Patrick Boniface Journalist, Photographer & Broadcaster

Patrick Boniface

Journalist, Photographer & Broadcaster

Overview

Journalist, Photographer, Broadcaster

Portrait of Patrick Boniface

Patrick Boniface is an award-winning broadcaster, journalist, and author with extensive experience in journalism, public relations, and broadcast presentation.

Known for his creativity, organisation, and confident personality, Patrick has held a variety of management roles that demonstrate his excellent interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in diverse work environments.

Sought-after author

Since 2012, Patrick has contributed articles to publications such as The Market Magazine and Military History Monthly, and serves as the naval correspondent for Sea Breezes magazine, writing a monthly column.

He has authored seven non-fiction books with Periscope Publishing and Navy Books, alongside other fiction titles, and continues to work on web-based projects involving copywriting and photography.

Award winning broadcaster

His broadcasting work spans numerous radio stations across Southeast England, including Academy FM in Ramsgate, CTRfm, CTFM, KMFM, RFM in Maidstone, and most recently Radio Victory in Portsmouth.

In recognition of his talent, he received the Silver Award for Best Male Broadcaster at the Community Radio Awards in 2023.

Multi-skilled manager and trainer

Earlier in his career, Patrick gained experience as Communications Assistant at Kent and Medway NHS Trust, freelance journalist and broadcaster for KMFM stations, and Assistant Radio Station Manager at Academy FM, where he trained young broadcasters and produced live radio content. He also played a pivotal role at County Town Radio in community engagement, publicity, and programming.

Full appropriate certification

Patrick holds an NCTJ Certificate in Writing for the Periodical Press, a City and Guilds Certificate in Media Techniques: Radio and Journalism, and has pursued further studies through the Open University.

A passion for writing

Outside of his professional work, Patrick is passionate about creative writing, having recently published five novels available on Amazon, alongside multiple naval-focused publications.

He is also a dedicated follower of Formula One, enjoys countryside walks, fitness activities, and maintains an active social life.

Journalism

Magazines & Journals

I am a regular contributor to several magazines and journals for news, articles and long form journalism.

For over forty years I have been writing for magazines and specialist journals both in the United Kingdom and abroad. I have developed a specialism in maritime/naval and aviation subjects, but I am also interested in transport, history, countryside issues, cars, trucks and railways.

Magazine page: Pre-Dreadnoughts, USS Texas Magazine page: US Navy battleships in World War I and the treaties of the 1920s and 30s
Battleships of the United States Navy — cover

Journalism

Books

My first book was published over 20 years ago, it was on Britain's first nuclear powered attack submarine, HMS Dreadnought. Since then numerous other titles, mostly on naval subjects, have followed.

In recent years I have started writing specialist bookazines on naval and aviation subjects as diverse as US battleships, the SR-71 Blackbird spy plane and the history of the US Coast Guard.

War at Sea, Issue 10: USS Enterprise — cover
  • Loch Class Frigates
  • Battle Class Destroyers
  • Dreadnought
  • HMS Cumberland
  • HMS Cavalier: Past & Present
  • Cats and Cathedrals
  • Type 81: A History of the Tribal Class Frigate
  • US Navy Warships & Auxiliaries 2019
  • British Warships & Auxiliaries 2021
  • British Warships & Auxiliaries 2022
  • British Warships & Auxiliaries 2023
  • British Warships & Auxiliaries 2024
  • British Warships & Auxiliaries 2025

Photography

Landscape

Picture: Ballyquin Beach in Ireland, taken for “The Irishman”, July 2012.
Camera: Canon EOS R5 Mark II. Settings: f6.3, 1/1000, iso640.

Broadcasting

Broadcasting

Since turning professional in 1998, I have worked across the South East at a range of radio stations. From TLR in Thanet to CTFM in Canterbury, KFM in Tonbridge and Channel Travel Radio at the Eurotunnel complex at Folkestone.

I have also worked as a travel presenter at Trafficlink in London and as a weekend breakfast show host on the pan European Globecast Radio where we covered the world of global motorsport news.

Establishing a radio station
in my home town

After a stint at seven separate KMFM radio stations across Kent, I chose to devote my attention to completing the dream of establishing a radio station in my home town of Maidstone, a project I had been working on for 15 years.

The dream came to fruition in 2003 with the creation of CTRfm where I presented different radio shows until CTRfm was sold to KMFM who re-employed me.

Presenting and training
at Academy FM

In 2010 I started working for Academy FM Thanet in Ramsgate where I still present a weekly radio show and also teach people of all ages communication and confidence skills through radio broadcasting.

My most recent appointment -
Radio Victory

In 2025 I also started working with Radio Victory in Portsmouth.

Listen to Patrick’s Community Radio Award submission, part 1.

Clients

Clients

Magazines and Journals

  • Aeroplane Monthly
  • Air Pictorial
  • Aviation Weekly
  • Best of British
  • Canal and Waterways
  • Classic and Sports Car
  • Classic Truck
  • Heritage Commercial Vehicles
  • Italian Car
  • Janes Defence Weekly
  • Marine Modelling
  • Radio Victory
  • Mercedes Magazine
  • Military History Monthly
  • Model Boats
  • Navy International
  • Railway Bylines
  • Railways Today UK
  • Sea Breezes
  • Shipping today and Yesterday
  • Ships Monthly
  • The Market Magazine
  • The Motor Ship
  • This England
  • Warships International Fleet Review
  • Warships World Pictorial
  • Warships World
  • World of Warships
  • Waterways World

Radio

  • Academy FM Thanet
  • Channel Travel Radio
  • KMFM
  • KFM
  • Lark FM
  • Maidstone Festival Radio
  • Neptune Radio
  • RFM
  • TLR
  • Trafficlink
  • 20/20 FM

Documentaries

  • Documentary work for Media Prima, UAE
  • Documentary on Japan Airlines hijacking

Testimonials

Testimonials

Patrick is a great addition to our presentation line-up on Radio Victory, and always brings a really strong mixture of musical knowledge and journalistic insight.

Neil Crespin,
Programme Director.

First and foremost, Patrick is a genuinely good person - approachable, professional, and a pleasure to work with. He also has a rich, distinctive voice perfectly suited to broadcasting.

Patrick brings decades of experience at the highest levels of both commercial and community radio, combining deep industry knowledge with natural on-air talent. Just as importantly, he has a real gift for sharing those skills, whether through one-to-one coaching, or training larger groups in the craft of radio broadcasting.

Kevin Field, Director, Field Media, Communications Leader, HMPPS London Prisons Group, Prison Media Pioneer, Podcasting, Audio & Live Event Specialist, Event Host and Presenter.

Patrick is an excellent presenter. Laid back or upbeat, he is always a good listen and an adaptable team member.

Ian McGregor,
Presenter.

I've known Paddy for many years now, totally professional and a great voice for radio too.

Spencer Cork,
Voice over artist.

I've known Patrick Boniface (in the radio world we refer to him as ‘Paddy Foster’), for more than 30 years. Over that time, I've watched Patrick build an outstanding career in broadcasting and communications.

He is an accomplished radio presenter and a talented voice-over artist whose voice has fronted countless advertising campaigns. He’s also a respected author of fiction and non-fiction books. Whatever the role, Patrick brings professionalism, creativity and authenticity to everything he does.

What has always set Patrick apart is his ability to connect with people. Whether he's behind a microphone, recording a commercial, writing a book or speaking to an audience, he has a natural warmth that immediately puts people at ease. He communicates with honesty, empathy and genuine passion, making every listener feel valued.

I'm incredibly proud to have worked alongside Patrick for over three decades. He is someone of integrity, kindness and immense talent, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him - whether you're looking for an engaging broadcaster, a trusted voice-over artist, an inspiring speaker or a gifted author.

Debbie Day
Station Manager
Academy FM Thanet

Contact

Contact

Mobile:
07740 373 350
Email:
patrick@pbmedia.org.uk
Website:
www.patrickboniface.co.uk
Patrick Boniface in a radio studio

Awards

Awards

In 2023 I was delighted to secure the Silver Award for Best Male presenter at that year's Community Radio Awards held in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

I was surprised to achieve this accolade at my very first entry into the competition. I have subsequently been nominated in the same category in the following years.

Patrick holding his Silver Award certificate at the Community Radio Awards
Above:
Best Male presenter Silver Award at the 2023 Community Radio Awards.