About Us (Version 2)

Black Cat Radio C.I.C is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit community radio station, registered in the United Kingdom – Company Number 07745456. Our registered office is at:
2 Clayton House, Priory Lane, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 2BH.

Since 2017, we have been connecting local people through news, events, music, and discussion, broadcasting on FM in St Neots, DAB across Bedfordshire and online via our website and smartphone app.

Local News

Stay informed with St Neots and Cambridgeshire news. Black Cat Radio covers stories often overlooked by national and commercial stations, including:

• Community updates from Eaton Socon, Eynesbury, and Little Paxton

• Local council news and planning updates for villages like Abbotsley, Graveley, and Buckden

• School news, sports results, and youth achievements across Hail Weston, The Gransdens, and Diddington

• Charity initiatives and voluntary group activities in Yelling, Toseland, and Great Paxton.

Community Events

Black Cat Radio is your go-to source for local events in St Neots and surrounding villages, including:

• Village fetes, summer fayres, and church events in St Neots, Eaton Ford, and Little Paxton

• Charity fundraisers and coffee mornings in Abbotsley, Buckden, and Graveley

• Comedy nights, quiz evenings, and arts performances in Eaton Socon, The Gransdens, and Diddington

• Outdoor festivals and family fun days across Hail Weston, Yelling, and Great Paxton

What’s On

Looking for something to do this weekend or next month? Black Cat Radio keeps you updated with “What’s On” listings, including:

• Church services, workshops, and community group meetings in Eaton Socon, Eynesbury, and Little Paxton

• Sports matches and tournaments, including football, cricket, and tennis in Hail Weston, Buckden, and Abbotsley

• Cultural and music events, from open mic nights and local band performances to art exhibitions and craft fairs

• Charity and fundraising events, such as bake sales, coffee mornings, and sponsored walks across St Neots and nearby villages

DAB Broadcasting – Bedford and Surrounding Areas

Black Cat Radio also broadcasts on DAB in Bedford, bringing local news, events, and travel updates to Bedfordshire listeners. Our Bedford-focused programming highlights:

• Bedford town news and updates alongside surrounding communities like Kempston, Great Barford, and Goldington

• Charity events, village fairs, and church gatherings in Putnoe, Brickhill, and Renhold

• Community sports fixtures and local school news in Shortstown, Cardington, and Willington

• Cultural events and entertainment, including comedy nights, concerts, and arts performances in Bromham, Biddenham, Great Denham, and Clapham

This DAB coverage ensures Bedfordshire residents have access to local news, events, and travel information, complementing our primary FM coverage in St Neots.

Volunteer and Media Opportunities

Black Cat Radio is more than just a radio station. We offer volunteering roles and media training in:

• Radio presenting and show hosting

• Audio production and technical support

• Journalism, news reporting, and content creation

• Social media management

Whether you want to host a show, report on local news, or support behind the scenes, there’s a role for everyone at Black Cat Radio.

Listen Anywhere

Tune in via FM in St Neots, DAB in Bedford and Cambridgeshire, or online through our website and smartphone app. Stay connected to local news, events, and community activities wherever you are, in St Neots, Little Paxton, Bedford, and surrounding villages.

Black Cat Radio – Your Voice. Your Community. Your Station.