Schedule
Early
01:00
As BBC Radio 5 live—25/12/2017
BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.
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Morning
06:00
Mike Shaft—Bishop John Arnold (25/12/2017)
The Bishop of Salford, John Arnold, joins Mike to share his Christmas message.
10:00
Sarah Collins and Jack Dearden—Christmas dedications (25/12/2017)
Present unwrapping, festive songs and dedications for Christmas morning.
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Afternoon
12:00
BBC Radio Manchester Special—The Spirit Of Manchester Christmas Concert
The BBC Philharmonic are joined by local choirs with readings from Julie Hesmondhalgh.(R)
13:00
Eamonn O'Neal and Jimmy Wagg—Alison Sands, Buzz Hawkins and guests (25/12/2017)
Christmas afternoon with Eamonn and Jimmy with music from Alison Sands and Buzz Hawkins.
15:00
Mike Sweeney—Sweeney's Festive Rock and Roll Time Machine (25/12/2017)
Mike takes you on a journey in his festive Rock and Roll Time Machine.
17:00
Jason Hardy—Alexander O'Neal (25/12/2017)
Jason chats to Alexander O'Neal about his career and how he nearly became a truck driver.
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Evening
18:00
BBC Radio Manchester Special—Mike Sweeney's charity extravaganza (25/12/2017)
Highlights from Mike's extravaganza at The Lowry in aid of BBC Children in Need.
19:00
Georgey Spanswick—Christmas Day (25/12/2017)
Festive music and conversation as Georgey brings together the best of BBC Local Radio.
22:00
Gerald Jackson—Unforgettable at Christmas (25/12/2017)
Gerald plays a nostalgic selection of festive favourites to round off Christmas Day.
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Late
01:00
As BBC Radio 5 live—26/12/2017
BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.
