Radio stations in Bournemouth

Bournemouth is a coastal town in Dorset, within the wider Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area. This category brings together radio services with a meaningful connection to Bournemouth, whether their studios, programme focus or stated local audience are based there. The connection is geographical and editorial, rather than simply a station being audible in the town. Local broadcasting can follow neighbourhood life, charitable work, schools, businesses and the cultural activity of the south coast. Music and conversation often share a schedule, while community participation can give residents opportunities to contribute their own experiences. Some services also cover neighbouring Poole and Christchurch without losing their Bournemouth identity. The category accommodates different programme styles and organisational models. A station may concentrate on music, discussion, faith or a general local service. Wider Dorset and regional broadcasters belong here only when they have a specific Bournemouth connection; county-wide coverage on its own is a broader geographical relationship.