Missing a bit of Radio 2 while you’re travelling? You’re not alone. Lots of UK listeners want to keep up with Scott Mills when they’re abroad, but BBC Sounds can be a little fussy once you leave the country. Here’s a clear, no-nonsense guide on how to listen wherever you are in the world.
Can You Access BBC Radio 2 Abroad?
Short answer: not reliably, unless you use a workaround.
BBC Sounds is designed mainly for UK audiences, and because of music rights and licensing agreements, much of its live radio — including Radio 2 — is geo-restricted abroad. This means the app itself will open, but certain programmes or live streams simply won’t play.
That’s why many people find they suddenly can’t listen to Radio 2 the moment they step off the plane.
The Simple Fix: Use a VPN
If you’re a UK resident travelling abroad, a VPN (Virtual Private Network) is the easiest way to keep listening to Scott Mills live.
A VPN lets your phone, tablet or laptop appear as though it’s back in the UK, even when you’re sitting beside a pool in Spain or stuck in an airport in the US. This instantly restores access to BBC Sounds exactly as if you were at home.
Popular VPNs that usually work well with BBC Sounds include:
NordVPN – often mentioned because it’s reliable and quick, and commonly discounted.
ExpressVPN – known for strong streaming performance.
Surfshark – a cheaper option that still works smoothly.
Once connected to a UK server, open BBC Sounds and hit play as normal. Job done.
Listening to Scott Mills: Your Options Abroad
1. Live on BBC Radio 2 (with VPN)
If you want the full, live daytime show, using a VPN is the most consistent way to access Radio 2 abroad. Connect to a UK server, open BBC Sounds, and enjoy.
2. Clips & Social Content
The BBC Radio 2 socials and YouTube often share moments from the show that you can watch anywhere in the world.
3. Choose Unofficial Mills
We have a whole library of old podcasts and clips from the past 25 years on our website.
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