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Dorset Coast Non Stop

Back-to-back hits across the south - non-stop feel-good favourites from today and across the decades.

Today 07:00

Bank Holiday Breakfast with Gary Plummer

The best way to start your Bank Holiday! Gary's got your 'Breakfast Brainteaser', local news and the best music to set you up smiling for the day ahead.

Today 10:00

The Mystery Year with Rob Marsden

The Mystery Year with Rob Marsden. Hits & Headlines from one classic year, but what year?

Today 11:00

Marsden in the Morning

Rob's got some great music to get you through the morning

Local News, Sport, Events & Weather for the Dorset Coast

Sanctuary art project in Poole shines light on 'hidden corners of intimacy'

A commentary on the realities of growing up visibly queer in Poole, Things That Feel Like A Kiss is artist Danni Miles’s project to address issues of intimacy

Radio Wimborne’s first Radiothon brings entertainment and community spirit

Radio Wimborne’s first-ever Radiothon lit up The Square with music, laughter, and heartfelt community spirit on August 8

75th anniversary tour of classic Agatha Christie play to return to Poole venue

Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap is returning to Lighthouse Poole on its 75th anniversary tour from November 23 to November 28.

Nearly 7,000 people attended Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra’s Proms in the Park

Nearly 7,000 people attended Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra’s (BSO) Proms in the Park in Meyrick Park on Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8.

Garden design studio sees rise in enquiries after award and RHS Chelsea showcase

A garden design studio in Poole has seen a 30 per cent rise in enquiries after industry award success and a Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) showcase

Community heroes honoured for transforming the lives of young carers at ceremony

Inspirational individuals have been recognised for their outstanding commitment to supporting young carers at the MYTIME Community Hero Awards 2026.

Residents urged by Bournemouth Water to cut back on water use

Bournemouth Water has asked customers across Bournemouth, Christchurch, Ringwood and the New Forest to use water wisely following a prolonged heatwave.