BBC R1 TV Guide & Program Listings

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12:45 AM

Newsbeat @ 17:45

We're at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as one of the world's biggest rap stars makes his return to the UK for his first solo gig here since 2013.

1h
1:00 AM

Radio 1's Dance Party with Danny Howard

Party your way into the weekend with Danny. MK joins Danny for Hottest Record + new music from Jayda G, Hot Since 82, Mau P, Saoirse and more!

1h
3:00 AM

Radio 1's Future Dance with Sarah Story

Sarah's joined by L.P. Rhythm as she crowns his new tune the Future Dance Track ID. Plus Bella Claxton is in the studio for a brand new Peak Time Mix!

1h
5:00 AM

Pete Tong

Ibiza is calling us and GENESI provides the Hot Mix.

1h
7:00 AM

Radio 1's Essential Mix - Hot Since 82

Hot Since 82 is back with a new Essential Mix featuring a stack of unreleased material.

1h
9:00 AM

Radio 1 Dance Presents...

Romy brings her emotive trance sound to her huge set at Arcadia at Glastonbury 2025.

1h
10:00 AM

Danny Howard's Club Mix

Danny goes in with another Club Mix, with tunes from Camelphat, Florentina, Mochakk and more!

1h
11:00 AM

Radio 1 Dance Party Starters with Charlie Tee

60 minutes of the world's biggest dance bangers provided by Charlie Tee.

1h
12:00 PM

Radio 1 Live Lounge - Best of: Heartbreak Anthems

Amazing performances from Radio 1's world famous Live Lounge.

1h
1:00 PM

Radio 1 Weekend Early Breakfast with Oré Olukoga

Oré brings you a perfect weekend playlist.

1h
2:00 PM

Radio 1 Weekend Breakfast with James Cusack

James Cusack entertains the nation one last time with Radio 1 Weekend Breakfast.

1h
5:00 PM

Radio 1 Anthems with James Cusack

James Cusack with big anthems and tunes you haven't heard in ages.

1h
5:30 PM

Radio 1 News

The latest news from around the UK and around the world.

1h
5:32 PM

Radio 1 Anthems with Nat and Vicky

Nat O'Leary and Vicky Hawkesworth with big anthems and tunes you haven't heard in ages.

1h
6:00 PM

Radio 1's Group Chat with Nat and Vicky

Nat and Vicky look back at their best moments together on Radio 1.

1h
8:00 PM

Sam and Danni

...That is the question! Plus the perfect weekend tunes from Sam & Danni!

1h
11:00 PM

Radio 1's Dance Anthems with Charlie Hedges

All your favourite feel good classics to kick start the weekend with Charlie Hedges!

1h
12:00 AM

Radio 1's Dance Anthems with Charlie Hedges

D&B DJ goddard. provides this week's Track2Track mix and Charlie mixes up more classics!

1h
1:00 AM

Radio 1's Dance Anthems with Charlie Hedges

Find your new favourite dance anthems with Charlie Party Hedges!

1h
2:00 AM

Radio 1's Soundsystem Party with Jeremiah Asiamah

Jerry has the biggest party tracks for your Saturday night!

1h
4:00 AM

Radio 1's Rap Show with Kenny Allstar

Kenny Allstar brings you a Dave mix for Reading and Leeds Festival 2026. Contains language which some may find offensive.

1h
5:00 AM

Radio 1 at Reading 2026: Live Sets - Dave

Highlights from Dave live at Reading Festival 2026.

1h
6:00 AM

Radio 1's Drum & Bass Show with Charlie Tee

Charlie Tee dishes up the hottest D&B.

1h
7:00 AM

Radio 1 Dance Drum & Bass Mix

Mixed up D&B from Radio 1 Dance.

1h
7:30 AM

Radio 1 Dance Drum & Bass Mix: Chilled D&B

Mixed up Chill D&B from High Contrast on Radio 1 Dance.

1h
8:00 AM

Radio 1's Classic Essential Mix - Marlon Hoffstadt

Relive Marlon Hoffstadt's euphoric 2024 debut Essential Mix.

1h
10:00 AM

Future Dance Mix with Sarah Story

Future club music from Surya Sen, Hollis P Monroe and Club Angel.

1h
10:30 AM

Pete Tong's Hot Mix

Tini Gessler steps up to the Hot Mix decks.

1h
11:00 AM

Radio 1 Dance Party Starters with Charlie Tee

Charlie Tee has the UK's biggest party anthems on Radio 1 Dance.

1h
12:00 PM

Radio 1's Dance Anthems with Charlie Hedges

Nonstop classic dance anthems with Charlie Hedges.

1h
1:00 PM

Radio 1 Weekend Early Breakfast with Swarzy

Swarzy brings you a perfect weekend playlist.

1h
2:00 PM

Radio 1 Weekend Breakfast with Joel Mitchell

Join Joel Mitchell for Radio 1's weekend wake-up.

1h
5:00 PM

Radio 1 00s with Joel Mitchell

Joel Mitchell with big 00s anthems and tunes you haven't heard in ages.

1h
5:30 PM

Radio 1 News

The latest news from around the UK and around the world.

1h
5:32 PM

Radio 1 00s

More amazing noughties tracks!

1h
6:00 PM

Radio 1 10s

Radio 1 heads back to the 2010s.

1h
7:00 PM

Radio 1 20s

The best of the 2020s.

1h
8:00 PM

Sam and Danni

Sam and Danni soundtrack your Sunday and have a silly hypothetical question!

1h
11:00 PM

Radio 1's Life Hacks with Shanequa and Calum

Shanequa Paris and Calum Leslie help hack your life to make it better.

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BBC R1 TV Guide & Programming Schedule

BBC R1 provides viewers with a diverse schedule of broadcasts ranging from music-focused features and live performances to documentaries and pop culture content. Using this tv guide, viewers can quickly identify what is broadcasting today, explore upcoming shows, and plan their evening entertainment with ease.

About BBC R1

BBC R1 (BBC Radio 1's visual and televised content extensions) is operated by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Serving primarily a young adult audience, the brand focuses on contemporary popular music, youth culture, live studio sessions, and entertainment programming. Broadcast availability spans digital television platforms, online streaming services, and connected media devices across the United Kingdom and supported regions.

Using the BBC R1 TV Guide

A comprehensive tv guide helps audiences navigate television schedules, find specific broadcast windows, and discover new programs. When viewing the BBC R1 listings schedule, you can access essential program details including:

  • Program Titles: Clear names of upcoming shows, live studio sessions, and special broadcasts.
  • Broadcast Dates & Times: Scheduled start and end times for daily programming blocks.
  • Episode Information: Descriptions highlighting specific guests, topics, or musical lineup details.
  • Genre Classification: Categorized content spanning music, documentaries, chat shows, and live events.

TV Guide Listings for Tonight on BBC R1

Finding tv guide listings for tonight allows viewers to catch prime-time evening broadcasts, flagship music shows, and exclusive interviews. Nightly listings often feature prominent broadcasts, re-runs of daytime highlights, and visual stream recordings from major studio sessions.

Because television transmission times and digital schedules can shift due to live event coverage or special breaking broadcasts, viewers are encouraged to check the daily schedule grid to confirm exact air times for tonight's lineup.

Programming Categories on BBC R1

The channel structure covers a wide range of entertainment formats aimed at music enthusiasts and young audiences:

  • Live Music & Studio Performances: Televised sessions, festival coverage, and exclusive artist sets.
  • Documentaries & Culture: In-depth investigative features focusing on music history, youth culture, and social topics.
  • Interviews & Entertainment: High-energy talk segments featuring popular artists, actors, and digital creators.
  • Special Events: Coverage of major annual music awards, seasonal festivals, and live chart countdowns.

How to Use the BBC R1 TV Schedule Effectively

  1. Select the Target Date: Choose today, tonight, or a future date from the listings navigation.
  2. Scan the Time Slots: Review the chronological order of programs from morning to late-night slots.
  3. Check Show Descriptions: Click or view individual listings to read episode synopses and guest details.
  4. Verify Time Zone Settings: Ensure your local broadcast provider or online guide reflects your correct regional time zone.

Viewing Information & Distribution

BBC R1 content is accessible across multiple television and digital platforms. Viewers in the UK can access broadcasts via terrestrial digital television (Freeview), satellite platforms (Freesat, Sky), cable television (Virgin Media), and official BBC online streaming services such as BBC iPlayer. Platform availability and channel numbers may vary based on your local television provider and geographic location.

Regional & Time-Zone Variations

Television schedules may occasionally differ depending on regional opt-outs, local programming variations, or daylight saving time updates. While national broadcasts are synchronized, local service providers may display adjusted start times. Always confirm your local service provider's guide for precise local air times.

Schedule Freshness & Updates

While channel identity, core show categories, and general viewing guidance remain consistent, exact broadcast times and daily lineups change regularly. For exact broadcast schedules, real-time alterations, or last-minute program changes, refer to updated daily listings grids.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BBC R1 TV Guide?

The BBC R1 TV Guide is a detailed broadcast schedule that lists upcoming programs, broadcast times, show descriptions, and channel information for BBC R1 visual and televised content.

What is on BBC R1 tonight?

Tonight's lineup generally includes evening music broadcasts, exclusive artist interviews, live studio recordings, and youth culture documentaries. Check the evening section of today's TV guide for exact program times.

Where can I watch BBC R1?

BBC R1 television content is available on select digital TV platforms in the UK, as well as digitally through official BBC streaming services like BBC iPlayer.

Do BBC R1 broadcast times vary by region?

While primary broadcasts are unified, minor schedule variations or time-zone differences may apply depending on your provider, region, or platform.

How can I check future BBC R1 program schedules?

You can check upcoming broadcasts by selecting future dates on the online TV guide schedule grid to view advance listings for the week ahead.