Compass FM
What is Compass FM?
History
Compass FM began broadcasting at 10am on Sunday 3rd June 2001.
Area
Compass FM is the commercial local radio station serving the seaside resort of Cleethorpes and the port towns of Grimsby and Immingham including all the surrounding villages and the North East Lincolnshire Wolds area.
Where on the dial?
Compass FM broadcasts across the whole of North East Lincolnshire on 96.4FM.
Music & Shows
Compass FM plays the best music from the last five decades and beyond. We appeal to a family audience by showcasing some of the world's most melodic and memorable songs from the 50s to today combined with information and competitions. Our official target audience are those between 45-64 years old however, we believe that it's a station for the whole family - Mum need never worry what the children will hear on the school run but we still manage to make you smile. We'll also keep you up to date with new music and provide specialist shows such as The Sunday Collection and Essential Country.
News and Sport
We're unashamedly focused on North East Lincolnshire, and Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Immingham in particular. Every hour on the hour you can hear the latest news affecting your part of the world, as well as the important national and international developments too. Our news team is dedicated to roving the Compass FM area to make sure that we have the news that matters to you when you need it.
Traffic and Travel
One of our most important resources for local news and travel information is YOU our listeners - we make regular check calls to the emergency services but often rely on you to tell us of any shunts or bumps across the area. We have dedicated travel reports during the busy rush hour periods.
Facts and Figures
Have you ever wondered how radio stations can tell how many people are listening to them - well we subscribe to the industry company RAJAR (RAJAR stands for Radio Joint Audience Research) it is the official body in charge of measuring radio audiences in the UK. The current system selects participants who are asked to complete a listening diary for one week. Diaries are placed in households for 50 weeks of the year excluding the Christmas and New Year holiday period. Generally speaking only one person is asked to do this per household and quotas are set to ensure the best possible demographic represantation of the area. You can learn more about Rajar by visiting www.rajar.co.uk
