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Copy of the Caroline Bible
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New Podcasting Guide
This book describes what a podcast is and how its made, before guiding the reader through the history of the medium and the technical aspects of the equipment needed to podcast. It covers distributors, the 'movers and shakers' in the industry, the main corporate players and sources of media coverage about this latest medium for dissemination of news, knowledge, news and entertainment. 
 
World of Radio
Radio Caroline Bible
tells the story of the world's most famous offshore radio station, from the viewpoint of those who managed and operated the station. Has many previously untold takes and pictures. New edition published at Easter 2026. For details of this 550 page book click HERE.
 
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Book about Radio Carioline Voices
A listing of all the voices heard on Caroline and her associated stations over the last six decades.  DJs and newsreaders are included, the first time that the Radio Caroline voices  have been fully listed. It covers broadcasts from all FIVE ships used by Caroline plus the recent shore-based versions.
 
As well as listing the many voices heard on the air over the eras, (see below) the book explains how Radio Caroline has recruited on-air talent, how they were paid and why so few used their own names. It also highlights the DJs who used more than one 'stage name'.  Click book for details
 
Voices on the Air  lists  every voice heard on Radio Caroline over the last six decades. It explains how Caroline recruited on-air talent, and few used their own names. Click book for details.

ONLINE RADIO guide

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The new Online Radio book tells how radio developed to digital and how this made true 'global radio' possible.
 
It describes what's needed to launch and reach over 7 BILLION listeners worldwide - you will be surprised! Advice on revenues and operations, the routes of distribution and more, all in one place. 
 
 
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PS Waverley in front of the Forts
Celebrate British offshore radio
on the PS Waverley
The world's last sea-going paddle steamer. 
and National Historic Ships UK's
National Flagship of the Year 2024
 
 
 
See the Radio Caroline ship  Ross Revenge up close
or cruise around the radio forts
with live 60s music,  and many offshore radio DJs
 
Saturday 10th October
A grand Swinging Sixties event, with live music from 60s musical duo ECLIPSE and lots of 60s music. Audio recordings of Caroline, RNI,  Atlantis, London, SRE, 270, Scotland, City, will be introduced by commentary team Steve Scruton and Ian Wyatt of BBC local radio. 
 
The Waverley will also get as close as possible to the control tower at Shivering Sands Fort, the home of RADIO CITY in the 60s. There the ashes of TOM EDWARDS, chief DJ on Radio City, will be scattered around the waters he saw daily from the studio of the stations where his career was born.  A very poignant moment for Tom's many fans. The cruise will also take in the Red Sands and Knock John forts, homes to Radio 390 and Radio Essex.
 
Many DJs from offshore stations of the last six decades will be present, as will many of Tom's BBC  and ITV colleagues, so bring your autograph books!
 
 
 
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Paddle steamers are comfortable ships and Waverley can make 18 knots.  With over £1.5 million refit completed early this year, she is a real treat to sail on. She has three great locations below decks where you can dine and drink the voyage away with a range of cold and hot food, hot drinks and some beverages of a stronger abv! Click the Waverley Excursions badge or pictures to book your seats now.
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Thames Estuary radio cruises

See the Radio Caroline ship  Ross Revenge
on the River Blackwater
or  cruise around the radio forts
with live 60s  music, &  your favourite DJs
Celebrate British offshore radio
on the PS Waverley
The World's last sea-going paddle steamer. 
and National Historic Ships UKs
National Flagship of the Year 2024
 
 
 
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Pirate Radio reunions
2 great events at sea in 2026
 

Pirates' Reunion with Waverley Cruises

Pirates Reunion

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Monday 28th September
Circling Radio Caroline
The Waverley will cruise along the River Blackwater, circling the Ross Revenge moored off Bradwell. Several Radio Caroline voices old and new will be on board and for many 'of a certain age' this is the easiest way to get out and see her one last time. (Don't for get that The Waverley is wheelchair accessible).
Hear these two historic ships salute ech other audible - a real treat!  The commentary team will be led by veteran Radio Caroline DJ and best-selling author, Ray Clark.
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Monday 29th September
Circling Caroline
The Waverley will cruise along the River Blackwater, circling the Ross Revenge moored off Bradwell. Several Radio Caroline voices old and new will be on board and for many 'of a certain age' this is the easiest way to get out and see her one last time. (PS Waverley is wheelchair accessible).
Hear these two historic ships salute ech other audibly - a real treat!  The commentary team will be led by veteran Radio Caroline DJ and best-selling author, Ray Clark.
Saturday 10th October
A grand Swinging Sixties event, with live music from 60s musical duo ECLIPSE and lots of 60s music. Audio recordings of Caroline, RNI,  Atlantis, London, SRE, 270, Scotland, City, will be introduced by commentary team Steve Scruton and Ian Wyatt of BBC local radio. 
 
The Waverley will also get as close as possible to the control tower at Shivering Sands Fort, the home of RADIO CITY in the 60s. There the ashes of TOM EDWARDS, chief DJ on Radio City, will be scattered around the waters he saw daily from the studio of the stations where his career was born.  A very poignant moment for Tom's many fans. The cruise will also take in the Red Sands and Knock John forts, homes to Radio 390 and Radio Essex.
 
Many DJs from offshore stations of the last six decades will be present, as will many of Tom's BBC  and ITV colleagues, so bring your autograph books!
 
 
 
 

on the PS Waverley

Pirates' Reunion
and a sad farewell
to a radio superstar

 
Waverley cruise to the Ross revenge
Tom Edwards sailing past Radio City
10% Discount
Yes, ten per cent discount on the Waverley cruises. Just quote FORTS2026 at checkout on the Waverley booking site and the discount will be automatically applied. 
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Events not to be missed. 
Radio enthusiasts  can get a 10% discount on tickets by using this special code on the Waverley official booking form: FORTS2026. This code can be used to discount the fares  on any of the Waverley's Thames Estuary cruises. Come along and meet many of the living legends of  offshore radio and the Thames estuary!
 
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Tom at Shivering Sands in 2024, the first time since he closed Radio City down in February 1967.
Pic by Margaret Flo McEwan
10% Discount
Yes, ten per cent discount on the Waverley cruises. Just quote FORTS2026 at checkout on the booking form and the discount will be applied. 
Click WAVERLEY to go there now
 
Tom at Shivering Sands in 2004, the first time since he closed Radio City down in 1967.
Pic by Margaret Flo McEwan
Sailing tims Waverley 10 October