The transmitter brings approximately 34,000 people into BBC national digital radio coverage for the first time in Aberystwyth and the surrounding area.

Listeners should check whether they are in coverage by visiting bbc.co.uk/digitalradio or calling 08700 100123.

Digital radio listeners will be able to tune in to the BBC's portfolio of digital-only stations - 1Xtra, Five Live Sports Extra, 6 Music, BBC 7 and the Asian Network - as well as the BBC's existing national radio stations - Radio 1, Radio 2, Radio 3, Radio 4, Radio Five Live and the World Service - and enjoy the benefits of digital audio broadcasting (DAB) with more choice and improved sound quality.

"The BBC has been committed to DAB digital radio since its launch and we are delighted to announce our plans to expand coverage in Aberystwyth", said Simon Nelson, Controller of BBC Radio & Music Interactive. "We hope listeners in the area will now discover the benefits and additional choice that digital radio offers."

Listeners will need a DAB digital radio to receive the BBC's digital radio broadcasts. Existing digital radio listeners in the area should carry out an 'autotune' to scan and store the newly available BBC services in their radio set's station list. For advice on receiving BBC digital radio and to check coverage listeners can ring 08700 100123 or go to bbc.co.uk/digitalradio.