The idea
We want to increase the number of competent and confident presenters and technicians, whilst taking Cotswolds Community Radio into the Cotswolds community.
Through outside broadcasting, we will create a library of recorded broadcasts through visits to people, businesses, and places of interest. Access to the library will provide information for visitors to the Cotswolds.
The outside broadcasting team will also support local fetes and music events by providing additional entertainment.
We plan to attract the interest of the young generation in this rural area by providing a recreational facility from the studio and enhance their confidence and support media studies.
What we'll deliver
- Trained radio broadcasters and technicians
- Recreational facilities for young people in a rural community
- Broadcast radio within community events
Why it's a great idea
Our home at the historic Old Prison in Northleach, on the Fosse Way is readily accessible. There are a huge car park and a brilliant café for refreshments.
The original prisoner's exercise yard provides a stunning arena where we will present stage shows with local bands introduced by our DJ’s.
You will be able to visit our studios to witness our presenters at work and whilst our mentors are training. You can sit in the studio to watch us produce, prepare and record our shows. You can stay on and maybe participate in live broadcasts. You could even audition to become a presenter.
When we attend fetes and musical events in the Cotswolds communities, you’ll can request your favourite tracks. You’ll be able to broadcast dedications and messages to your friends and family anywhere in the world using our internet-based facility.
In the community, by the community, for the community.
Steps to get it done
- Launching the project on 26th June
Cotswolds Community Radio has already introduced young people to broadcasting. Two youngsters aged fourteen and sixteen prepare, produce and regularly present their own shows. Our Saturday Club is presented by nine-year-olds from local schools. We have close links with Northleach Primary School and plan to create these with the Cotswolds School.
