to brighten your morning. Tune in from 7am
Meet the team
Jack Sargent
I serve as one of the station's cover presenters, stepping in to host shows whenever the regular presenters are unavailable due to holidays or other commitments. This role allows me to support the team and ensure a seamless listening experience for our audience.
Dan Rice
I serve as the local reporter for Bay Trust Radio, where I cover news, events, and stories that matter to our community. My role involves seeking out and conducting engaging interviews with individuals, organisations, and businesses in and around the Kendal area, helping to bring local voices and perspectives to our listeners.
Sarah Burrows
I serve as one of the station's cover presenters, stepping in to host shows whenever the regular presenters are unavailable due to holidays or other commitments. This role allows me to support the team and ensure a seamless listening experience for our audience.
Lindsey Notts
Join Lindsey as she keeps you fully up to date with the latest headlines from the world of sport, showbiz, and business. Alongside the news, enjoy a fantastic mix of music and friendly conversation to keep you informed and entertained.
Abbie Douthwaite
Abbie takes you back in time with nothing but the best hits and classic tracks from the 1990s.
Graham Curry
Take a trip down memory lane with Graham Curry as he plays some of the best songs from the 1960s on a Monday and songs from the 70s on a Tuesday
Dave Thomas
After a long day, why not kick off your shoes, unwind and relax with your host Dave Thomas. Three hours of great music, local news, and interesting features only on Bay Trust Radio.”
Gordon Lawson
Join me, Gordon Lawson, every Monday evening from 19:00 as I roll out the red carpet for three hours of unforgettable music from the world of film, television, and musical theatre.
Milly Stokes
I present the Thursday drive time show, fantastic music for your drive home from work, for the school run, or for chilling out at home. Playing great tunes from every decade and every genre, on Thursdays from 4 to 7!
Jodi Lancaster
I present the Wednesday Drive Time show every week from 4pm, bringing you a great mix of music, news, entertainment updates, and everything you need to get through the midweek commute.
Fraser Donaldson
Join me every Monday from 4pm to 7pm for my Drive Time show, bringing you three hours of great music, local updates, and plenty of feel-good vibes to help you unwind after a busy day. Whether you're heading home, still at work, or just tuning in for a pick-me-up, it's the perfect way to ease into your evening.
John Leyshon
Join me for the Friday Afternoon Show between 1pm and 4pm when I'll have a great mix of music to play for you from across the decades. If you'd like a mention on a future Friday, so get in touch and let me know!
David Vyner-Brooks
Join me on Thursday from 1pm until 4pm for a super unserious show with some laughs it is quite the journey I will have some good music.
Sarah Bullough
Need something to occupy your ears on a Tuesday afternoon? Join me, Sarah Bullough, 1pm every Tuesday exploring decades of hits, events in your local area, and Bay Trust Radio's specially selected tune of the week.
Paul Baker
The latest movie news, celebrity news and this week's DVD releases all in one place! Following a commercial radio career of over 35 years.
Craig Robinson and Lindsay McElhone
The Sunday Selection is broadcast live every Sunday at 6pm from our sister station Prince Bishop Hospital Radio based in Bishop Auckland.
Les Gunn
Les Gunn and the team present “Sunday...Late and Live” from 10pm to midnight every Sunday; two hours of chat, laughter, music and a little mayhem.
Richard Smith
Call Me Number One is exactly that – a look at a selection of UK number one songs from two different years in two different decades.
Tony Lloyd
Tony presents a two hour love song show. Relax to some classic hit songs from the 1960s up to present day.
Simon Marshall
Simon is producing and presenting his own 2 hour weekly dance show called Weekend Anthems, playing the best in old skool, throw backs and brand new dance music.
Charlie Anderson
I have the pleasure of presenting the Feel Good Friday show every week from 4pm to 7pm — three hours of great music, uplifting vibes, and the perfect way to kick-start your weekend.
Jon Vernon
Join Jon Vernon on a jazz journey around the world, from 50s big bands to the latest vibes - music to keep you relaxing and maybe even dancing!
Jeff Harold
Jeff brings you great music and conversation for your Sunday afternoon, including a look at venues and the arts in our area.
Richard Aylett
Let Richard Aylett ease you into your week, with a great mix of music to suit the finest tuned ears... with a wealth of radio experience Richard loves nothing more than getting your week off to a great start from rock to love songs he's got them all
Danny Frith
Danny brings the perfect soundtrack to your Saturday night, with the ultimate mix of hits and the Saturday Night Rewind from 9pm.
James Ross
James Ross presents “The Greatest Hits of Music” every week, with a focus on the biggest and best songs from the past few decades.
Keith Wright
I present the happy hour Monday to Friday noon until 1pm and the Friday Night show from 7pm until 10pm
Chris Pitchford
Solid Gold Sounds is a weekly show which showcases Chris Pitchford’s perennial penchant for 70’s and 80’s music and it’s modern contemporarie.
Andy Lloyd
Join Andy Lloyd for a feature packed programme filled with a unique mix of music, news and sport from 9am - Noon
Steven Bate
Music to ease you into the start of your Saturday and Sunday with some of the best music and conversation, as well as looking at the day ahead.
Phil Davies
I have a few shows that I present Drive on Tuesdays from 4pm, 80s on a Wednesday Evening from 10pm and Breakfast on a Friday from 7am
John Williamson
John Williamson – Presenter of Breakfast Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday Morning Live.
John Pye
I’m the presenter of two engaging shows on Bay Trust Radio: the Monday Breakfast Show, waking you up from 7am with great music, local news, and everything you need to start the week right; and the Sunday Lunch Show, live from 12 noon, offering a relaxed mix of feel-good tunes.

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