Tune in to our world
Explore the diverse soundscape of Piccadilly 261. We offer five unique streaming channels, blending Manchester's rich broadcasting heritage with modern, high-tech experiences. Discover your next favorite station and become part of our growing community.
Our broadcast channels
We bring you five distinct channels, each crafted to deliver a unique audio experience, from the vibrant energy of today's hits to the golden oldies that defined generations. Find your perfect sound with Piccadilly 261.
Piccadilly 261
The heartbeat of Manchester, blending classic 70s soul with upbeat modern hits for a "Best Variety" format.
Key 103 Manchester
High-energy hits from the 90s, 00s, and today, capturing Manchester's "imperial phase" of music.
Piccadilly 80s
A pure 1980s time machine, from New Romantic synth-pop to massive stadium rock hits.
Piccadilly 90s
Cool, Britpop-infused "Madchester" energy, celebrating Oasis, Stone Roses, and Hacienda dance anthems.
Piccadilly gold
A digital hug of pure nostalgia with the greatest hits of the 60s and 70s, the "Golden Oldies".
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Join the thousands of Mancunians rediscovering the sound of their city. Click 'Listen Live' to start the music, and don't forget to share the legacy with your friends. This is Piccadilly 261 — More Music, Good Times, and the Best Variety. Feel the "Digital Hug" and become part of our community.
Piccadilly 261: The flagship
The heartbeat of Manchester, Piccadilly 261 is where heritage meets modern high-tech broadcasting. Experience a "Best Variety" format, bridging the classic 70s soul with today's upbeat hits. It's the home of "More Music and Good Times," perfect for the "Life-Long Mancunian" who wants a warm, familiar, and upbeat sound. This channel is a digital hug, feeling like the city waking up and a station that "gets" you.
Key 103 Manchester: The energy
High-energy and purely Manchester, Key 103 brings you the best of the 90s, 00s, and today’s chart-toppers. This channel captures the "imperial phase" of Manchester radio, revived for those who crave that big, exciting city feel. Ideal for the "Busy Professional" and "School Run Parent," its high-octane "Music Not Music" energy keeps you moving through a hectic day, recreating that dominant North West FM commercial sound.
Piccadilly 80s: Neon nostalgia
Step into the era of neon lights, big hair, and the birth of the "Super-DJ" with Piccadilly 80s. This channel is pure 1980s, from New Romantic synth-pop to massive stadium rock. It honors the time when legends walked through the Piccadilly Plaza doors. An electric and fun channel for the "Clubland Generation," it's an ultimate "feel-good" experience, impossible to listen to without tapping your steering wheel – a non-stop 80s party.
Piccadilly 90s: The madchester spirit
Relive the cool, Britpop-infused "Madchester" energy of the 90s. This channel brings you Oasis, Stone Roses, and the massive dance anthems that defined the Hacienda era. It celebrates the decade where Manchester took over the world. Perfect for "Indie Kids" and "Rave Survivors," Piccadilly 90s captures that unique Manchester swagger, ideal for late-night listening or weekend "pre-drinks."
Piccadilly gold: The heritage hearth
Experience a "Digital Hug" of pure nostalgia and warmth with Piccadilly Gold. This channel plays the greatest hits of the 60s and 70s, the "Golden Oldies" that made the original Piccadilly the most popular station in the North. Built for "Heritage Listeners" who remember the jingles from their childhood, it offers a relaxed and soulful vibe – the sound of Sunday mornings and happy memories, a sanctuary from modern noise.