CHRISTMAS EVE
12am - 2am
Sound of the Synth
Mike Boom and Sonic Simon
Join us on a mesmerizing voyage through the sonic landscapes of the past half-century of electronic music. Sounds of the Synth meticulously selects and presents the most exceptional electronic sounds, offering you an immersive and unforgettable auditory experience. From the pioneering days to the contemporary marvels, our show delves deep into the evolution of electronic music, ensuring you hear the absolute best of this genre's rich history.
2am - 4am
Automations
Simon Farrell
Take a trip into the depths of music that you've never experienced before.
4am - 7am
Non-stop Music
Your favourite songs, your favourite artists from the last sixty years taking you through to the Bolton FM breakfast show.
7am - 10am
Weekend Breakfast
Andy Haslam
The perfect way to start your day.Local news on the half hour.The best in music mixed with local events happening across Bolton. Get the day off to a fine start with Andy Haslam.
10am - 11am
Break a Leg
Ian Cheeseman
All of Greater Manchester's a stage. Ian finds out about the theatre scene and plays music from the shows.
11am - 12pm
Prayers for Bolton
Sue Snowden
Prayers for Bolton, our weekly act of worship, which will be hosted once again by Sue from Harwood Methodist Church. Sue will lead listeners through a selection of worship, hymns, songs, prayers, readings and reflections. It is a chance for you to be able to worship at home, and to raise your voices in praise with others from around the Bolton Family.
4pm - 5pm
'The Night Before Christmas'
Emma Wilkinson
Join Emma for this Christmas Eve Special as she revisits the festive Clement Clarke Moore poem 'The Night Before Christmas'.
6pm - 7pm
The Spirit of Bolton
Sylvia and Tony Bridge
Our weekly look at faith in Bolton and around the world, featuring local contributors and varied music.
7pm - 9pm
Smooth Soul and Jazz
Steve Lucas
Join Steve for a 2 hour Christmas Eve Smooth Soul & Jazz special of 'Old Skool Classics'. The soundtrack to your very own party taking you back to the days of Scamps, Pips and Rockafellas in Bolton town centre circa late 1970's and early 80's. Dancing around your hand bags is optional!
9pm - 11pm
Christmas Eve Beatles Special
Neil Wilkinson
Neil presents a Beatles extravaganza this Christmas Eve - all of the Beatles Singles: A and B Sides (part 1). Join him while he talks about the early to mid 60's period tracks that change not only popular music but culture in general. Fab Fourness indeed!
11pm - 12am
The 70's Show
Neil Wilkinson
This is a repeat of Neil's retrospective on Led Zeppelin's mighty 'Presence' album.
12am - 2am
Sound of the Synth
Mike Boom and Sonic Simon
Join us on a mesmerizing voyage through the sonic landscapes of the past half-century of electronic music. Sounds of the Synth meticulously selects and presents the most exceptional electronic sounds, offering you an immersive and unforgettable auditory experience. From the pioneering days to the contemporary marvels, our show delves deep into the evolution of electronic music, ensuring you hear the absolute best of this genre's rich history.
2am - 4am
Automations
Simon Farrell
Take a trip into the depths of music that you've never experienced before.
4am - 7am
Non-stop Music
Your favourite songs, your favourite artists from the last sixty years taking you through to the Bolton FM breakfast show.
7am - 10am
Weekend Breakfast
Andy Haslam
The perfect way to start your day.Local news on the half hour.The best in music mixed with local events happening across Bolton. Get the day off to a fine start with Andy Haslam.
10am - 11am
Break a Leg
Ian Cheeseman
All of Greater Manchester's a stage. Ian finds out about the theatre scene and plays music from the shows.
11am - 12pm
Prayers for Bolton
Sue Snowden
Prayers for Bolton, our weekly act of worship, which will be hosted once again by Sue from Harwood Methodist Church. Sue will lead listeners through a selection of worship, hymns, songs, prayers, readings and reflections. It is a chance for you to be able to worship at home, and to raise your voices in praise with others from around the Bolton Family.
4pm - 5pm
'The Night Before Christmas'
Emma Wilkinson
Join Emma for this Christmas Eve Special as she revisits the festive Clement Clarke Moore poem 'The Night Before Christmas'.
6pm - 7pm
The Spirit of Bolton
Sylvia and Tony Bridge
Our weekly look at faith in Bolton and around the world, featuring local contributors and varied music.
7pm - 9pm
Smooth Soul and Jazz
Steve Lucas
Join Steve for a 2 hour Christmas Eve Smooth Soul & Jazz special of 'Old Skool Classics'. The soundtrack to your very own party taking you back to the days of Scamps, Pips and Rockafellas in Bolton town centre circa late 1970's and early 80's. Dancing around your hand bags is optional!
9pm - 11pm
Christmas Eve Beatles Special
Neil Wilkinson
Neil presents a Beatles extravaganza this Christmas Eve - all of the Beatles Singles: A and B Sides (part 1). Join him while he talks about the early to mid 60's period tracks that change not only popular music but culture in general. Fab Fourness indeed!
11pm - 12am
The 70's Show
Neil Wilkinson
This is a repeat of Neil's retrospective on Led Zeppelin's mighty 'Presence' album.
