Radio Alty

Radio Alty is a community station based in Altrincham, with local music, businesses, charities and groups at the centre of its work. It began in March 2020, shortly after the first Covid lockdown, with presenters initially broadcasting from their homes. That beginning shaped a service built around people from the area keeping in touch and sharing their interests. In 2025, Altrincham's Court Leet recognised the founding team's contribution with an Antler award.

Its programmes cover a broad range of music and local subjects. Chris Wheeler presents Magnificent Musicals, Harry Merrell explores soul and Joel hosts Jazz Time. Mainly Country and The Alty Theatre Show give further interests their own space. Breakfast presenters include Ed Pugh, Molly Hall and Mike George, while Ken Garrity and friends contribute to the afternoon line-up. Darren Marsden's Newshour adds a dedicated speech strand.

Apna Alty, presented by Jiwanshruti, brings the experiences of the local Indian community into conversation. Guests discuss cultural traditions, memories, celebrations and their lives in the Altrincham area, with Hindi and English songs forming the musical mix. The programme also welcomes people from other communities, making it a meeting point for personal stories and different cultural perspectives rather than simply a music selection.

Sport is another part of Radio Alty's local identity: the station is an official radio broadcast partner of Altrincham FC and provides matchday coverage. Its activities also include local events and recorded music sessions, linking the studio to performers and gatherings around the town. The result is a station whose variety comes from named local contributors, specialist interests and a close relationship with Altrincham's cultural and sporting life.