Happy Radio UK has announced that two of the North West’s best-loved presenters, Rachael Burke-Davies and Wingman (Nigel Clucas), will be joining the station to front its brand-new drivetime show weekdays from 4-7pm, launching September 1st.
Rachael and Wingman are household names across the region, having spent over 11 years as part of the Capital Manchester Breakfast Show with Rob Ellis, followed by a further six years presenting Capital Manchester & Lancashire’s Drive Show. Their chemistry, humour, and warmth have made them two of the region’s most recognisable radio personalities.
Happy Radio UK has become the fastest-growing radio station in the North West since its launch in 2022, now reaching over 750,000 monthly listeners with a presenter line up which includes well-known names like Steve Penk, Chelsea Norris, Spence Macdonald, Darren Proctor, Paul Crone and many more.
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Station owners Max Eden and Darren Proctor said: “We are absolutely thrilled to have Rachael and Wingman join the Happy Radio family. They are two of the most talented and loved presenters in the North West, and their energy, humour and local connection make them the perfect fit for our station. Happy Radio has grown rapidly thanks to our amazing listeners and strong partnerships, and this new show is another big step forward for us.”
Drivetime with Rachael & Wingman is sponsored by Chapelhouse Motors, who have dealerships across the North West including Southport, Warrington, Wigan and Blackpool.
Happy Radio UK continues to build strong relationships across the region with businesses, brands and venues, recently becoming the official radio partner for the Trafford Centre, AO Arena and Salford City College.
With the arrival of Rachael & Wingman on Drivetime, the station will also see some further schedule changes: Ian Roberts moves to weeknights 10pm–1am, and Faye Bamford takes over weekends 12–2pm.
Happy Radio boasts DAB radio coverage across the North West and continues to grow at a rapid rate, alongside a Happy Radio UK iOS app, available on Freeview TV (Channel 277), available to stream online, on your Smart Speaker and on the Happy Radio UK App on both iOS and Android. Listeners can also download the Happy Radio UK app at www.happyradiouk.com, or follow the station on social media.
