<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" ><generator uri="https://jekyllrb.com/" version="3.10.0">Jekyll</generator><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" /><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" /><updated>2026-02-18T16:42:16+00:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/feed.xml</id><title type="html">Marlow FM 97.5</title><subtitle>The website for the community radio station Marlow FM</subtitle><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><entry><title type="html">New Marlow FM app just out - lock screen controls are here!</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/lock-screen-controls/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="New Marlow FM app just out - lock screen controls are here!" /><published>2026-01-31T09:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2026-01-31T09:00:00+00:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/lock-screen-controls</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/lock-screen-controls/"><![CDATA[<p>With new version 1.14, you can now control the audio from your device’s lock screen, the screen that appears after the device has gone to sleep and you wake it up. The lock screen interface lets you play or pause; the app still lets you play or stop. So you’ve got a choice now!</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/news/lock-screen-controls.PNG" alt="" /></p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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!”</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[With new version 1.14, you can now control the audio from your device’s lock screen, the screen that appears after the device has gone to sleep and you wake it up. The lock screen interface lets you play or pause; the app still lets you play or stop. So you’ve got a choice now!]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Marlow’s 2025 Hidden Gems revealed</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/hidden-gems-2025-revealed/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Marlow’s 2025 Hidden Gems revealed" /><published>2025-11-22T22:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2025-11-22T22:00:00+00:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/hidden-gems-2025-revealed</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/hidden-gems-2025-revealed/"><![CDATA[<p>Marlow’s Hidden Gems of 2025 have been revealed. The winners were announced at an awards ceremony and party held at Harleyford Golf Club on Saturday 22nd November.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/logos/hidden-gems-2025-logo.jpg" alt="Marlow's 2025 Hidden Gems revealed" title="Marlow's 2025 Hidden Gems revealed" /></p>

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

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

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

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

<p>Money raised from the event will go to help keep Marlow FM on air and serving the community.</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Marlow’s Hidden Gems of 2025 have been revealed. The winners were announced at an awards ceremony and party held at Harleyford Golf Club on Saturday 22nd November.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Support the Marlow FM team in this year’s Santa’s Fun Run</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/santas-fun-run-2025/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Support the Marlow FM team in this year’s Santa’s Fun Run" /><published>2025-11-04T12:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2025-11-04T12:00:00+00:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/santas-fun-run-2025</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/santas-fun-run-2025/"><![CDATA[<p>This year’s Santa’s Fun Run in Marlow takes place on Sunday 7th December, and we’d love you to support the Marlow FM team.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/news/santa's-fun-run-team.jpg" alt="" /></p>

<p>Marlow FM presenter Chris Zaremba is yet again leading our efforts. If you’re able to send a donation our way, <a href="https://justgiving.com/crowdfunding/marlowfm2025" target="\_blank">the fundraising page is here</a>. Thank you.</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[This year’s Santa’s Fun Run in Marlow takes place on Sunday 7th December, and we’d love you to support the Marlow FM team.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Marlow FM’s double success at national radio awards</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/community-radio-awards-2025-success/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Marlow FM’s double success at national radio awards" /><published>2025-10-26T07:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2025-10-26T07:00:00+00:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/community-radio-awards-2025-success</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/community-radio-awards-2025-success/"><![CDATA[<p>We took away two awards at last night’s <a href="https://communityradioawards.org.uk/" target="\_blank">Community Radio Awards</a>. Pat Reading won Gold for <em>Sage Person of the Year</em>, and Lizzie Sentance (pictured) was the Bronze winner for <em>Presenter of the Year: Woman</em>.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/news/cra2025-lizzie-sentance.png" alt="" /></p>

<p>The winners were revealed in a ceremony in Bradford.</p>

<p>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!</p>

<p>You can <a href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/cra2025/">see and listen to our entries here</a>.</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[We took away two awards at last night’s Community Radio Awards. Pat Reading won Gold for Sage Person of the Year, and Lizzie Sentance (pictured) was the Bronze winner for Presenter of the Year: Woman.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Marlow FM in the running for national radio awards</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/community-radio-awards-2025-shortlisted/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Marlow FM in the running for national radio awards" /><published>2025-09-23T20:30:00+01:00</published><updated>2025-09-23T20:30:00+01:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/community-radio-awards-2025-shortlisted</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/community-radio-awards-2025-shortlisted/"><![CDATA[<p>We’ve once again made the shortlists in the <a href="https://communityradioawards.org.uk/" target="\_blank">Community Radio Awards</a>.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/news/community-radio-awards-aiir.png" alt="" /></p>

<p>Pat Reading is up for <em>Sage Person of the Year</em>, and Lizzie Sentance for <em>Presenter of the Year: Woman</em>.</p>

<p>You can <a href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/cra2025/">see and listen to our entries here</a>.</p>

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

<p>Good luck Pat and Lizzie, and well done to everyone who helped represent Marlow FM in the awards. What a team!</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[We’ve once again made the shortlists in the Community Radio Awards.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Marlow FM puts young voices front and centre</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/Marlow-FM-puts-young-voices-front-and-centre/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Marlow FM puts young voices front and centre" /><published>2025-06-17T12:00:00+01:00</published><updated>2025-06-17T12:00:00+01:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/Marlow-FM-puts-young-voices-front-and-centre</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/Marlow-FM-puts-young-voices-front-and-centre/"><![CDATA[<p>We’re stepping up our work with young people following our move to Great Marlow School last year. New programme <em>Stuart on Sunday</em>, with teacher Stuart Ross, is leading the charge.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/news/young-voices-front-and-centre.jpeg" alt="Some of the students joining Stuart Ross" title="Some of the students joining Stuart Ross" /></p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>Two exciting new features are set to launch soon. <em>Zoo Radio</em>, starting on 27th July, will give the youngsters more time behind the mic, while <em>Take Over</em> 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.</p>

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

<p>The programme comes after the success of Jonny Ratner and Lisa BHA’s <em>Teacher Feature</em> on <em>Breakfast</em>, and reflects Marlow FM’s commitment to giving the next generation real experience in community radio.</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[We’re stepping up our work with young people following our move to Great Marlow School last year. New programme Stuart on Sunday, with teacher Stuart Ross, is leading the charge.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Get ready for sundowners!</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/sundowner-at-the-vineyard-2025/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Get ready for sundowners!" /><published>2025-05-11T12:00:00+01:00</published><updated>2025-05-11T12:00:00+01:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/sundowner-at-the-vineyard-2025</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/sundowner-at-the-vineyard-2025/"><![CDATA[<p>Fancy an evening of award-winning food and drink and great music, while helping raise money for your community radio station? Then join us for our Sundowner at the Vineyard event at Oaken Grove Vineyard on Saturday 5th July.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/news/sundowner-at-the-vineyard.png" alt="Sundowner at the Vineyard" title="Sundowner at the Vineyard" /></p>

<p>Find out more and get your tickets here.</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Fancy an evening of award-winning food and drink and great music, while helping raise money for your community radio station? Then join us for our Sundowner at the Vineyard event at Oaken Grove Vineyard on Saturday 5th July.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Mark Harris</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/mark-harris/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Mark Harris" /><published>2025-04-28T12:00:00+01:00</published><updated>2025-04-28T12:00:00+01:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/mark-harris</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/mark-harris/"><![CDATA[<p>Everyone at Marlow FM is sad to hear the news that our dear colleague and friend, Mark Harris, died on Thursday 24th April. He’d been undergoing treatment for cancer. Mark had presented weekly business programmes on the station for many, many years.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/presenters/mark_harris.jpg" alt="Mark Harris" title="Mark Harris" /></p>

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

<p>Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues.</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Everyone at Marlow FM is sad to hear the news that our dear colleague and friend, Mark Harris, died on Thursday 24th April. He’d been undergoing treatment for cancer. Mark had presented weekly business programmes on the station for many, many years.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Spring schedule changes</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/schedule-changes-april-2025/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Spring schedule changes" /><published>2025-04-04T09:00:00+01:00</published><updated>2025-04-04T09:00:00+01:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/schedule-changes-april-2025</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/schedule-changes-april-2025/"><![CDATA[<p>There are some exciting changes to our schedule this spring.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/news/schedule-changes-april-2025.jpg" alt="" /></p>

<p>Our weekly environment programme, <em>The Eco Show</em>, ably steered by Toby Brown for more than four years, becomes <em>The Earth Show</em> and moves to Sundays at 6pm. Toby has moved away from the area, and the show’s original presenter, Dave Hampton, returns to Marlow FM to take over. Thanks, Toby, and welcome back, Dave!</p>

<p>Jules Herd’s dynamic talk show, <em>On The Edge</em>, moves to Mondays at 7pm. Since it started last June, the programme has featured some truly inspirational guests and their stories.</p>

<p>Finally, new presenter Colin Moore brings a weekly music quiz, <em>The Hit Mix Challenge</em>, to the schedule - with a chance to win prizes! Colin’s here every Monday at 2pm.</p>

<p>We hope you continue to enjoy these and our other fun and engaging programmes.</p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[There are some exciting changes to our schedule this spring.]]></summary></entry><entry><title type="html">Marlow’s 2024 Hidden Gems revealed</title><link href="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/hidden-gems-2024-revealed/" rel="alternate" type="text/html" title="Marlow’s 2024 Hidden Gems revealed" /><published>2024-11-16T22:00:00+00:00</published><updated>2024-11-16T22:00:00+00:00</updated><id>https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/hidden-gems-2024-revealed</id><content type="html" xml:base="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/news/hidden-gems-2024-revealed/"><![CDATA[<p>Marlow’s Hidden Gems of 2024 have been revealed. The winners were announced at an awards ceremony and party held at Harleyford Golf Club on Saturday 16th November.</p>

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/logos/hidden-gems-2024-logo.jpg" alt="Marlow's 2024 Hidden Gems revealed" title="Marlow's 2024 Hidden Gems revealed" /></p>

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

<ul>
  <li><strong>Best Cuppa</strong> - The M Café</li>
  <li><strong>Best Pub</strong> - The Duke (Queen’s Road)</li>
  <li><strong>Best Breakfast</strong> - Fego</li>
  <li><strong>Best Event</strong> - Santa’s Fun Run</li>
  <li><strong>Best Night Out</strong> - Rebellion Members’ Night</li>
  <li><strong>Best Sports Club</strong> - Marlow United Juniors</li>
  <li><strong>Best Therapist</strong> - Mike Banks, The Marlow Club</li>
  <li><strong>Best Teacher</strong> - Mrs Boyle, St Peter’s</li>
  <li><strong>Best Local Producer</strong> - Rebellion Beer Company</li>
  <li><strong>Services to Charity</strong> - Sharon Gunn (Marlow Donkey weekly quizzes) and Harmony Belles</li>
  <li><strong>Services to the Community</strong> - Claire Street (Child Matters) and The Ark Café</li>
</ul>

<p>More than 2,500 people voted when we announced the shortlists of nominees, after the public put forward nominations for each category.</p>

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

<p><img src="https://www.marlowfm.co.uk/assets/images/logos/hidden-gems-2024-logo.jpg" alt="Marlow's 2024 Hidden Gems revealed" title="Marlow's 2024 Hidden Gems revealed" /></p>]]></content><author><name>Marlow FM</name></author><category term="news" /><summary type="html"><![CDATA[Marlow’s Hidden Gems of 2024 have been revealed. The winners were announced at an awards ceremony and party held at Harleyford Golf Club on Saturday 16th November.]]></summary></entry></feed>