£18,000 boost for Harrogate’s longest-running radio station which does so much for hospital patients
An award-winning Harrogate radio station says a new £18k National Lottery award will make a “huge difference to volunteers and listeners”.
Established in 1977, Harrogate Hospital Radio is delighted to have been awarded £18,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund.
The cash boost will allow the award-winning volunteer-run station to upgrade its broadcasting equipment, improve audio quality and enhance radio connectivity while it expands its services.
Bernard Mageean, Chair of Harrogate Hospital Radio, said: “We’re incredibly grateful to The National Lottery Community Fund and to everyone who plays the National Lottery.
"This grant will make a huge difference to our volunteers and listeners alike.
"It means we can continue improving our broadcasting equipment and ensure our output remains of a high quality for patients.
"The funding will enable the station to continue providing its much-loved service while operating with modern, upgraded equipment in the studio and around the hospital.’’
Harrogate Hospital Radio operates on 95.3FM, online, via its free app and on smart speakers to patients, staff and visitors at Harrogate District Hospital.
Oliver Johnson, Marketing Manager, said: “I’d like to extend my heartfelt thanks, on behalf of the station, to all our wonderful sponsors from in the Harrogate area for their continued support.
"Their generosity, alongside the funding from The National Lottery Community Fund, will make a real difference to patients’ wellbeing’’.
If you can spare a few hours each week and would like to support the friendly, award-winning team through broadcasting, producing, or behind the-scenes roles, visit: https://www.harrogatehospitalradio.org.uk/