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Academy fm Thanet receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service.

The MBE for Voluntary Groups

Academy FM, Thanets Community Radio Station, a group of volunteers based in Thanet has just been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service. This is the highest award a local voluntary group can receive in the UK and is equivalent to an MBE.

Kent Coast DAB announces small-scale bid for Thanet, Dover & Folkestone

Kent Coast DAB Limited, a joint venture between Academy FM Thanet, Kent Coast Community Broadcasters Ltd and Kent Capacity Co Ltd, has announced its plan to apply for the small-scale DAB licence for the Kent coast covering towns in Thanet and along the coast to Dover & Folkestone.

Debbie Day, Station Manager of Academy FM Thanet, said: “Academy FM has been broadcasting since the 5th April 2010. We are an integral part of the community in Thanet, reaching people in their homes, cars, workplaces, on the go and out in the community. We work with local charities and organisations by supporting them with free advertising and interviews. We train people of all ages and abilities, it’s a big part of what we do, giving people life skills in communication and building confidence. We currently have 35 volunteers who have come through our training projects.

“We are really excited by the opportunity to develop our service on small-scale DAB and look forward to working with our partners. In the future, we along with others we will be able to offer more choice of services, support more charities and organisations and reach the wider community”.

Matt Curtis of Kent Coast Community Broadcasters said “We are delighted to be part of this bid for affordable DAB capacity to reach the East Kent coastline. There are community radio stations and local groups that i’m sure will benefit from reaching listeners in their local communities through this new and affordable capacity”.

Peter Lautner, Director of Kent Capacity Co, said: “Community radio has always been a strong part of life in East Kent and we welcome the opportunity to bring the opportunity of DAB to the Kent coastline. Working with the existing community radio operators and other interested local groups from Thanet to Folkestone, we hope to bring our experience of DAB and local knowledge together so that operators can bring DAB radio to the people living in the area and travelling through this busy part of Kent”.

Kent Coast DAB welcomes any broadcasters, established or new, wishing to be part of its exciting bid to register their interest via email please to: debbie.day@academyfmthanet.com.

Kent Coast DAB will be submitting its application to Ofcom before the closing date of 30th June 2023.

107.8 Academy FM

Thanet's Local Radio Station

Join Academy FM Thanet and stay up-to-date with the biggest issues in Margate, Ramsgate, Broadstairs and beyond. Our presenters share their local knowledge and experience. 

Local news, weather, traffic and travel get you on your way, but we won’t let you miss out on the big national and international stories of the day either.

We know you care about the Isle of Thanet, so do have your say and contact us with your stories, views and opinions. 

Join the discussions and enter our competitions on our Facebook page or on Twitter (or by contacting the studio). Don’t forget to like and follow us for the latest updates throughout your day.

A BIG thank you

From Academy FM Thanet

Academy FM would like to say thank you to the following organisations for the grants they have been awarded. This has enabled us to buy new equipment and provide training for the community of Thanet. 

Be Part of Academy FM's Business Watch

BUSINESS WATCH is to promote local businesses throughout Thanet. We are encouraging our listeners to nominate their favourite local businesses. We have a Business of the Week, where the winning business will receive a certificate and will feature on the Monday Breakfast Show. The four weekly winners will be entered into our Business of the Month, where one business will win one month’s advertising package on Academy FM including your own radio commercial made by a professional production company.

Business Watch is available to all Thanet Businesses & is FREE to enter

BUSINESS WATCH is FREE to enter. Each daytime show will feature BUSINESS WATCH where the presenter will read out the names of six businesses per slot, their address, and names of three staff members. 

To promote your business as part of BUSINESS WATCH, we will supply your business with two window posters and A6 postcards to give to your customers. To be part of BUSINESS WATCH   

To join Business Watch please email: businesswatch@academyfmthanet.com or call 07841 598076

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Academy FM Thanet, are proud to be part of the community and would like to thank the local businesses & corporate sponsors for their support by advertising with us.

If you would like to support us by advertising with us, becoming a friend of Academy FM or by becoming a corporate sponsor, please get in touch with us.

Our Corporate Sponsors

Palm Bay Garage
We at Palm Bay Garage have over 40 years experience, with fully qualified mechanics and up to date diagnostic equipment, with a fully equipped workshop to carry out just this. We pride ourselves in top quality work, fast and efficient servicing and repairs using only top quality parts.
The Isle of Thanet News
NEWS FOR RAMSGATE, MARGATE, BROADSTAIRS AND VILLAGES.
Flavours by Kumar
Flavours by Kumar Fine Indian Cuisine Award Winning Indian Cuisine With superb Indian restaurants located in Ramsgate and Garlinge near Margate Thanet Food for me has always been an adventure, My aim is to convey my passion for Indian cuisine in a way which gives you a taste of perfect Indian dishes. I hope you enjoy a taste of the traditional cuisine of the Indian sub-continent. "Lose yourself in the sensuous world of tasty spice" Anil Kumar
UK Stone Imports
At UK Stone Imports, we only import the finest quality materials. Our reputation relies on the quality of our products, which we believe are of the highest standard. We specialise in importing natural stone products from various countries around the world. We offer a wide range of products including Porcelain Limestone & Sandstone suitable for both interior and exterior applications. UK Stone Imports prides itself on its commitment to quality, providing only the finest stone products to its customers while offering a personalised and professional customer service experience.
Boys & Maughan Solicitors
Boys & Maughan has been building lasting relationships with clients and providing them with first class advice for over two centuries.
TMS Estate Agents
We are a family run, independent estate agency with a combined experience of 125 years in sales, lettings, property management and maintenance. As a company we enjoy being involved with the local community, supporting and sponsoring many events in Thanet. We are a dedicated, highly skilled team who will give you a personal, tailor made service. Tell us what you want to achieve and we’ll do our very best to make it happen.

Our Local Supporters

Turner Jackson & Day Associates
Turner Jackson & Day Associates is an award-winning architectural studio based in Whitstable, Kent, working with private clients, developers, and main contractors across Whitstable, Herne Bay, Canterbury, Faversham, Thanet, and throughout Kent and the South East.
Think Big Tech
Think BIG Tech are an extremely strong, professional and approachable team who provide timely and effective IT support for your business. We are extremely passionate about delivering simple, effective IT Support and IT Business Solutions.
East Kent Brickwork
East Kent Brickwork Ltd undertakes all aspects of Masonry related craftmanship including New Build, Conservation, Heritage Masonry, Re-pointing, Lime Mortar repairs, and Brick Slip Cladding across the whole of South East of England.
W.G Burbridge
We are a family-owned business supplying an extensive range of Timber & Building Materials, also including a comprehensive range of fixings, hardware, tools and so much more.
UK Stone Imports
UK Stone Imports supply to both the private and commercial market place. If you are a homeowner or business owner our sales staff can guide you through selecting the right material for your requirements. If required we are able to advise you on any project you may be undertaking as we have many years experience in hard landscaping.
Boys & Maughan
Boys & Maughan Solicitors has been building lasting relationships with clients and providing them with first-class legal advice for over two centuries.

Seaside Safety

This summer keep you and your family safe by choosing a lifeguarded beach and swimming between the red and yellow flags. In an emergency, dial 999 for the Coastguard.