105.9 Bishop FM is a brand new community radio station for South West Durham. In November 2009 we commenced broadcasting on 105.9FM throughout Bishop Auckland, Crook, Shildon and villages in between. The station is staffed by volunteers, and is accountable to its audience.105.9 Bishop FM features local news, sport and a variety of speech and music programmes.
105.9 Bishop FM is a local radio station serving South Durham. The station features programs like "Relax on Sunday Afternoon" and "Sunday Brunch – Group Chat." Recent news includes coverage of the Bishop Auckland Food Festival, St. George's Day celebrations in County Durham, and a new mobile can-crushing station launched by Bishop Auckland Town Council. Bishop FM also reports on local events and community initiatives, including railway history in the area.