TV channels & antenna towers in Hampden Sydney, Virginia
Hampden Sydney has 23 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 WZBJ-CD, 39 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Hampden Sydney
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWRLH-TVFox | 35 | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Good | Richmond, VA |
| CBSWTVR-TVCBS | 6 | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Good | Richmond, VA |
| TLMWZTD-LDTelemundo | 45 | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Poor | Richmond, VA |
| ABCWRIC-TVABC | 8 | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Good | Petersburg, VA |
| IONWFWG-LDION | 30.4 | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Poor | Richmond, VA |
| CWWVIR-TVCW | 29.3 | 51 mi | 359° N | Weak | Charlottesville, VA |
| CWWVIR-CDCW | 29.3 | 51 mi | 359° N | Poor | Charlottesville, VA |
| FOXWCAVFox | 27.2 | 51 mi | 359° N | Fair | Charlottesville, VA |
| ABCWVAW-LDABC | 16 | 51 mi | 359° N | Poor | Charlottesville, VA |
| NBCWWBTNBC | 12 | 56 mi | 71° ENE | Weak | Richmond, VA |
| CWWWCWCW | 21 | 65 mi | 275° W | Good | Lynchburg, VA |
| ABCWSET-TVABC | 13 | 65 mi | 275° W | Fair | Lynchburg, VA |
Over-the-air TV in Hampden Sydney
Hampden Sydney, Virginia has a population of about 1,450. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 13 full-power, 4 Class A and 6 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Hampden Sydney, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 22 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Richmond, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Richmond's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (WRIC-TV), CBS on channel 6 (WTVR-TV), NBC on channel 12 (WWBT), Fox on channel 35 (WRLH-TV), CW on channel 21 (WWCW), ION on channel 30.4 (WFWG-LD) and Telemundo on channel 45 (WZTD-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 5 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 Hampden Sydney
Point your antenna ENE, at about 69°. The main network towers for Hampden Sydney sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WVIR-TV, WVIR-CD, WCAV and WVAW-LD, transmit from the same tower site about 51 miles north of Hampden Sydney (359° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hampden Sydney at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across two other directions.
WWBT (NBC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Hampden Sydney. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hampden Sydney
The farthest main network tower for Hampden Sydney is WWBT (NBC), 56 miles away with a weak 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 Hampden Sydney
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WZBJ-CDClass A | 39 mi | 282° WNW | Weak | Lynchburg, VA |
| WCVE-TVFull power | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Good | Richmond, VA |
| WCVWFull power | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Fair | Richmond, VA |
| WNVTFull power | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Good | Spotsylvania, VA |
| WUDW-LDLow power | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Poor | Richmond, VA |
| WWBK-LDLow power | 51 mi | 68° ENE | Poor | Richmond, VA |
| WHTJFull power | 51 mi | 359° N | Good | Charlottesville, VA |
| WNVCFull power | 51 mi | 359° N | Good | Culpeper, VA |
| WAHU-LDClass A | 51 mi | 359° N | Poor | Crozet, VA |
| WRID-LDLow power | 56 mi | 71° ENE | Poor | Richmond, VA |
| WMDV-LDLow power | 62 mi | 236° SW | Poor | Danville, VA |
How Hampden Sydney compares with the rest of Virginia
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Hampden Sydney ranks 271st of 381 places in Virginia: fewer than the typical Virginia town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 51 miles away, against a state median of 21 miles.
31% of Virginia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Lynchburg, 39 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hampden Sydney: 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 71° ENE, the direction of WWBT (NBC), 56 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 Hampden Sydney, VA?
ABC is on channel 8 from WRIC-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles ENE of Hampden Sydney. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Hampden Sydney, VA?
CBS is on channel 6 from WTVR-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles ENE of Hampden Sydney. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Hampden Sydney, VA?
NBC is on channel 12 from WWBT, broadcasting from 56 miles ENE of Hampden Sydney. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Hampden Sydney, VA?
Fox is on channel 35 from WRLH-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles ENE of Hampden Sydney. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Hampden Sydney, VA?
CW is on channel 21 from WWCW, broadcasting from 65 miles W of Hampden Sydney. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hampden Sydney?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Hampden Sydney; 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 Hampden Sydney?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 69°. The main network towers for Hampden Sydney sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hampden Sydney?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Hampden Sydney?
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 Hampden Sydney?
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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