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| area = [[Cirencester]], the [[Cotswolds]] |
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| frequency = 87.7 MHz FM |
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| format = Community news, interests and music for the Cotswolds |
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| frequency = Online and via smart devices |
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'''Corinium Radio''' is |
'''Corinium Radio''' is an online [[Community radio in the United Kingdom|community radio]] station in [[Cirencester]], [[Gloucestershire]]. Launched in 2006, it first broadcast on a two-day [[Restricted Service Licence]], becoming a full-time Internet-broadcasting community radio station in October 2014.<ref>A Year Online - https://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2015/10/a-year-online/ (retrieved 13/12/19)</ref> |
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Entirely volunteer-run, Corinium Radio provides round-the-clock community news, information and music covering a range of different genres. |
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==Background== |
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| ⚫ | Corinium Radio was originally commissioned by the Gloucestershire County Arts Advisory Group to promote and develop community media |
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==History== |
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| ⚫ | Corinium Radio was originally commissioned by the Gloucestershire County Arts Advisory Group to promote and develop community media.<ref>Background - https://web.archive.org/web/20100227080618/http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/content/background/ (retrieved 13/12/19)</ref> With the help of [[Forest of Dean Radio]] the station developed, and it broadcast in May 2006 for the first time.<ref>Background - https://web.archive.org/web/20100227080618/http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/content/background/ (retrieved 20/03/2010)</ref> |
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In 2016, Corinium Radio was presented with the Creative Champion award by Cirencester Chamber of Commerce.<ref>Cirencester artist unveils painting to be auctioned off to raise funds for Corinium Radio - https://www.wiltsglosstandard.co.uk/news/14723721.cirencester-artist-unveils-painting-to-be-auctioned-off-to-raise-funds-for-corinium-radio/ (retrieved 13/12/19)</ref> In 2017, the station was voted the Best Community Radio Station in the Cotswolds.<ref>Cirencester radio station Corinium Radio is the Best Community Radio Station in the Cotswolds - https://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2017/11/cirencester-radio-station-corinium-radio-is-the-best-community-radio-station-in-the-cotswolds/ (retrieved 13/12/2019)</ref> In 2019, it was one of five stations shortlisted for Digital or RSL Station of the Year in the UK's [[Community Radio Awards]].<ref>[[Community Radio Awards]] 2019 – Shortlist - https://communityradioawards.org.uk/community-radio-awards-2019-shortlist/ (retrieved 13/12/19)</ref> |
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==Structure== |
==Structure== |
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Corinium Radio's programming features music, talk, news and information, with shows spanning a variety of different interests and topics chosen by programme-makers. The station also has an outside broadcast team that provides live and recorded coverage of local events, such as music festivals and Advent or Christmas celebrations. |
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Corinium Radio is now running as a 'not-for-profit organisation' and all members of the team are volunteers who give up their free time every few weeks to attend planning and programming meetings and broadcasts. The organisation of the station is run by two teams - the planning group and the programming group, although numbers are short and many people are on both teams. The planning group are a group of 12 people who meet regularly and the planning group are responsible for licence applications, technical issues, fundraising and maintaining the website. The programming group is open to all members of the public and is the group where scheduling is discussed.<ref>Structure - http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/content/about-us/</ref> |
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Through the Corinium Radio Collective, the station works closely with local schools and colleges, offering work experience to students who are interested in a career in the media, as well as with the business and community sectors, enabling them to broaden their reach through the creation of and support for specific programmes. |
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The station operates as a not-for-profit organisation, with all members of the team participating as volunteers. Its organisational structure consists of directors, a management team and open forum meetings allowing for input from all volunteers. |
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==Trivia== |
==Trivia== |
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In Corinium Radio's |
In Corinium Radio's fifth broadcast, poet [[Pam Ayres]] was interviewed on the station.<ref>Corinium Radio Rocks the Airwaves - http://www.wiltsglosstandard.co.uk/news/cotswolds/2346886.Corinium_Radio_rocks_the_airwaves (retrieved 20/03/10)</ref> |
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In August 2009, Corinium Radio was featured as part of a Community Radio Showcase programme on [[BBC Radio Gloucestershire]].<ref>A Showcase of Gloucestershire Community Radio - http://www.fred-hart.co.uk/content/2009/08/28/a-showcase-of-gloucestershire-community-radio (retrieved 20/03/10) |
In August 2009, Corinium Radio was featured as part of a Community Radio Showcase programme on [[BBC Radio Gloucestershire]].<ref>A Showcase of Gloucestershire Community Radio - http://www.fred-hart.co.uk/content/2009/08/28/a-showcase-of-gloucestershire-community-radio (retrieved 20/03/10)</ref> Then-chair of Corinium Radio Liz Young was interviewed and a clip from the station's breakfast show was broadcast. |
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In November 2009, the station management said that |
In November 2009, the station management said that their winter broadcast was heard by 10% of the local population, around the same as the local BBC station.<ref>Best Ever Broadcast for Corinium Radio - http://www.wiltsglosstandard.co.uk/news/4770407._Best_ever__broadcast_for_Corinium_Radio/ (retrieved 20/03/10)</ref> |
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In 2018, Corinium Radio produced a video-short of how the community came together to create the biggest human poppy.<ref>The Creation of the Human Poppy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrFZrFyXkg (retrieved 13/12/19)</ref> |
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In 2019, the station broadcast an interview with former [[Strictly Come Dancing]] professional dancer [[Chloe Hewitt]].<ref>Podcast Live with Kate (22/02/19) - http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2019/02/podcast-live-with-kate-22-02-19/ (retrieved 13/12/19)</ref> Later that year, TV doctor [[Dr Dawn Harper]] participated in an interview for broadcast on air.<ref>Lady She and Friends (16/10/19) - https://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2019/10/lady-she-and-friends-16-10-19/ (retrieved 13/12/19)</ref> At the end of the year, members of the station interviewed TV presenter [[Ellie Harrison (journalist)|Ellie Harrison]].<ref>Cirencester Live: Advent Festival 2019 (Part 3) - http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2019/12/cirencester-live-advent-festival-2019-part-3/ (retrieved 13/12/19)</ref> |
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*[http://www.wiltsglosstandard.co.uk/news/cotswolds/2346886.Corinium_Radio_rocks_the_airwaves/ Corinium Radio Rocks the Airwaves] |
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*[http://www.wiltsglosstandard.co.uk/news/4770407._Best_ever__broadcast_for_Corinium_Radio/ Best Ever Broadcast for Corinium Radio] |
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==References== |
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[[Category:Radio stations established in 2006]] |
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[[Category:Media in Gloucestershire]] |
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Latest revision as of 18:14, 7 October 2024
| Broadcast area | Cirencester, the Cotswolds |
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| Frequency | Online and via smart devices |
| Programming | |
| Format | Community news, interests and music for the Cotswolds |
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| Owner | Independent, not-for-profit constituted group |
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| Website | www.coriniumradio.co.uk |
Corinium Radio is an online community radio station in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. Launched in 2006, it first broadcast on a two-day Restricted Service Licence, becoming a full-time Internet-broadcasting community radio station in October 2014.[1]
Entirely volunteer-run, Corinium Radio provides round-the-clock community news, information and music covering a range of different genres.
History
[edit]Corinium Radio was originally commissioned by the Gloucestershire County Arts Advisory Group to promote and develop community media.[2] With the help of Forest of Dean Radio the station developed, and it broadcast in May 2006 for the first time.[3]
In 2016, Corinium Radio was presented with the Creative Champion award by Cirencester Chamber of Commerce.[4] In 2017, the station was voted the Best Community Radio Station in the Cotswolds.[5] In 2019, it was one of five stations shortlisted for Digital or RSL Station of the Year in the UK's Community Radio Awards.[6]
Structure
[edit]Corinium Radio's programming features music, talk, news and information, with shows spanning a variety of different interests and topics chosen by programme-makers. The station also has an outside broadcast team that provides live and recorded coverage of local events, such as music festivals and Advent or Christmas celebrations.
Through the Corinium Radio Collective, the station works closely with local schools and colleges, offering work experience to students who are interested in a career in the media, as well as with the business and community sectors, enabling them to broaden their reach through the creation of and support for specific programmes.
The station operates as a not-for-profit organisation, with all members of the team participating as volunteers. Its organisational structure consists of directors, a management team and open forum meetings allowing for input from all volunteers.
Trivia
[edit]In Corinium Radio's fifth broadcast, poet Pam Ayres was interviewed on the station.[7]
In August 2009, Corinium Radio was featured as part of a Community Radio Showcase programme on BBC Radio Gloucestershire.[8] Then-chair of Corinium Radio Liz Young was interviewed and a clip from the station's breakfast show was broadcast.
In November 2009, the station management said that their winter broadcast was heard by 10% of the local population, around the same as the local BBC station.[9]
In 2018, Corinium Radio produced a video-short of how the community came together to create the biggest human poppy.[10]
In 2019, the station broadcast an interview with former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Chloe Hewitt.[11] Later that year, TV doctor Dr Dawn Harper participated in an interview for broadcast on air.[12] At the end of the year, members of the station interviewed TV presenter Ellie Harrison.[13]
References
[edit]- ^ A Year Online - https://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2015/10/a-year-online/ (retrieved 13/12/19)
- ^ Background - https://web.archive.org/web/20100227080618/http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/content/background/ (retrieved 13/12/19)
- ^ Background - https://web.archive.org/web/20100227080618/http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/content/background/ (retrieved 20/03/2010)
- ^ Cirencester artist unveils painting to be auctioned off to raise funds for Corinium Radio - https://www.wiltsglosstandard.co.uk/news/14723721.cirencester-artist-unveils-painting-to-be-auctioned-off-to-raise-funds-for-corinium-radio/ (retrieved 13/12/19)
- ^ Cirencester radio station Corinium Radio is the Best Community Radio Station in the Cotswolds - https://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2017/11/cirencester-radio-station-corinium-radio-is-the-best-community-radio-station-in-the-cotswolds/ (retrieved 13/12/2019)
- ^ Community Radio Awards 2019 – Shortlist - https://communityradioawards.org.uk/community-radio-awards-2019-shortlist/ (retrieved 13/12/19)
- ^ Corinium Radio Rocks the Airwaves - http://www.wiltsglosstandard.co.uk/news/cotswolds/2346886.Corinium_Radio_rocks_the_airwaves (retrieved 20/03/10)
- ^ A Showcase of Gloucestershire Community Radio - http://www.fred-hart.co.uk/content/2009/08/28/a-showcase-of-gloucestershire-community-radio (retrieved 20/03/10)
- ^ Best Ever Broadcast for Corinium Radio - http://www.wiltsglosstandard.co.uk/news/4770407._Best_ever__broadcast_for_Corinium_Radio/ (retrieved 20/03/10)
- ^ The Creation of the Human Poppy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzrFZrFyXkg (retrieved 13/12/19)
- ^ Podcast Live with Kate (22/02/19) - http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2019/02/podcast-live-with-kate-22-02-19/ (retrieved 13/12/19)
- ^ Lady She and Friends (16/10/19) - https://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2019/10/lady-she-and-friends-16-10-19/ (retrieved 13/12/19)
- ^ Cirencester Live: Advent Festival 2019 (Part 3) - http://www.coriniumradio.co.uk/blog/2019/12/cirencester-live-advent-festival-2019-part-3/ (retrieved 13/12/19)