Graham Norton is returning to Virgin Radio
Graham Norton is making a return to Virgin Radio UK for a special one-off show airing live from Edinburgh on Sunday 24 August.
Graham Norton is making a return to Virgin Radio UK for a special one-off show airing live from Edinburgh on Sunday 24 August.
The popular presenter will be back in his old mid-morning slot, broadcasting from 10am to 1pm in front of a live audience at the Commons Club Bar inside Virgin Hotels Edinburgh. The show will coincide with the final weekend of the city’s iconic festival and promises Norton’s signature humour, celebrity guests, and plenty of entertainment, all in celebration of summer and the arts.
Graham said: “I’m so looking forward to catching up with all the Virgin listeners and thrilled that we are going to be celebrating the legendary Edinburgh festival from the heart of the city. The whole thing feels like an end of summer treat.”
This marks Graham’s first show on Virgin Radio since he stepped down from his regular Saturday and Sunday morning programmes in December 2023, after three years on the station. His departure left a notable gap in the weekend line-up, and this new broadcast offers fans a welcome chance to hear him back on air.
The live event also represents a first for Virgin Radio, as it will be the station’s debut broadcast from a Virgin Hotel. Located in the historic India Buildings just off Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, the Commons Club Bar boasts views of Edinburgh Castle and sits right at the heart of the festival buzz.
Ellie Davis, Deputy Content Director at Virgin Radio, said: “It’s an absolute pleasure to welcome Graham back to the Virgin Radio family for this extra-special show live from the Virgin Hotels Edinburgh.”
Mafalda Alburquerque, General Manager at Virgin Hotels Edinburgh, added: “There couldn’t be a more perfect setting for Graham’s sensational return to Virgin Radio.”
Virgin Red members can be part of the exclusive audience by redeeming tickets through the Virgin Red app using Virgin Points. The ticket includes food and drink from the venue’s bar and kitchen, with availability limited.
Norton’s Edinburgh return is set to be a summer radio highlight, bringing together live broadcasting, festival energy, and a presenter audiences have dearly missed on weekend mornings.
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