Greatest Hits Radio Dorset
The Good Times Sound Like This
Greatest Hits Radio Dorset brings classic hits, familiar presenters and local updates to Dorchester, Weymouth, Bridport, Bournemouth, Poole, Shaftesbury and the wider Dorset area.
About Greatest Hits Radio Dorset
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Frequencies & locations:
- Dorchester, Weymouth and Isle of Portland – 97.2 FM
- West Dorset – 96.0 FM
- North Dorset – 96.6 FM and 97.4 FM
- Poole and East Dorset – 105.8 FM
- Digital – DAB digital radio, online and smart speakers
Greatest Hits Radio Dorset is the local Greatest Hits Radio service for Dorset, covering areas including Dorchester, Weymouth, Bridport, Bournemouth, Poole and Shaftesbury. The station combines the network’s familiar 70s, 80s and 90s music format with local and regional information for listeners across the county.
The playlist is built around recognisable classic hits from artists such as Queen, ABBA, Blondie, David Bowie, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Prince. It is a strong everyday station for Dorset listeners who want music they know, regular updates and presenters who can carry a proper radio show rather than just filling silence between songs.
For listeners in Dorchester and the wider Dorset area, the local service matters because it keeps the national Greatest Hits Radio format connected to the county. Local and regional news, weather and travel updates give the station a practical daily role, while network shows from names such as Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo and Rossie provide the bigger Greatest Hits Radio sound.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Ken Bruce: Ken Bruce hosts the mid-morning show on Greatest Hits Radio, including PopMaster and The Top 10 til Ken.
- Simon Mayo: Simon Mayo presents The Simon Mayo Drivetime Show, bringing music, conversation and listener interaction to the end of the day.
- Rossie: Rossie presents Greatest Hits at Breakfast, with music, chat, the Morning Mystery Oldie and The Top 10 til Ken.
- Jackie Brambles: Jackie Brambles presents evening shows on Greatest Hits Radio, with classic hits and interviews with well-known artists from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
- Kate Thornton: Kate Thornton presents daytime and weekend features on Greatest Hits Radio, including countdown and pop-focused shows.
- Jenny Powell: Jenny Powell hosts music-led shows including The Mix Tape, with feel-good songs from the classic hits era.
- Richard Allinson: Richard Allinson presents music-led shows including Sunday’s Greatest Love Songs and The Top 10 til 10.
- Andy Crane: Andy Crane presents late-night Greatest Hits Radio shows, including The Top 10 at 10 and Midnight Music Marathon.
Contact Information
Official website:
https://www.hellorayo.co.uk/greatest-hits/dorset/
Studio email:
the-boss@greatesthitsradio.co.uk
Main switchboard:
020 7182 8000
Postal address:
Greatest Hits Radio Dorset
5 Manor Court
Barnes Wallis Road
Segensworth East
Fareham
PO15 5TH
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greatesthitsuk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greatesthitsuk/
X / Twitter: https://x.com/GHR_Dorset
Greatest Hits Radio Dorset FAQ
What is Greatest Hits Radio Dorset?
Greatest Hits Radio Dorset is the local Greatest Hits Radio service for Dorset. It plays classic hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s alongside local and regional news, travel and weather updates.
Can I listen to Greatest Hits Radio Dorset online?
Yes. You can listen live to Greatest Hits Radio Dorset online through Radio Player UK using the live player on this page.
What frequency is Greatest Hits Radio Dorset on?
Greatest Hits Radio Dorset is available on 97.2 FM around Dorchester, Weymouth and the Isle of Portland, 96.0 FM in West Dorset, 96.6 FM and 97.4 FM in North Dorset, and 105.8 FM around Poole and East Dorset. It is also available on DAB digital radio and online.
What music does Greatest Hits Radio Dorset play?
The station plays familiar classic hits, mainly from the 70s, 80s and 90s, with songs from major artists such as Queen, ABBA, David Bowie, Blondie, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Prince and other well-known names from the Greatest Hits Radio playlist.
Who presents shows on Greatest Hits Radio?
Greatest Hits Radio features presenters including Ken Bruce, Simon Mayo, Rossie, Jackie Brambles, Kate Thornton, Jenny Powell, Richard Allinson and Andy Crane, with shows such as PopMaster, Greatest Hits at Breakfast, The Simon Mayo Drivetime Show and The UK Pop 40.