ABOUT US
Welcome to Burst, Bristol University’s award-winning student radio station. We broadcast 24/7 during term times.
The great thing about Burst is that we are completely run by students. Every aspect of the station uses student volunteers, passionate about broadcasting and having a good time, and we are proud to represent every corner of life at the University of Bristol.
Burst is a great way to kickstart a career in the media and we have quite a roster of alumni. Former Burst members include the comedians Marcus Brigstocke and Danny Robins, magician Chris Cox and breakfast host Paris Troy.
A bit of history...
Student Radio in Bristol has a muddled history. It started in 1995 with a collaboration of UWE and UoB students forming Fresh FM. Separation occured just two years later when Burst Radio was set up under a temporary FM licence. Burst has experienced dramatic development over the last few years and we don’t plan on stopping anytime soon.
We now run online from our studios in the Richmond Building on Queens Road, where we have a professional on-air broadcast room and an adjoining production studio. We celebrated our 25th anniversary in 2022 with coverage from across the city.
WHERE TO FIND US:
Burst Radio
The Richmond Building
Bristol BS8 1LN
United Kingdom
From the Archive…
Xander Brett on Sunday
Sunday Brunch with George Ruskin
Saturday Brunch with Xander Brett