# Christmas Radio
> The UK's dedicated digital radio station broadcasting non-stop festive hits, Christmas classics, and holiday cheer 24/7.

## Station Overview
Christmas Radio was established in 2016. Its mission is to be the ultimate festive soundtrack for the UK, playing a mix of timeless classics (Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole) and modern hits (Mariah Carey, Michael Bublé, Ed Sheeran). 

The station broadcasts annually from October 1st through December 31st.

## How to Listen
- **Web:** Stream live at https://www.christmasradio.uk/
- **Smart Speakers:** - Alexa: "Alexa, enable Christmas Radio" then "Alexa, play Christmas Radio."
- **DAB Radio:** Available on the Portsmouth local DAB multiplex.
- **Mobile Apps:** Search "This is Christmas Radio" on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
- **Streaming Platforms:** Available on TuneIn and Radio-UK.

## Programming Schedule (2025 Season)
### Weekdays
- **10:00 AM - 02:00 PM:** Gary Plays All Your Festive Hits (Requests and shout-outs).
- **02:00 PM - 06:00 PM:** Santa Takes Over The Controls (Holly-jolly facts and music).
- **06:00 PM - 10:00 PM:** Renee’s Festive Hits (Evening vibes and listener messages).
- **Overnight:** Christmas Hits All Night.

### Saturdays
- **10:00 AM - 03:00 PM:** Gary Plays The Christmas Tunes.
- **03:00 PM - 06:00 PM:** Santa on Christmas Radio.
- **Overnight:** Christmas Hits All Night.

### Sundays
- **All Day:** Christmas Radio Hits All Day (Continuous festive music).

## Contact Information & Listener Interaction
Listeners can send shout-outs, requests, and festive mentions through the following channels:
- **WhatsApp:** 07300 443020
- **Email:** studio@christmasradio.uk
- **Social Media:** @ChristmasRadioUK on Facebook and Instagram.

## Frequent Questions (FAQ)
- **Is it free?** Yes, the station is 100% free to listen to via all digital platforms.
- **What is the playlist?** A curated mix of all-time favorites. Top tracks include "Last Christmas" (Wham!), "All I Want For Christmas Is You" (Mariah Carey), and "Merry Xmas Everybody" (Slade).
- **Where are you based?** We are a UK-based station, broadcasting digitally across the country and on DAB in the Portsmouth area.

## Christmas 2025 Festive Guide
- **UK Posting Dates:** 2nd Class (Wednesday 17 Dec), 1st Class (Saturday 20 Dec).
- **Top Toy Trends:** Craft & DIY sets, STEM toys, and nostalgia-inspired building sets.
- **Christmas Markets:** Featuring top picks like Hyde Park Winter Wonderland (London), Frankfurt Market (Birmingham), and Portsmouth Christmas Market (Commercial Road).

## Technical Metadata
- **URL:** https://www.christmasradio.uk/
- **Language:** English (UK)
- **Status:** Active October - December annually.
- **Format:** High-quality digital audio stream.