Chris Marsden in the Afternoon
Live presenters, local news, and the music of the county — 24/7.
with Chris Marsden
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Latest
Lincolnshire news
Five new presenters join Magna for spring schedule
A fresh line-up arrives at the Lincoln studios as Magna Radio launches its most ambitious schedule yet — and introduces the first full weekend on Magna Mix.
Solar investment at St John's Market to power 200 homes
Lincoln-based Joe Solar has completed the largest rooftop array in the city centre, with enough output to power around 200 homes annually.
East Lindsey Council backs Woodland Trust planting scheme
A three-year partnership will see 40,000 new native trees planted across the district — with community planting days starting in May.
Lincoln Laughs Comedy Festival returns this summer
The three-day festival returns to the Castle grounds in July, with a bigger line-up and a new free community stage for Lincolnshire acts.
Meet the Voices
Your presenters
Mark Dennison
Breakfast
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John Marshall
Mornings
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Chris Marsden
Afternoons
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Gemma Hill
Evenings
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Jo & Sparky
Weekend Brunch
NEXT ON AIR · TOMORROW 09:00
Stuart Couling
Weekend Breakfast
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What's On
Across Lincolnshire
Night at the Races — live from Lincoln Racecourse
Lincoln Racecourse, Lincoln
An evening of racing and music at Lincoln Racecourse, with Magna Radio broadcasting live from the grandstand. Seven races, food trucks, and the final race under the lights.
Magna live from this event
Boston May Fair
Market Place, Boston
A week of fairground rides, food stalls and live music in Boston town centre. One of the oldest chartered fairs in England.
Rotary Dragon Boat Challenge
Brayford Pool, Lincoln
Teams of 10 paddle 200m on the Brayford Pool to raise money for Lincolnshire charities. Spectators welcome; food trucks along the waterfront all day.
Someone you love
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Birthdays, proposals, just-because. We read shoutouts every morning and afternoon — on air, across Lincolnshire.
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