CHRISTMAS DAY

12am - 2am

The Folk Show
Ron Armitage

The Folk Show with Ron Armitage is a must-listen for anyone who loves folk music, whether you're a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the genre. With its eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary folk, insightful commentary, and engaging interviews, the show is a true celebration of the rich and diverse world of folk music.

Non-stop Music
Non-stop Music

2am - 7am

Non-stop Music

Your favourite songs and favourite artists from the last sixty years taking you through to breakfast.

Christmas Carols from Ainsworth

7am - 8am

Christmas Carols from Ainsworth
Rev. Ian Smart and Sue Snowden

Another chance to hear 2019's Carol service, recorded by Bolton FM at Ainsworth Methodist Church.

Christmas Carols from Ainsworth

8am - 9am

Prayers for Bolton
Rev. Ian Smart and Sue Snowden

A special service for Christmas morning.

James's Christmas Special

9am - 10am

James's Christmas Special
James Wilson

An hour of Christmas tunes, quizzes and conversation with Bolton FM's youngest volunteer, 12 year old James Wilson.

James's Christmas Special
Schools Christmas
Schools Christmas

10am - 11am

Schools Christmas

Pupils from St Peters Smithill's Dean, Turton & Edgworth Primary, Trinity Methodist and Saint Helen's Road schools talk about the Christmas story and share some festive music.

11am - 1pm

Christmas Lunch
Andrew Dickson and Phil Ashcroft

Christmas with Big H
Christmas with Big H

1pm - 3pm

Christmas with Big H
Big H

Christmas company with Big H, celebrating all things comedy.

The After Turkey Chill

3pm - 5pm

The After Turkey Chill
Jim Bailey

If you're not watching her on the telly, we'll bring you the Queen's Christmas Message live. Then Jim Bailey plays music to help you chill through the afternoon.

The After Turkey Chill
Music from the Movies
Music from the Movies

5pm - 7pm

Music from the Movies
Alex Gilston

Alex plays some of his favourite music from film scores, from Harry Potter to Inception.

8pm - 10pm

Nineties Nostalgia
Mike Boom and Sonic Simon

Join us again on our journey as we continue reliving Italia 90 Jack Charlton falls out with the press, Bryan Robson goes home and Holland v Germany decends into a spitting contest. Musical accompaniment comes from Red Hot Chili Peppers , Inspiral Carpets and The Rolling Stones,

10pm - 11pm

The NRG Hour
Al Shack

60 minutes of Hi NRG chaos to help guide you into the weekend.

11pm - 12am

Progressive Journeys
Harlan Dane Fallon

Progressive - Trance, House, Melodic and Underground Tech & Funky House - From all over the world. This show provides a mixture of emotions, vibes and euphoria. My live pulsating DJ Mixes, and Guest Mixes (DJ Northern Monkey) results of Crate Digging - all that match up with positive mood states, good weather, and the rustic heritage of the Manchester 90's Rave Scene come a Relaxing Beach and Cocktail setting... Sit back, relax/get your hand in the air - Big Choooons!

12am - 2am

The Folk Show
Ron Armitage

The Folk Show with Ron Armitage is a must-listen for anyone who loves folk music, whether you're a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the genre. With its eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary folk, insightful commentary, and engaging interviews, the show is a true celebration of the rich and diverse world of folk music.

Non-stop Music
Non-stop Music

2am - 7am

Non-stop Music

Your favourite songs and favourite artists from the last sixty years taking you through to breakfast.

Christmas Carols from Ainsworth

7am - 8am

Christmas Carols from Ainsworth
Rev. Ian Smart and Sue Snowden

Another chance to hear 2019's Carol service, recorded by Bolton FM at Ainsworth Methodist Church.

Christmas Carols from Ainsworth

8am - 9am

Prayers for Bolton
Rev. Ian Smart and Sue Snowden

A special service for Christmas morning.

James's Christmas Special

9am - 10am

James's Christmas Special
James Wilson

An hour of Christmas tunes, quizzes and conversation with Bolton FM's youngest volunteer, 12 year old James Wilson.

James's Christmas Special
Schools Christmas
Schools Christmas

10am - 11am

Schools Christmas

Pupils from St Peters Smithill's Dean, Turton & Edgworth Primary, Trinity Methodist and Saint Helen's Road schools talk about the Christmas story and share some festive music.

11am - 1pm

Christmas Lunch
Andrew Dickson and Phil Ashcroft

Christmas with Big H
Christmas with Big H

1pm - 3pm

Christmas with Big H
Big H

Christmas company with Big H, celebrating all things comedy.

The After Turkey Chill

3pm - 5pm

The After Turkey Chill
Jim Bailey

If you're not watching her on the telly, we'll bring you the Queen's Christmas Message live. Then Jim Bailey plays music to help you chill through the afternoon.

The After Turkey Chill
Music from the Movies
Music from the Movies

5pm - 7pm

Music from the Movies
Alex Gilston

Alex plays some of his favourite music from film scores, from Harry Potter to Inception.

8pm - 10pm

Nineties Nostalgia
Mike Boom and Sonic Simon

Join us again on our journey as we continue reliving Italia 90 Jack Charlton falls out with the press, Bryan Robson goes home and Holland v Germany decends into a spitting contest. Musical accompaniment comes from Red Hot Chili Peppers , Inspiral Carpets and The Rolling Stones,

10pm - 11pm

The NRG Hour
Al Shack

60 minutes of Hi NRG chaos to help guide you into the weekend.

11pm - 12am

Progressive Journeys
Harlan Dane Fallon

Progressive - Trance, House, Melodic and Underground Tech & Funky House - From all over the world. This show provides a mixture of emotions, vibes and euphoria. My live pulsating DJ Mixes, and Guest Mixes (DJ Northern Monkey) results of Crate Digging - all that match up with positive mood states, good weather, and the rustic heritage of the Manchester 90's Rave Scene come a Relaxing Beach and Cocktail setting... Sit back, relax/get your hand in the air - Big Choooons!