New Radio Station for Eastgate

The new sound of Basildon is set to hit the airwaves when Basildon’s own community radio station starts broadcasting from the heart of Eastgate On Saturday September 25th.

Gateway 97.8 has already switched on its transmitter for testing and has a five year broadcasting licence. Its Eastgate Centre studio is situated in the Upper Galleries opposite Mission Menswear, and this follows a number of short term licences over the past three years. Its range will cover the district of Basildon and East Thurrock.

Before the official launch on September 25th the station is asking for your help! Currently, they’re in the middle of testing so they’re asking you to listen Gateway in your house, and report back on the quality of your reception. They’ll need to know your postcode, a rating of the signal from 1 to 5, what type of aerial you’re using, and any comments that you’d like to make on it.

All this information can be emailed to Gateway’s dedicated email address: signal@gateway978.com.

Eastgate is delighted to be involved with what will be a fantastic new facility for the Centre and watch this space as you tune in to the new station or visit its website www.gateway978.com.