Ever wondered what the brave Gurkhas listen to when they're far from home? Well, they've got their very own radio station, the BFBS Gurkha Network! It's part of the British Forces Broadcasting Service, which has been keeping troops entertained since World War II. BFBS offers a whole bunch of radio stations, covering everything from music to news, and even a few dedicated to specific genres.
Now, most of these stations broadcast in English, but the Gurkha Network is a bit special. They use Hindi and play loads of traditional Gurkha music, keeping those brave soldiers connected to their culture wherever they are in the world. It's like having a little bit of home with you, even when you're miles away.
The BFBS Gurkha Network isn't just about music though. They also share news and information, making sure the Gurkhas are up-to-date on what's happening back in Nepal and around the world. It's a vital lifeline for them, keeping them connected to their families and friends. So next time you hear the word "Gurkhas", remember they've got their own radio station keeping them company and spirits high.
Brize Norton Live Frequencies
Location | Frequency | Modulation |
Abingdon | 1134 | AM |
Aldergrove | 106.5 | FM |
Aldershot | 1287 AM, 102.5 | FM |
Blandford | 1287 AM, 89.3 | FM |
Bovington | 100.8 | FM |
Bramcote | 1134 | AM |
Brecon | 1287 | AM |
Brize Norton | 106.1 | FM |
Bulford | 106.8 | FM |
Catterick | 1134 AM, 106.9 | FM |
Colchester | 107.0 | FM |
Edinburgh | 98.5 | FM |
Fort George | 87.7 | FM |
Glencorse | 94.0 | FM |
Holywood | 101.0 | FM |
Hullavington | 1287 | AM |
Innsworth | 1287 | AM |
Inverness | 87.7 | FM |
Lisburn | 100.6 | FM |
Maidstone | 1287 | AM |
Salisbury Plain | 106.8 | FM |
Sandhurst | 1134 | AM |
Shorncliffe | 1278 AM, 105.4 | FM |
Stafford | 1278 | AM |
Tidworth | 1278 | AM |
Warminster | 1278 | AM |
Contact: Phone Number, Text Message, Website, Email, Facebook
Address: Chalfont Grove, Narcot Lane, Chalfont St. Peter, Buckinghamshire, SL9 8TN
Website: https://radio.bfbs.com
Phone: +44 1303 246 730
E-mail:
[email protected],
[email protected]Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bfbsgurkha
X: https://x.com/bfbsradiohq
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bfbsradio
SoundCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/bfbsradio
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bfbs_radio
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bfbsgurkha