Our old trailer had served us well for many years, but no amount of sticky tape was going to hold it together for very much longer!

We were able to afford the new trailer thanks to a generous legacy from the late John Boot, a lifelong resident of Marlow and loyal listener to our community radio station.

Marlow FM founder Tim Ashburner put in many long hours to kit out the trailer and turn it into a swish radio studio - one with much needed extra space.

Look out for our new mobile studio at many local events throughout the rest of the year, and remember to come and say hello!

Michael, our dear colleague and friend, died on 9th September 2024. He was a founding member of our wonderful radio station, and his many many programmes were loved by thousands across the world.

You’ll be able to hear Michael on Marlow FM every weekday from 9am to 10am next week and the week after, and every Sunday night from 10pm for the next few weeks. You’ll also be able to Listen Again (the shows will appear under ‘Special Programme’).

We entered Michael’s popular Marlow Memories programme into the 2025 Community Radio Awards. You can listen to the entry below.

We hope you enjoy hearing the special sound of Michael Eagleton once again, and encourage you to visit the exhibition*.

There’ll also be a jazz evening in memory of Michael at Court Garden House on Saturday 18th July, with music by top jazz musicians Five-Way Split. Tickets go on sale on 1st June.

Michael chose not to have a funeral or memorial service, so this exhibition and concert will be the first chance that people in Marlow have to come together and celebrate Michael’s life. We all hope it’ll be a fitting tribute.

*Museum opening hours are always dependent on volunteers being available. New volunteers will be warmly welcomed to help keep the museum open regularly. Please email manager@marlowmuseum.org if you’re interested.

On the iOS (Apple) version, tapping the artwork or logo on the audio interface toggles between different displays - small or large. Tapping the AirDrop icon lets you stream from your device to any Apple TV you have on your network. And tapping the text on the audio interface takes you back to the app.

On the Android version, tapping the small audio interface opens a large one. Tapping the ‘Media output’ button lets you stream from your device to any other Google audio device you have on your network. And tapping elsewhere on the large audio interface takes you back to the app.

Marlow FM volunteer Luke Morton, who built the app, said: “Thanks for waiting! We know lots of you were holding out for these new controls, so now’s the time to give our app a go! As well as making it really easy to listen to your community radio station wherever you are in the world, and to get in touch with the studio, the app’s got a lot of useful local information too, like travel, weather, and MyMarlow news. Download or upgrade it today!”

Congratulations to the winners below, but also to every person, business, and organisation nominated. Marlow is so lucky to have you all!

• Best Cuppa - The M Café
• Best Pub - The Duke (Queen’s Road)
• Best Breakfast - Fego
• Best Event - Marlow Bottom Scarecrow Trail
• Best Night Out - The Duke (Queen’s Road)
• Best Sports Club - Marlow Rugby Club
• Best Therapist - Tree Nail Spa
• Best Teacher - Mrs Ambrose, Holy Trinity
• Best Local Producer - Rebellion Beer Company
• Services to Charity - The Link Foundation and Marlow Striders
• Services to the Community - Shelley Robson (The Barn Club) and Vicky and Graham Everitt (Chives)

A Special Recognition Award was also given to Hidden Gems organiser Pat Reading for all her work at the radio station and in the community.

More than 3,000 people voted when we announced the shortlists of nominees, after the public put forward nominations for each category.

Money raised from the event will go to help keep Marlow FM on air and serving the community.

Marlow FM presenter Chris Zaremba is yet again leading our efforts. If you’re able to send a donation our way, the fundraising page is here. Thank you.

The winners were revealed in a ceremony in Bradford.

We’re all thrilled at Pat and Lizzie’s success. Well done to everyone who helped represent Marlow FM in the awards - we submitted 16 entries. What a team!

You can see and listen to our entries here.

Pat Reading is up for Sage Person of the Year, and Lizzie Sentance for Presenter of the Year: Woman.

You can see and listen to our entries here.

The Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners will be revealed in a ceremony in Bradford on 25th October.

Good luck Pat and Lizzie, and well done to everyone who helped represent Marlow FM in the awards. What a team!

Launched at the beginning of June, the lively, family-friendly show already features a team of 20 young contributors who help shape everything from creating jingles to planning content. A talented Year 11 student helps produce all this audio.

Two exciting new features are set to launch soon. Zoo Radio, starting on 27th July, will give the youngsters more time behind the mic, while Take Over will invite teams to plan and present their own 20-minute slots - with the winners getting hands-on training at the Marlow FM broadcast desk.

In just a short space of time, the students are gaining confidence, building skills, and becoming part of the Marlow FM family.

The programme comes after the success of Jonny Ratner and Lisa BHA’s Teacher Feature on Breakfast, and reflects Marlow FM’s commitment to giving the next generation real experience in community radio.

Find out more and get your tickets here.

Mark was so well known in the local business community, as a generous mentor and a friendly networker.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues.