TV channels & antenna towers in Stratford, New Hampshire
Stratford has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WVTB, 18 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Stratford
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWFFF-TVFox | 44 | 63 mi | 262° W | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| ABCWVNYABC | 22 | 63 mi | 262° W | Weak | Burlington, VT |
| CBSWCAX-TVCBS | 3 | 63 mi | 262° W | Good | Burlington, VT |
| NBCWPTZNBC | 5 | 63 mi | 262° W | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| CWWNNECW | 31 | 63 mi | 262° W | Good | Montpelier, VT |
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 68 mi | 145° SE | Weak | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 68 mi | 145° SE | Good | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 68 mi | 145° SE | Fair | Poland Spring, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 69 mi | 142° SE | Good | Portland, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Stratford
With roughly 1,000 residents, Stratford is a small community in New Hampshire. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 12 full-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out. Three of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Burlington, VT, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Burlington's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 8 (WMTW), CBS on channel 3 (WCAX-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WCSH), Fox on channel 44 (WFFF-TV), CW on channel 31 (WNNE) and ION on channel 35 (WIPL). 3 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Stratford
The main network towers around Stratford are in different directions: ABC 145° SE (68 mi), CBS 262° W (63 mi), NBC 142° SE (69 mi) and Fox 262° W (63 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Five network stations, WFFF-TV, WVNY, WCAX-TV, WPTZ and WNNE, transmit from the same tower site about 63 miles west of Stratford (262° W). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Stratford at fair strength or better, 57% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Stratford, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Stratford
The farthest main network tower for Stratford is WCSH (NBC), 69 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Stratford
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WVTBFull power | 18 mi | 251° WSW | Good | St. Johnsbury, VT |
| WLED-TVFull power | 23 mi | 203° SSW | Good | Littleton, NH |
| W34DQ-DTranslator | 23 mi | 28° NNE | Fair | Pittsburgh, NH |
| W04BS-DTranslator | 41 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Bethel, ME |
| W03AM-DTranslator | 58 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Harrison, ME |
| WETKFull power | 63 mi | 262° W | Fair | Burlington, VT |
How Stratford compares with the rest of New Hampshire
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Stratford ranks 136th of 178 places in New Hampshire: fewer than the typical New Hampshire town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 63 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.
69% of New Hampshire's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Stratford: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 142° SE, the direction of WCSH (NBC), 69 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 11 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is ABC in Stratford, NH?
ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 68 miles SE of Stratford. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Stratford, NH?
CBS is on channel 3 from WCAX-TV, broadcasting from 63 miles W of Stratford. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Stratford, NH?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 69 miles SE of Stratford. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Stratford, NH?
Fox is on channel 44 from WFFF-TV, broadcasting from 63 miles W of Stratford. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Stratford, NH?
CW is on channel 31 from WNNE, broadcasting from 63 miles W of Stratford. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Stratford?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Stratford; around 11 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Stratford?
The main network towers around Stratford are in different directions: ABC 145° SE (68 mi), CBS 262° W (63 mi), NBC 142° SE (69 mi) and Fox 262° W (63 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Stratford?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 120° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Stratford?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Stratford?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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More: all TV stations in New Hampshire · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Stratford; signal estimates ignore terrain.