Broadcasting local news, sport, music and arts and providing volunteer opportunities and training to people living and working in the South Durham area.

105.9 Bishop FM serves listeners and volunteers in South Durham. The radio station broadcasts unique programmes with local news, sport and music, and provides training and opportunities for volunteers to create and produce these programmes. 105.9 Bishop FM aims to reflect the diverse interests of people in South Durham, from local issues to specialist music.

105.9 Bishop FM aims to broadcast an extensive range of locally-focused programming including news, music, discussion and sport. Membership is open to all members of the community, and volunteers are given the chance to conceive, present and promote a programme. Volunteers also gain other skills and confidence through their involvement with the station and its audience. Local community groups, schools and businesses use the station as a platform that might not otherwise be available.