The Evington Echo is a community-led newspaper and online media resource focused on local news, events, opinion, history and club activities for the Evington ward in Leicester. Published by volunteers and managed by the Friends of Evington charity, the Echo has been produced since 1981 and remains free to residents, reflecting the voices and priorities of the local community. It circulates printed editions six times a year to thousands of homes and institutions in the Evington area and maintains a regularly updated website featuring news, features and event listings. Its editorial scope includes local governance, community campaigns, wellbeing, heritage, clubs and societies, and opportunities to advertise and contribute content.
Film Leicester’s philosophy is that it’s better to work together than on your own. Filmmaking is a collaborative process which can often require many people to participate in a production.
The platform is designed to enable Leicestershire’s filmmakers and talent to support and collaborate with one another so that Leicester can be known for producing some of the best independent films in the world.
The members in the community have understood that by leaving their ego at the door, they have allowed more opportunities for the group to develop, whatever their skill level may be. This means that the support offered to those starting out their careers is as valued as those who’ve been around in the industry for years.
Need help with your script? Perhaps you urgently need crew for tomorrow? Our community makes it easy to find the services, locations and resources you need on your production by putting you in touch directly with the people who can help.
Leicester Community Radio (LCR1) is a community-centred radio station based in Leicester, committed to serving local audiences with a blend of music, community news, talk shows and cultural programming. Founded to bring local voices back into radio media, the station operates as a community interest company with a mission to empower individuals, support charities and community groups, and provide a platform for local businesses to connect with listeners. LCR1 promotes inclusion, collaboration and local engagement through volunteer-driven broadcasts reflecting Leicester’s diverse communities and interests.
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The Leicester Gazette is a locally focused independent newspaper based in Leicester, operating as a multi-stakeholder co-operative owned by its readers and journalists. Originally launched online in March 2023 (as the Great Central Gazette) and rebranded to its current name in 2024, the Gazette produces investigative reporting, in-depth features, opinion and community stories that reflect local interests often underserved by legacy media. It emphasises public-interest journalism, media literacy and community engagement, offering a collaborative platform for contributors and readers. In December 2025 the Gazette published its first free quarterly print edition, distributed across Leicester and surrounding areas.
Radio Lear, known as Leicester Emergent Arts Radio, is a volunteer-driven community radio station and creative media project broadcasting from Leicester. The initiative foregrounds metamodern sound and experimental audio practice, blending creative music, sound art, storytelling and discussion in formats that challenge conventional broadcast structures. Radio Lear provides a platform for local artists, producers and community participants to co-create innovative content, podcasts and sonic experiences that reflect contemporary culture and emergent creative practice. It operates with a ethos of inclusivity, experimentation and participatory engagement rather than commercial mass-audience programming.
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Satsang Radio is a volunteer-run community radio service based in Leicester, operated by the Hindu Sanskar Charity (Charity No. 1117667). Established in 2007 and supported by charitable giving, the station provides broadcast content centred on Hindu cultural, spiritual and social values for listeners locally, nationally and internationally. Programming focuses on devotional talk, prayer, cultural discussions and community news intended to enhance cultural awareness and social engagement. The platform emphasises community participation and charitable support.
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Soar Sound is a Community Interest Company (CIC) based in Leicester, dedicated to enriching the local and wider community through media and broadcast. The organisation produces radio content, podcasts and community-focused programming designed to educate, support wellbeing, foster economic development and strengthen civic engagement. Programming frequently highlights stories from across Leicester’s diverse communities, blends cultural content and invites local participation. Soar Sound emphasises volunteer involvement, interactive engagement and media as a tool for community cohesion and social gain.
UTSAV Radio, also known as Radio Utsav, is a nonprofit community radio station based in Leicester serving the local Gujarati community and wider South Asian audience. Broadcasting on small-scale DAB and online, the station delivers a mix of traditional and contemporary Gujarati music, talk shows, community news, cultural programming, and discussions on issues of interest to listeners in Leicester and beyond. The platform enables community members to share stories, preserve cultural heritage, and engage with local business promotion opportunities at nominal cost. Content may include Gujarati, Hindi, and occasional English segments.
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