Hits Radio

Hits Radio is a Manchester-based media hub mixing pop hits with nostalgic throwbacks. The programming integrates regional news coverage with large-scale prize giveaways.

Mornings are anchored by «Hits Radio Breakfast» with Fleur East, Will Best, and James Barr. In 2026, Fleur East integrates social media directly into the broadcast: listener polls and discussions transition immediately into on-air segments, creating direct engagement. Gemma Atkinson and Mike Toolan handle the evening drive. The station uses «Turn it up when you wake up» to establish its morning tempo.

Operating in a CHR format, the station maintains a consistent music stream alongside locally focused content.

Per RAJAR (Q1 2026) data, the primary station reaches 3.797 million listeners, while the total portfolio hits 12.081 million. This reach is supported by the shift to crisp DAB+ audio and the introduction of online-only content unavailable through traditional broadcast.