Freesat is a digital satellite service from both the BBC & ITV. It is an alternative to SKY and is subscription free.

All the main channels are offered and with the right receiver & TV, you can also access some high-definition channels. The service also offers a useful 8-day channel guide.

Please see below for a selection of channels offered.

BBC1, BBC2, BBC4, ITV1, ITV2, ITV3, ITV4, Channel 4, More4, E4, Film4, Bubble Hits (music), Vault (music), Sky News, Free Sports along with the BBC channels, ITV1 and Channel 5 also available in high-definition and a selection of the main UK radio channels. Other non-Freesat platform channels can also be added if they are available ‘free to air’ from the Astra 2 (28.2° east) satellite.

To view the full list of available channels, check the Freesat website.

One thing to be aware of is that the ‘catch up’ services like BBC iPlayer are not available. It may be possible to circumvent this with the use of a VPN but this is not something we assist with. A high-definition Freesat receiver is available along with PVR (personal video recorder) versions which allows you to record one channel whilst watching another. Recordings are stored on a hard-drive on the PVR ready for playback at a convenient time. Ideally, a PVR like this requires 2 cables to be run from the satellite dish.​

Please be aware though that Freesat is NOT the same as Freeview in the UK. Your Freeview box will not receive UK TV here in France and Freesat does not carry exactly the same suite of channels.

Subscription Packages

Contrary to what you may believe, your existing or new satellite subscription packages will work the same in France, although a larger dish will usually be required.

However, please be aware that we do not arrange viewing cards or sell SKY digiboxes. We can though offer advice in this regard, so please feel to ask if you have any questions.

Our Installations

All our installations are carried out personally and waiting times for installations are kept to a minimum where possible. Under normal circumstances, we can usually install within 10 days of your request. The majority of our equipment is French and is supplied by one of the largest makers of satellite TV equipment in France.

A standard ‘full installation’ consists of the following equipment: A 65cm professional quality satellite dish aligned to the satellite of your choice A right angled wall bracket and all required fixings (though other bracket types are available) High-quality 17 cable (as much as is required) A digital satellite receiver of your choice (pre-agreed), set up and demonstration​​. When ordering an installation, we would be grateful if you could ascertain if you have a wall with a clear aspect to the South/South East as this is where the dish will normally be mounted. We also offer to install your own pre-purchased equipment, but naturally, offer no equipment guarantees under such circumstances.