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BBC Radio Solent (Dorset)

BBC Radio Solent (Dorset)

The Sound the South and All The Music You Love

BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) is the Dorset service of BBC Radio Solent, bringing local news, regional conversation and community-focused broadcasting to listeners in and around Dorchester and Dorset.

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About BBC Radio Solent (Dorset)

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  • FM – 103.8 FM
  • DAB – DAB
  • Online – Live streaming online

BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) gives listeners in Dorset a localised BBC radio service with a strong focus on regional stories, community issues and practical everyday information. It sits within the wider BBC Radio Solent service while serving Dorset listeners directly.

The station covers local headlines, discussion, weather and other information relevant to Dorset, alongside speech and music programming through the day.

You can listen on FM, on DAB digital radio and online, making it easy to stay connected whether you are in Dorchester, elsewhere in Dorset or listening on the move.

For listeners who want BBC local radio with a Dorset focus, BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) offers a useful blend of information, company and regional relevance.

Notable shows & presenters are:

  • Local programming: BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) carries local news and speech programming relevant to Dorset listeners.

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Contact Information

Main switchboard:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001d7gk

Postal address:
BBC Radio Solent (Dorset)
Dorchester, Dorset

BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) FAQ

What is BBC Radio Solent (Dorset)?
BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) is the Dorset service of BBC Radio Solent, serving Dorchester and wider Dorset with local broadcasting.

How can I listen to BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) live?
You can listen live online, on 103.8 FM and on DAB digital radio.

What kind of content does BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) broadcast?
BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) broadcasts local news, discussion, community updates and speech-led regional programming.

Who is BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) for?
BBC Radio Solent (Dorset) is for listeners in Dorset who want local BBC radio focused on the area.