Enormous thanks to 10Radio presenter Pete Watts, Nick Harvey (In the Mix) and Ben Elkins who through strength and ingenuity managed to replace the old wheelchair ramp. They gave up a long morning and have done a fantastic job. Thanks again for this great work which will keep us all safe when accessing the studio.
It was great to see 20 members and friends of 10Radio gather for a slap up Christmas Mealat the Anchor Inn on Firday 1st December. The food was good, the company fabulous and watching Barry Somers performing charades was unforgettable. And as if that wasn't enough, the Town Crier called in to start off proceedings. Thanks to Julie Elkins for organising it all. A great start to the festive celebrations.
This year’s AGM was very well attended, so much so that it was intimate gathering at the “In the Mix” activity room. but with a very positive atmosphere. We received reports from all the Board of Directors subgroups reflecting the huge amount of work that has taken place on behalf of 10Radio over the past year by a significant number of people. We were sad to have to say a […]
Barry Somers and Julie Elkins went along to Wellington Coop today on behalf of 10Radio. We expressed our ongoing thanks to Helen Blackman and Janine Stedman (Coop Member Pioneers) who work for the Coop Community fund. With funds donated by the Coop, we have been able to support Primary School children to be trained to broadcast their own radio shows.
During Our Earth Week (Monday 20th-Sunday 26th November) community stations from all across the UK are coming together to talk about the climate crisis, and to celebrate life on earth. Throughout the week on 10Radio as many shows as possible will be taking part, and there will be conversations going on all over the country about how the climate crisis is affecting our communities, and what we can do […]
Throughout the 10parishes festival, from 7am-1pm it was Open Studio at 10Radio. Visitors were treated to a studio tour and a chance to see how live radio works. There were special programmes throughout the week including live performances from Hannah Cummings, folk violinist and representatives from some of the local communities covered by 10Radio talking about life in their towns and villages There was also a cuppa and some cake […]
Yes, the Co-op has selected 10Radio to be one of the local community causes that they are supporting this year. In particular, they are helping us to raise funds towards the second round of our school's project whereby we are taking broadcasting equipment and expertise into some of our local primary schools to give some of the children experience in putting together their own radio show. What this means is […]
Many of you will know that our beloved Outside Broadcast lorry, ALICE, is showing signs of her older age. This means we have to consider her future and that how we manage outside broadcasts and support local events in the future. A small working group has been convened to consider the options and has concluded that we will need to start thinking about replacing the vehicle during the course of […]
Representatives of at least a dozen community organisations gathered together in St Andrews Church, Wiveliscombe on the coronation bank holiday Monday to celebrate the Wivey Big Help out day. The day was organised by 10radio our local community radio station and sponsored by Wiveliscombe Town Council as a way of saying thank you to all those involved in their ongoing work to support and develop our local community. Each organisation […]
10Radio is a community radio station serving the 10 parishes in West Somerset which incorporate Wiveliscombe, Ashbrittle, Bathealton, Brompton Ralph, Chipstable, Clatworthy, Fitzhead, Huish Champflower, Milverton, Stawley and Wellington and the surrounding area.
Mindline – a friendly, anonymous and non-judgmental listening service for people feeling isolated or distressed. Also available to those concerned about a friend, relative or neighbour experiencing mental distress.
