4 Jun 2008 - Thirty Six Years of Broadcasting
Carillon Radio started broadcasting to the hospitals 36 years ago. Almost a working lifetime. There have been highs and lows but generally the Carillon story is one of a great success. My time in CR has been very satisfying and my notes of the last 8 years tell some interesting tales. Altogether it really shows what a group of dedicated volunteers can do. We have maintained a 24/7 service raised the funds to operate and also build one "up to date" state of the art station.
Heres a big question. Why did we not record the history from day one? If you the reader can provide some background especially from 1972 we would love to hear from you. We do know it all started in the old Baxtergate Hospital in Loughborough and was a service provided by the students of Ratcliffe College. They used to have a record player on a trolley and a pile of records and went from bed to bed playing requests. From a small beginning "Acorns and all that". Why not call us or send an Email if you can help! Ah yes the date we started 5th June 1972.