Listen to BBC Radio 3 online
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What is BBC Radio 3?
BBC Radio 3 is the BBC's station for classical music, jazz, world music, live concerts, opera, arts and ideas. It is the home of the BBC Proms and the BBC's orchestras.
Weekdays begin with Radio 3 Breakfast at 6:30am, followed by Essential Classics. In the afternoon come Composer of the Week and In Tune, and in the evening Radio 3 in Concert.
BBC Radio 3 schedule and shows
| Show | When |
|---|---|
| Radio 3 Breakfast | Mon–Fri, 6:30–9:30am; Sat–Sun, 6:30–9am |
| Essential Classics | Mon–Fri, 9:30am–1pm |
| Classical Live | Mon–Fri, 1–3pm (some days to 4pm) |
| Composer of the Week | Mon–Fri, 4–5pm |
| In Tune | Mon–Fri, 5–7pm |
| Radio 3 in Concert | Mon–Thu, 7:30pm |
| Record Review | Sat, 2–4pm |
| Private Passions | Sun, 12–1:30pm |
Updated in October 2026. Times and presenters may change; UK time.
BBC Radio 3 frequency: FM and DAB
| Area | Frequency |
|---|---|
| London (Wrotham) | 91.3 FM |
| Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) | 90.5 FM |
| Manchester / Yorkshire (Holme Moss) | 91.5 FM |
| Glasgow / Central Scotland (Black Hill) | 92.1 FM |
| Cardiff (Wenvoe) | 92.1 FM |
| Belfast (Divis) | 92.3 FM |
You can also listen to BBC Radio 3 on DAB digital radio (BBC National DAB (12B)).
How to listen to BBC Radio 3 online
One click on the player and the broadcast starts. Listening is free; away from wifi the stream uses a little mobile data.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of music does Radio 3 play?
Mostly classical music, plus jazz, world music, opera and live concerts.
What is the Radio 3 FM frequency?
Radio 3 is on 90–93 FM across the UK, for example 91.3 FM in London.
Contact BBC Radio 3
- Text: 83111
- Email: 3breakfast@bbc.co.uk
- Address: BBC Radio 3, Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London W1A 1AA
- Website: bbc.co.uk
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