The Radio X Best of British 500 with B&Q event is scheduled for Easter weekend, providing an exciting countdown of the most popular British songs. The broadcast begins on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, at 9 am, hosted by Chris Moyles.
Event Details
This year’s countdown features contributions from various well-known presenters:
- Good Friday, April 3:
- 9 am – Chris Moyles
- 10 am – Toby Tarrant
- 1 pm – Issy Panayis
- 4 pm – Dan Gasser
- Saturday, April 4:
- 1 pm – Sophie Sveinsson
- 4 pm – Dan Gasser
- Sunday, April 5:
- 1 pm – Sophie Sveinsson
- 4 pm – Dan Gasser
- 7 pm – Dan O’Connell
- Easter Monday, April 6:
- 7 am – Toby Tarrant
- 11 am – Issy Panayis
- 3 pm – Dan Gasser
Dan Gasser will announce the winner shortly before 7 pm on Easter Monday, marking the end of this thrilling musical event.
History of the Best of British Poll
Since its inception in 2016, the Best of British poll has seen standout tracks claim the title. Oasis has been a dominant force, winning multiple times:
- Oasis – “Live Forever” (five-time champion)
- Oasis – “Wonderwall” (inaugural winner)
- Queen – “Bohemian Rhapsody” (winners in 2017, 2019, and 2020)
- Sam Fender – “Seventeen Going Under” (2022 winner)
These songs reflect the diverse and rich history of British music, making the countdown a highly anticipated event.
Tune In
Listeners can enjoy the Radio X Best of British 500 with B&Q on 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, and across the UK via DAB digital radio. The event will also be streamed on the Global Player app, accessible on smart speakers, iOS, and Android devices.
This Easter weekend promises to celebrate the best of British music in an engaging and memorable way—don’t miss out!
