Marlow FM receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service

The volunteers of Marlow FM have been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service for 2026. Equivalent to an MBE, the award is the highest one given to local volunteer groups in the UK to recognise outstanding work in their communities.

This is, quite simply, an amazing achievement. We’re immensely proud and honoured to receive The King’s Award for Voluntary Service. It’s a wonderful recognition of the incredible dedication of our volunteers, who work tirelessly to keep the station on air 365 days a year. From our presenters and technical crew to the supporters across the community who helped us build our home at Great Marlow School, this achievement belongs to everyone who makes Marlow FM such a special part of our town.

As an awardee, we’ll receive:

• A signed certificate from His Majesty The King, presented locally by the Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, Lady Howe.

• A crystal award featuring the official KAVS insignia.

• An invitation for two volunteers to attend a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace next year.

Run entirely by volunteers, Marlow FM features a team of around 80 presenters producing more than 100 hours of local content each week. Broadcasting on 97.5 FM and online, we operate from our custom-built studio complex in the grounds of Great Marlow School, delivering community coverage, supporting local events, and providing hands-on media and broadcasting experience to students and local residents.

Congratulations everyone!

The King’s Award for Voluntary Service was created in 2002 to celebrate the Queen’s Golden Jubilee and was formerly known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. It shines a light on the fantastic work of voluntary groups from all across the UK.