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Rother Radio is the local radio station for South Yorkshire.
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Rother Radio @rotherradio.co.uk · Dec 29
Looking for a winter family day out? 🎄

Enjoy Flamingo Land’s Winter experience with zoo entry and kids’ rides — just £36 for up to 4 people!

🎟️ Limited availability
👉 Link below 👇

#NorthYorkshire #YorkshireDaysOut #FlamingoLand #Rotherham #Sheffield #Doncaster #Barnsley #SouthYorkshire
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Win a Family Explorer Ticket for 2 adults & 2 kids to the Tropical Butterfly House in North Anston!

👉 Enter now at rotherradio.co.uk

⏰ Entries close 23:59 Thu 12 Feb 2026
📢 Winner announced live on Big Dave at Breakfast, Fri 13 Feb 2026

Don’t miss this prehistoric adventure! 🦖
February 9, 2026 at 10:54 AM
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Name a cockroach after your ex this Valentine’s Day at the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park — and we’ve got a Family Explorer Ticket for 2 adults and 2 children up for grabs!

Enter now on our website for your chance to win 👇
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Good luck!

#Rotherham
February 9, 2026 at 8:46 AM
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☕💥 The only way to survive Monday morning is…? We want your answers! Comment below and let us know how you power through the start of the week – funniest, cleverest, or most relatable answers might get a shoutout on air! 👇

#MondayMotivation #RotherRadio #BigDaveAtBreakfast
February 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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🍿🎮🎶 It’s your ultimate weekend binge – Netflix, gaming, or just non-stop tunes? We want to know your choice! Comment below and tell us how you spend your perfect weekend… the best answers might get a shoutout on air! 👇

#RotherRadio #rotherham #sheffield #doncaster
February 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Local News: Clifton Learning Partnership has received £15,000 over three years from Quickline’s Moving On Up Fund, delivered in partnership with South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF).
Rotherham charity Moving On Up with £15,000 grant - Rother Radio
A Rotherham-based charity is helping young people overcome barriers to education and employment thanks to grant funding. Clifton Learning Partnership has received £15,000 over three years from Quickli...
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February 6, 2026 at 1:07 AM
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Your commute just got a whole lot better! 🌇 Join Wayne for the Big Drive Home – the perfect mix of hits, chat, and local buzz to get you from desk to door. 🎧

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#rotherham #sheffield #doncaster
February 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Good mornings start here! 🌅 Join Big Dave on Rother Radio for the best variety of hits, fun chats, and everything you need to get your day rolling. Are you ready for breakfast with Big Dave? 🎧🥐

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#rotherham #sheffield #doncaster
February 5, 2026 at 6:50 AM
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BREAKING: Snooker legend and BBC commentator John Virgo has died aged 79. He is perhaps best known for his post-playing career, presenting snooker TV programme Big Break alongside comedian Jim Davidson from 1991 to 2002. Our thoughts go to his family and loved ones 💔
February 4, 2026 at 9:58 AM
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Every Sunday from 1 PM, Mat will be shining a spotlight on LGBT+ stories, achievements, and voices from across South Yorkshire. Tune in on DAB, online, or via our app, and celebrate history with us! 🌈

#LGBTHistoryMonth #RotherRadio #SouthYorkshire #CelebrateDiversity
February 4, 2026 at 1:01 AM
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🥳 We’re buzzing to announce our partnership with REYT FEST! Rother Radio will be broadcasting live from the field with exclusive content, artist interviews and a few surprises along the way. Tune in on DAB, our app and online as we count down to ReytFest 2026 across South Yorkshire.
February 3, 2026 at 11:28 PM
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Tonight at 6pm The Silverwood Colliery Heritage Group and St Leonards Church Thrybergh will be holding a service of remembrance dedicated to the 10 miners who we're tragically killed at Silverwood Colliery on the 3rd February 1966.

#Rotherham #CoalMining
February 2, 2026 at 2:03 AM
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What's On: Get ready for a whole load of roarsome fun this February half-term school holiday as dinosaurs rule at the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park, South Yorkshire.

#Sheffield #Rotherham #Doncaster #Thorne #Barnsley
Roar and Explore! Jurassic adventures await at the Tropical Butterfly House - Rother Radio
Get ready for a whole load of roarsome fun this February half-term school holiday as dinosaurs rule at the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park, South Yorkshire. Calling all budding pal...
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February 1, 2026 at 11:01 PM
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Local News: Rotherham College students are exhibiting their ‘Killer Fashion’ work at Rotherham Minster until Friday 30th January.

#Rotherham #RotherhamIsWonderful
Rotherham College Students Host Fashion Exhibition at Rotherham Minster - Rother Radio
Rotherham College students are exhibiting their ‘Killer Fashion’ work at Rotherham Minster during the last two weeks of January 2026 from 19th to 30th January. Rotherham College part of the RNN Group ...
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January 28, 2026 at 11:24 PM
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Local News: This February, Weston Park Cancer Charity is hosting its first ever Make a Will Month. Throughout the month, supporters will be able to get expert help with writing their Will with one of the charity’s legal partners.

#Sheffield #SheffieldIsWonderful #Rotherham #Barnsley #Doncaster
Weston Park Cancer Charity launches first ever Make a Will Month - Rother Radio
This February, Weston Park Cancer Charity is hosting its first ever Make a Will Month. Throughout the month, supporters will be able to get expert help with writing their Will with one of the charity’...
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January 27, 2026 at 12:53 AM
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Local News: Rotherham Civic Society has made a posthumous award to Dame Julie Kenny, for the important role she played in saving one of the borough’s greatest assets, Wentworth Woodhouse.

#Rotherham #RotherhamIsWonderful #Wentworth #WentworthWoodhouse
Rotherham’s heritage champions honour Dame Julie Kenny - Rother Radio
Rotherham Civic Society has made a posthumous award to Dame Julie Kenny, for the important role she played in saving one of the borough’s greatest assets, Wentworth Woodhouse. The annual Sheila Camero...
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January 26, 2026 at 11:31 PM
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⚠️ Travel: In Doncaster White Rose Way is CLOSED ⛔ from the Sidings R/B to the Middle Bank R/B. Traffic delays on Carr House Road in both Directions between the Racecourse R/B and the Balby Flyover.

#Doncaster #DoncasterIsGreat #LakesideVillage
January 26, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Local News: Doncaster’s premier arts venue, Cast, has today announced the appointment of James Blakey as its new Director, marking a significant moment in the organisation’s future and reaffirming its commitment to ambitious theatre rooted in community, collaboration and social impact.
Cast appoints James Blakey as new Director, signalling bold next chapter for Doncaster’s theatre - Rother Radio
Doncaster’s premier arts venue, Cast, has today announced the appointment of James Blakey as its new Director, marking a significant moment in the organisation’s future and reaffirming its commitment ...
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January 24, 2026 at 12:33 AM
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Travel: ⚠️ Lanes 1 + 2 is CLOSED ⛔ on the M18 Northbound between J1 Bramley and J2 (A1M) due to an RTC. Delays of 1 hour 30 minutes on approach.

#Rotherham #Bramley #Wickersley #A1M #M18
January 22, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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Travel: Due to a collision the M1 is CLOSED ⛔ Southbound between J33 (Sheffield Parkway / Rotherham) and J32 (M18) following a collision.

Diversion is via the the solid triangle symbol on road signs.
January 20, 2026 at 9:26 PM
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Travel: Halifax Road between Kilner Way and Avisford Road in Sheffield is ⛔️ CLOSED due to a road traffic collision.

Police are advising people to find an alternative route.

#Sheffield #SheffieldIsSuper
January 20, 2026 at 6:22 AM
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Local News: The Tour de France is set to return to Yorkshire in 2027, as the start and finish locations for the 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift were unveiled in a nationwide “Tour de Skies” moment.

Read more at the link below 👇
January 16, 2026 at 11:12 PM
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Traffic Alert: Delays on the #A1M Northbound due to an RTC at J36 for the A630 at #Warmsworth. Delays of 30 minutes on approach.
January 16, 2026 at 6:07 PM
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When we learned there are still over 2 weeks of January left
January 15, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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Local News: Staples Opticians in Wath upon Dearne, O’Brien Fey Opticians in Wellgate and Wickersley Eye Clinic are backing the College of Optometrists’ call for people to make eye health a priority in 2026 and have offered some top tips to ensure a good outlook this New Year.
Rotherham opticians back New Year’s resolution for healthier eyes in 2026 - Rother Radio
Staples Opticians in Wath upon Dearne, O’Brien Fey Opticians in Wellgate and Wickersley Eye Clinic are backing the College of Optometrists’ call for people to make eye health a priority in 2026 and ha...
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January 15, 2026 at 3:16 AM
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Local News: Nominations are now open for a special awards ceremony recognising the outstanding work of voluntary and community groups across South Yorkshire.

The Community Celebration Awards will honour exceptional community impact in each of the region’s four areas.
South Yorkshire Community Celebration awards open for nominations - Rother Radio
Nominations are now open for a special awards ceremony recognising the outstanding work of voluntary and community groups across South Yorkshire. The Community Celebration Awards will honour exception...
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January 13, 2026 at 12:01 AM