Welcome To Sanctuary Radio!

Your favourite Essex Radio station for all things House, Funk, Jazz, Soul, Disco and many more from our seasoned presenters!

End your Saturday night on a high with the Hamish McFunky Show, airing from 11pm-1am. Packed with funky grooves, infectious beats, and late-night vibes, Hamish delivers the perfect soundtrack to keep the energy alive well into the early hours. Let the funk take over your Saturday night!

Keep the energy alive on Saturday nights with Paul Crane and The Beat Goes On, from 9-11pm. Featuring an unstoppable mix of pulsating beats and dancefloor anthems, Paul ensures your weekend groove never skips a beat. Let the rhythm take over and keep the party going!

Dive into the beats with Linden C on Dance Knowledge every Friday from 9-11pm. Packed with the freshest dance tracks and deep cuts from the archives, Linden delivers a masterclass in rhythm to get your weekend moving. Don’t miss this ultimate dance floor experience!

Step back in time with Frances Crane on Nightclubbing Memories, every Monday from 7-9pm. Relive the golden era of nightlife with a curated selection of iconic club anthems and nostalgic beats that will transport you to unforgettable dance floors of the past. Start your week with the ultimate musical time machine!

Take a journey through the timeless sounds of the North with Mark Thomas on MT’s Northern Classics, every Tuesday from 1-4pm. Featuring the best in Northern soul and classic anthems, Mark delivers a show packed with passion and nostalgia, perfect for brightening up your Tuesday afternoon!

Tune into the Morning Show with Jono Pearce Monday to Friday 7-10am, for the perfect mix of high-energy tunes and lively chatter to start your day the right way! And don’t miss Fridays, when The Funky Ginge joins the show for a fun and funky twist to wrap up your week!

Tune in throughout the week for an exciting mix of shows and DJs bringing you everything from indie rhythms to classic hits. Whether you’re driving home, relaxing at night, or celebrating the weekend, we’ve got the soundtrack to your life right here on Sanctuary Radio.

Wind down your Thursday night with Moochie Alfonso on Indie Soul Rhythms, airing from 9-11pm. Discover a unique fusion of indie vibes and soulful beats, crafted to soothe your soul and ignite your senses. It’s the perfect late-night soundtrack for music lovers seeking something extraordinary!

Get into the groove with Steve Kennedy every Sunday from 2-4pm. In The Groove brings you a smooth and stylish blend of tracks to elevate your Sunday afternoon. From soulful rhythms to uplifting beats, Steve delivers the perfect soundtrack to keep your weekend vibes flowing.

Kickstart your weekend with The Sanctuary Stig every Friday & Saturday from 7-9pm. Expect an electrifying mix of tracks designed to get you in the party mood, featuring high-energy beats and a vibe that’s nothing short of legendary. Start your Friday & Saturday night right with The Stig at the helm!

Join Tony Charles for the Just Good Music Show every Tuesday from 7-9pm. As the name suggests, it’s all about great music – no gimmicks, just an incredible mix of tracks guaranteed to keep your evening upbeat and enjoyable. Let Tony set the perfect tone for your Tuesday night!

End your weekend on a high note with Adrian Last and The Sunday Essential, every Sunday from 4-7pm. Immerse yourself in a perfect blend of chilled vibes and uplifting tunes that set the tone for a relaxing yet energising end to your week. Let Adrian bring you the essential soundtrack for your Sunday evening!

We’re live Monday to Friday, 7am to 11pm, Saturday 10am-1am and Sunday 10am-12am, bringing you the best in soul, funk, indie, and everything in between.

Make our music your sanctuary with Sanctuary Radio! Kick off your weekend in style every Saturday with Tanya EGT – The Funkalicious Show. Dive into funky and soulful rhythms that will set the perfect mood for an unforgettable evening. Then, on Monday evenings, unwind with the DJ MOB – Finest Soul-House & R&B Show, bringing you fresh beats and an irresistible vibe to elevate your week. Let Sanctuary Radio keep you grooving, no matter the day!

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Meet Our Presenters

At Sanctuary Radio, we couldn’t keep the tunes flowing and the good vibes high without our presenters – they are our backbone and we couldn’t ask for a better bunch!