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What is BBC Radio 2?
BBC Radio 2 is the UK's most listened-to radio station, with great music across the decades, entertainment and the nation's favourite presenters. It has been on air since 1967.
Weekdays start with The Sara Cox Breakfast Show from 6:30 to 9:30am, followed by Vernon Kay and Jeremy Vine. At the weekend you can hear Romesh Ranganathan on Saturday and Elaine Paige on Sunday.
BBC Radio 2 schedule and shows
| Show | When |
|---|---|
| The Sara Cox Breakfast Show | Mon–Fri, 6:30–9:30am |
| Vernon Kay | Mon–Fri, 9:30am–12pm |
| Jeremy Vine | Mon–Fri, 12–2pm |
| Trevor Nelson | Mon–Fri, 2–4pm |
| Radio 2 Drivetime | Mon–Fri, 4–7pm |
| Jo Whiley | Mon–Thu, 7–9pm |
| Romesh Ranganathan | Sat, 10am–1pm |
| Elaine Paige on Sunday | Sun, 1–3pm |
Updated in October 2026. Times and presenters may change; UK time.
BBC Radio 2 frequency: FM and DAB
| Area | Frequency |
|---|---|
| London (Wrotham) | 89.1 FM |
| Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) | 88.3 FM |
| Manchester / Yorkshire (Holme Moss) | 89.3 FM |
| Glasgow / Central Scotland (Black Hill) | 89.9 FM |
| Cardiff (Wenvoe) | 89.9 FM |
| Belfast (Divis) | 90.1 FM |
You can also listen to BBC Radio 2 on DAB digital radio (BBC National DAB (12B)).
How to listen to BBC Radio 2 online
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Frequently asked questions
Who presents the Radio 2 breakfast show?
Sara Cox, Monday to Friday from 6:30 to 9:30am.
What is the Radio 2 FM frequency?
Radio 2 is on 88–91 FM across the UK, for example 89.1 FM in London.
Contact BBC Radio 2
- Phone / WhatsApp: 08000 288 291
- Text: 88291
- Email: sara.cox@bbc.co.uk (Breakfast); drivetime@bbc.co.uk (Drivetime)
- Address: BBC Radio 2, Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London W1A 1AA
- Website: bbc.co.uk
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