Hospital Radio Norwich

Hospital Radio Norwich is a voluntary organisation and registered charity that has been serving patients for over 50 years, dedicated to relieving the stress of hospitalisation through broadcasting. The station provides a 24-hour service to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, offering a wide variety of music to satisfy every musical taste alongside programmes and interviews with local personalities. Patients and anyone wishing to support this community initiative can listen live via the hospital's bedside media units on channel 1 or through the station's online players.

The station's programming includes popular evening request shows featuring personal music choices and dedications, as well as national news bulletins from Sky News on the hour. A key feature for sports fans is the full live commentary of all Norwich City home games provided by the station's own commentary team. Listeners can stream online to enjoy this mix of music, information, and local sports coverage, bringing comfort and a connection to the outside world for patients, their relatives, and even listeners in local care homes.

As a self-financing charity, Hospital Radio Norwich relies on grants and donations to maintain its equipment and services, operating with the practical support of the hospital trust. The service is provided free of charge to patients, with ward visitors available to help set up the bedside units. Through its live streaming, the station extends its reach beyond the hospital walls, allowing anyone to listen radio online and enjoy its uplifting and diverse output, though contractual restrictions mean football commentary is not available online.