# Howfen Radio — Westhoughton's Community Radio

> Community radio station broadcasting live music and shows 24/7. (iPhone/iPad app by Chris Brian Barker.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/howfen-radio/id1517248500 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chris Brian Barker](https://appshunter.io/developer/662155228)
- Category: Music, Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-06-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/howfen-radio/id1517248500/reviews.md

## What is Howfen Radio?

Listen live to Howfen Radio - Westhoughton’s very own community radio station, available for the first time on iOS.

Whether you’re in the car or on the daily commute, Howfen Radio will be online 24/7 right from your phone.

Howfen Radio is a community radio station with a difference, we broadcast over the world wide web and unlike other community stations, we broadcast all year round. 

It is run completely by volunteers and we have a variety of shows featuring music from all the decades from the '60's right through to modern classics. 

Our presenters vary in ages from our youngest who started at 11, right through to 65 years old.

We are constantly on the lookout for new volunteers to help us run the station and help us put on roadshows at local community and fundraising events. 

We also put on a small annual music festival at the end of the summer which is free to enter with a variety of acts to suit all tastes.

Visit www.howfenradio.co.uk for the full schedule.

## Key features

- Live 24/7 broadcasting
- Music from '60s to modern classics
- Volunteer-run
- Community events and roadshows
- Annual music festival

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/howfen-radio/id1517248500/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Tony the best 👍

*2021-05-16*

😃

### 5/5 — Loving it!

*2020-09-13*

Have to say, Ryan on Sunday’s is amazing! :)

### 5/5 — Quality app and station

*2020-09-13*

The app is so simple and reliable, so much better than using the browser. Caught Neil on the Saturday Sanctuary he was brill!

## Frequently asked questions about Howfen Radio

### What kind of music can I expect on Howfen Radio?

Howfen Radio features a variety of music from the 1960s right through to modern classics, catering to diverse tastes.

### Is Howfen Radio available on Android devices?

Currently, Howfen Radio is available for iPhone and iPod devices. Support for other platforms may be added in the future.

### How often is Howfen Radio updated?

The app was last updated on June 13, 2020, with version 1.0.1. Further updates will be released as needed to improve functionality and content.

### Does Howfen Radio have ads?

Yes, Howfen Radio contains advertisements. These ads help support the volunteer-run community station.

### What is the age rating for Howfen Radio?

Howfen Radio has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience.

### Can I listen to Howfen Radio offline?

Howfen Radio is a live streaming service, so an internet connection is required to listen. Offline listening is not supported.

### How can I find the full schedule for Howfen Radio?

You can find the complete broadcast schedule for Howfen Radio by visiting their official website at www.howfenradio.co.uk.

### What are the benefits of Howfen Radio being volunteer-run?

Being run by volunteers means the station is deeply connected to the community. It also allows for a diverse range of presenters and shows, with presenters varying in age from 11 to 65.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2020-06-13

Great big thanks to everyone who has downloaded the App so far, here are some things we've been working on since our last release:

• Accessibility improvements
• Share Feature
• Minor under the hood improvements

### 1.0.0 — 2020-06-08

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*