Glastonbury 2025: Meet the BBC Presenters Bringing You All the Festival Action!

Amid all the excitement at this year’s Glastonbury Festival, it can be challenging to stay updated on must-watch performances; however, luckily, the BBC is here to help us out.

As we grapple with the dilemma of deciding between watching Charli XCX or Doechii, since they’re scheduled at the same time, popular BBC presenters will ensure that we don’t miss any of the weekend’s top moments by providing us with a way to catch up on what we might have missed.

Which friends of yours are planning to attend the festivities at Worthy Farm this year? To keep you updated regardless if you’re tuning in through television, radio, or online streaming, over two dozen broadcasting stations will be on site.

Below, we provide essential information regarding the hosts for this year’s broadcast, along with their respective locations.

This write-up outlines key details on the individuals presenting this year’s event, as well as their respective stations.

Glastonbury 2025 presenters: Who is fronting BBC coverage for festival?

The BBC is deploying some of its most prominent personalities across television and radio for comprehensive festival coverage – this includes major stage events, live interviews, as well as studio performances.

The main presenters are as follows. Read on for where you’ll find them across the weekend.

Anita Rani

One of the presenters who will lead the BBC’s broadcast of Glastonbury Festival this year is Anita Rani, who is most recognized for her roles in BBC One’s Countryfile, Watchdog, and The One Show.

Annie Macmanus

This year, Annie Macmanus – an author, broadcaster, and renowned DJ – will lead the BBC’s coverage as well. She initially gained popularity as a DJ on BBC Radio 1 and is most recognized for her successful novel titled “Mother Mother.” Additionally, she hosts the podcast, Changes, which airs on Spotify.

Arielle Free

Arielle Free hails from Scotland and is recognized as both a disc jockey and radio host. Her broadcasting journey commenced on the children’s program Scrambled on ITV, however, it’s her work on BBC Radio 1 that she is most famed for.

Cerys Matthews

Cerys Matthews serves as both a vocalist and lyricist, along with being a radio broadcaster for the BBC. On Sundays, she manages and presents a morning program on BBC Radio 6 Music.

Clara Amfo

This year, Clara Amfo, a former DJ at Radio 1, will take on hosting responsibilities as well. She initially rose to fame at Kiss FM, then moved to BBC Radio 1Xtra in 2013 where she hosted the weekend breakfast show. Her most recognized role is hosting Future Sounds on BBC Radio 1. Additionally, she has also been a host for ITV2’s BRIT Awards coverage, the BBC Proms, and Radio 1’s Big Weekend.

Craig Charles

This year, Craig Charles, known for his work as an actor, presenter, and disc jockey, will be handling the BBC’s coverage of Glastonbury. His fame reached many homes when he landed the part of Dave Lister, a technician, in Red Dwarf in 1988. Since then, he has appeared in Robot Wars and Coronation Street. Additionally, Craig Charles has worked as a DJ and has been hosting The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show on BBC radio since 2002.

Danni Diston

Danni Diston is the co-host of BBC Radio 1’s Weekend Breakfast show alongside Sam MacGregor.

Danny Howard

Danny Howard hails from Britain, where he works as a disc jockey, music producer, and radio broadcaster. Currently, he is the main host for the Dance Party segment on BBC Radio 1.

Deb Grant

Currently, Deb Grant serves as the presenter for the New Music Fix program on BBC6 Music. She’s not only a radio host, but also a disc jockey and author.

Dermot O’Leary

This year, television and radio personality Dermot O’Leary will take on the role of host for the BBC’s coverage of Glastonbury. Most notably recognized as the presenter of shows like “This Morning,” “Channel 4’s Big Brother Little Brother,” and “The X Factor.

DJ Target

DJ Target is primarily recognized as a radio presenter, with his claim to fame stemming from his membership in the grime group Roll Deep, and his work on BBC Radio 1Xtra.

Gilles Peterson

Giles Peterson is most recognized as the radio host who presents a popular weekend program every Saturday on BBC Radio 6 Music.

Greg James

As a movie enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that I, Greg James, am set to lead the BBC’s broadcast this year. I’m recognized widely as an author, radio broadcaster, and television presenter, particularly for my role on the Radio 1 Breakfast Show.

Huw Stephens

This year at Glastonbury, you’ll hear coverage from Huw Stephens, a well-known broadcaster, DJ, and host, recognized for his work on shows like BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio Cymru. At only 17, Huw broke records as the youngest presenter ever on BBC Radio 1 when he joined the station.

Jack Saunders

Saunders is recognized as the host of Radio 1’s main New Music Program, also known for his work as a radio disc jockey and television presenter.

Jamz Supernova

Jamz Supernova serves as a radio broadcaster, disc jockey, and head of the record label Future Bounce. She’s most famed for her weekly show airing every Saturday on BBC Radio 6 Music.

Jo Whiley

Jo Whiley, a renowned disc jockey and broadcaster, has had a prosperous journey in both radio and television. Her big break came when she became a host for WPFM, a youth culture and music program on Radio 4. Since then, she’s hosted multiple shows on BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 2.

Lauren Laverne

This individual is most recognized for hosting Desert Island Discs on Radio 4, along with the morning program on BBC Radio 6 Music and The One Show. Additionally, she served as the frontwoman and guitarist for the band Kenickie.

Nathan Shepherd

Broadcaster Nathan Shepherd is best known for hosting BBC Radio 6 Music’s Indie Forever show.

Nick Grimshaw

This year, Nick Grimshaw will be on-air live from Worthy Farm as well. Most recognized for hosting the BBC Radio 1 breakfast show until his departure in 2018 (which was subsequently filled by Greg James), he is now the host of the BBC Radio 6 Music Breakfast Show following Lauren Laverne’s tenure earlier in 2025.

Sam MacGregor

Sam MacGregor is the co-host of BBC Radio 1’s Weekend Breakfast show alongside Danni Diston.

Sarah Story

Radio DJ Sarah Story is best known for presenting Radio 1’s Future Dance.

Steve Lamacq

As a seasoned movie critic, I’ve had the pleasure of navigating the vibrant landscape of radio broadcasting for quite some time. Much like how a film director orchestrates a cinematic masterpiece, Steve Lamacq, a multi-talented DJ and journalist, has skillfully conducted his own narrative in the world of radio.

From 1993 to 1997, he shared the stage with Jo Whiley on Radio 1’s The Evening Session, much like two lead actors sharing scenes in a movie. But, just as a good film character doesn’t rest on their laurels, Lamacq didn’t either. He made a bold move, transitioning from Radio 1 to BBC Radio 6 Music, where he continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of wit, knowledge, and passion for music.

Zoe Ball

This year, Zoe Ball will be leading the BBC’s coverage of the festival. She is famously recognized for her roles, such as hosting the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show and Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two. In 1998, she made broadcasting history by becoming the first female presenter of BBC Radio 1’s Breakfast Show.

TV Coverage

On the Glastonbury Channel, Clara Amfo, Huw Stephens, Jack Saunders, Jamz Supernova, Jo Whiley, and Lauren Laverne will take turns hosting, ensuring you’re always in the loop about the latest happenings, thanks to BBC’s dedicated streaming service.

Switching Gears to Glastonbury Podcast: Annie Macmanus and Nick Grimshaw are set to release three episodes of their podcast, showcasing interviews with various acts as well as other content. You can catch Rod Stewart’s interview right away, while the remaining two episodes will be aired on BBC Radio 6 Music on Friday and Sunday at 6-7pm. On Thursday at 12pm, they will record and broadcast a live episode from the BBC Introducing stage.

For Glastonbury 2025 Live on BBC Two, Clara Amfo and Lauren Laverne will serve as weekend hosts.

All Day Glastonbury (BBC Radio 6 Music)

Apart from showcasing the standout moments of Glastonbury festivals over the years, these are the DJs who will be present at Worthy Farm to broadcast their shows live.

Nick Grimshaw (Wednesday and Thursday 7-10am).
Deb Grant and Nathan Shepherd for New Music Fix Daily (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 7-9pm).
Lauren Laverne (Thursday and Friday 10am-1pm)
Craig Charles (Thursday 1pm-4pm, Saturday 1pm-4pm)
Jamz Supernova (Friday 1-4pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm)
Huw Stephens (Friday 4-6pm, Saturday 9pm-midnight, Sunday 4-6pm)
Steve Lamacq (Friday 9pm-12am and Sunday 9pm-12am)
Cerys Matthews (Saturday 4-7pm, Sunday 10am-1pm)

BBC Radio 1, Radio 1 Dance and 1Xtra

In addition to the BBC Radio 6 team being present, the following DJs will likewise be stationed at Worthy Farm, broadcasting their shows live directly from the venue.

Jack Saunders (Thursday 6-8pm)
Greg James (Friday 7-10am)
Sam MacGregor and Danni Diston (Saturday 1-4pm)
DJ Target presents 1Xtra’s Pre-Party show (Saturday 7-9pm).

On both Thursday (8-11pm) and Friday (starting at 6pm), control of the BBC Introducing Stage will pass to Danny Howard, Arielle Free, and Sarah Story. This stage’s events will be broadcast simultaneously on BBC Radio 1 and Radio 1 Dance.

BBC Radio 2

On BBC Radio 2, the excitement doesn’t pass them by either! Several notable personalities are airing their shows live directly from the venue, keeping you updated with the most recent happenings during the weekend.

Dermot O’Leary (Saturday 8-10am)
Zoe Ball (Saturday 1-3pm)
Jo Whiley (Sunday 5-8pm)

BBC Radio 4

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