BBC Radio Solent
“The sound of the South and all the music you love”
96.1 / 103.8 FMDAB in 2 areasLive online
How to listen to BBC Radio Solent
FM96.1 / 103.8 FM
2 transmitters
DAB digital radio2 local multiplexes
Scan your radio to find it
OnlineLive stream on this page
About BBC Radio Solent
BBC Radio Solent is the BBC's local radio station for Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight. It broadcasts on 96.1 FM and 103.8 FM from 2 FM transmitters, and on DAB in 2 local areas.
Its strongest transmitter is Rowridge (96.1 FM, 10 kW), serving Hampshire and Isle of Wight.
Of the towns in our guide, it should have a good signal in New Milton, Poole, Portsmouth, Southampton, Weymouth, Winchester and 3 other towns and fringe reception in Andover, Basingstoke, Bognor Regis and 3 other towns.
BBC Radio Solent frequencies
The strongest transmitters are listed below. BBC Radio Solent has 2 FM/AM transmitters in total – see every frequency by area.
| Area | Frequency | Transmitter | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampshire and Isle of Wight | 96.1 FM | Rowridge | 10 kW |
| Dorset | 103.8 FM | Bincombe Hill | 700 W |
DAB digital radio
| Multiplex | Block | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth | 11B | Bournemouth |
| South Hampshire | 11C | South Hampshire |
Source: Ofcom technical parameters, 15 September 2026.