📍 🇬🇧 UK
Virgin Radio UK
About Virgin Radio UK
Virgin Radio UK is a national Hot Adult Contemporary station broadcasting across the United Kingdom, with a free online stream available at virginradio.co.uk. It launched on 30 March 2016, owned by News Broadcasting, a subsidiary of News Corp, and it carries the Virgin Radio name for the second time: the original station ran from 1993 until 2008, when it was rebranded as Absolute Radio.
The music sits in pop, pop rock, and the decades that shaped the format: the 80s, 90s, and 2000s make up the core of what you’ll hear, alongside current pop and news. It’s the kind of station that fits a commute or a background listen at work, familiar enough to be comfortable without being entirely predictable.
The stream runs at 128 kbps in AAC, which is clean and light on bandwidth. If you’ve landed here trying to confirm this is the right Virgin Radio, it is: the national UK one, not a regional or international variant.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I listen to Virgin Radio UK online?
Stream it free at virginradio.co.uk. The station broadcasts at 128 kbps in AAC format, so you can listen on any device with a web browser or compatible app.
What kind of music does Virgin Radio UK play?
Virgin Radio UK plays 80s, 90s, and 00s pop and pop rock, mixed with news and information. It's aimed at adults who want familiar hits from those decades rather than current chart music.
Is Virgin Radio UK free to listen to?
Yes. You can stream it free from their website with no subscription required.
When did Virgin Radio UK launch?
Virgin Radio UK launched on 30 March 2016. It's the second version of Virgin Radio in the UK; the original station ran from 1993 before becoming Absolute Radio in 2008.
What language is Virgin Radio UK broadcast in?
English. Virgin Radio UK is a national station serving the United Kingdom.
Who owns Virgin Radio UK?
News Broadcasting owns Virgin Radio UK. News Broadcasting is a subsidiary of News Corp.
Station info
Country
🇬🇧 UK
Bitrate
128 kbps
Format
AAC
Status
🟢 Live