If you are new to downloading podcasts, here is a “how to guide” to download radio shows to iPhone or iPads by copying the RSS feed link. Why Download A Podcast? Downloading podcasts means you can listen to the content that you want, when you want, wherever you want. If you are on the move,…

Throughout the day on Irvine Beat FM, we marked the occasion of VE Day 75 with various features. At 11am on the 8th May 2020, the 2 minute national silence was observed. At 3pm, we ran a special sequence for the “Nation’s Toast” whic included the famous VE Day speech by then Prime Minister Winston…

Since the start of lockdown, Irvine Beat FM has continued to bring you a variety of programmes. Since March 24th 2020, our studios have been locked down and our presenters have been broadcasting from their homes. Decision To Carry On There are many local community stations around the country that made the decision to lock…

Information from NHS Ayrshire & Arran. Press release date 21 April 2020. Immunisation appointments for children and pregnant women are continuing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Scheduled immunisations are an important and legitimate medical reason to leave your house, and people who have an immunisation appointment should attend as planned. If an individual with an…

Pharmacies open in North Ayrshire over the New Year holidays With GP practices closing on Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 January, North Ayrshire residents are being urged to prepare to cope with any common health concerns, as GP practices will be closed. Community pharmacists can answer questions on choosing and using the right medicine and…

The Old Loans Inn near Troon in Ayrshire was named Small Hotel of the Year for an unprecedented third consecutive year at the 2019 Scottish Golf Tourism Week Awards in St Andrews. “We are absolutely delighted to have won this prestigious award for the third consecutive year,” enthused SimpsInns owner Malcolm Simpson. “To have been…

By Chris HoustonIrvine Beat FM Presenter At the risk of sounding flash, I have to admit being a radio presenter has brought some memorable chance meetings with those who are from TV and radio. However, the following story of what appears to be Houston’s History was around five years before I first took to the…

  This series of articles has been prepared by Iain Rose. As well as presenting on Irvine Beat FM, Iain is also a successful Business Coach. In this article Iain explains Marketing Strategy. Your Sales Strategy By Iain Rose Irvine Beat FM Presenter & Business Coach Effective marketing is crucial to the success of any…

  Good Luck, Norman! From everyone at Irvine Beat FM we wish Norman Ross who presented Friday Lunchtime all the best for the future as he departs Irvine Beat FM to take on new projects. New Lunchtime Line-Up Our weekday lunchtime programmes have gone through a line-up change! With the brilliant John Laurie now presenting…