Tuning In The unskippable event returns to Manchester

Wednesday 22nd April 2026
9:00am-1:00pm
Stoller Hall, Manchester

Audio is evolving fast. The growth of podcasts and digital audio is offering new and complimentary benefits for advertisers, while radio’s strengths in building fame and driving response are clearer than ever.

Join us at Tuning In North where we’ll hear how audio is amplifying advertising for brands, and find out what 2026 has in store.

Kicking things off with a networking breakfast, presentations will cover:

  • inspirational insights from standout campaigns
  • how innovation is making audio advertising smarter and more effective
  • the latest from some of the UK’s leading broadcasters on how they’re growing audiences and unlocking new value for advertisers

Join us in Manchester to see how audio can amplify your advertising.

Places are limited. If you’re from an advertiser, agency or member station, secure your place using the form on this page.

Speakers will be announced soon so watch out for announcements.

If you work in advertising, marketing, media, or at a Radiocentre member station — this event is built for you.

Yes, no hidden catches. It’s completely free — you just need to register.

Absolutely. Spots go quickly, so make sure you sign up to secure your place (and to get all the event updates).

No need, if you’re joining us in person, just give us your name, we’ll print your pass and you’re good to go.

Definitely. Breaks are the perfect chance to catch up with colleagues, meet new faces and swap ideas.

Yes, we’ll make sessions available on our YouTube. We’ll send details to everyone who registered once they’re ready.

Stoller Hall is directly opposite Manchester Victoria Station, within easy reach of all main train, bus, tram and road links. Visitor access is via Hunt’s Bank, with the main entrance directly facing Manchester Arena. For information on parking and access via public transport, click here.

We want to ensure our events are inclusive for all so if you have any accessibility or dietary requirements please let elyse.lewis@radiocentre.org know. All requests will be dealt with in confidence

See highlights from previous Tuning In events below. Watch all past sessions on our YouTube.

Turn Up the Feel Good - Heart Makes History

Turn Up the Feel Good - Heart Makes History

Diane Morgan and Sean Carnegie on comedy, creativity, and the power of voice

Diane Morgan and Sean Carnegie on comedy, creativity, and the power of voice

High Gain Audio - using multiplatform audio to amplify overall campaign ROI

High Gain Audio - using multiplatform audio to amplify overall campaign ROI

How Magic Radio is ushering in a new era that’s all about the “Glow Time”

How Magic Radio is ushering in a new era that’s all about the “Glow Time”

Driving in-car audio innovation with Radioplayer’s CEO Yann Legarson

Driving in-car audio innovation with Radioplayer’s CEO Yann Legarson

Exploring radio's multiplier effect in driving web traffic and campaign efficiencies with AO

Exploring radio's multiplier effect in driving web traffic and campaign efficiencies with AO