Forty Fantastic Years of Channel 27

This month, Channel 27 celebrates forty extraordinary years on the air. From its audacious beginnings in 1985 to its growth through the 90s and beyond, the station has delighted listeners with music, stories, and live broadcasts that have often pushed the boundaries of what radio can do.

Join Nimmy Bear as he delves into the archives, uncovering never-before-heard recordings and speaking to the people who helped shape the station. From early jingles and experimental broadcasts to landmark live events like the Venus Transit and the Iceland eclipse, Channel 27’s history is one of ambition, adventure, and sheer determination.

The Forty Fantastic Years of Channel 27 tells the story of a station that has not only kept its audience company through four decades of change, but has often done so with style, creativity, and courage. Don’t miss this hour-long celebration of a truly remarkable radio journey.

When to Listen

Live from the West Hill Live theatre, on 12th October 2025 from 1800GMT. Repeats Friday 17th October at 1900GMT.

Further repeats over Christmas and New Year 2025