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Central Scotland’s leading independent local radio station is proud to announce a major investment in its future, with a move to brand-new office space and state-of-the-art broadcast centre in Bridge of Allan.
The investment represents a clear and confident commitment to the Forth Valley – to its listeners, its advertisers, partners and its communities.
For more than three decades, Central FM has served Stirling, Falkirk, Clackmannanshire and surrounding areas with truly local radio. Since launching on 25 September 1990, the station has remained focused on being a strong community-driven alternative to larger regional broadcasters – championing local voices, local stories and local success.
Now, that commitment enters a new chapter.
“This is more than a studio move – it’s a statement of intent,” said Andrew McMurray, Station Manager at Central FM.
“We are incredibly proud to be an independent local radio station serving the Forth Valley. Investing in new facilities here in Bridge of Allan demonstrates our long-term commitment to growth and broadcasting local radio from a local base. Local matters and it always will at Central FM.”
A Strong Market Leader – Recent results from RAJAR confirm Central FM’s position as the number one commercial radio station in the area, with a strong and loyal audience share across the region.
That performance reflects what has always set the station apart:
Local presenters who know the area
Local news and travel coverage
Local promotions with local winners — always free to enter.
Active involvement in community campaigns, schools, charities, and regional events.
Central FM Awards – Celebrating outstanding achievements across the Forth Valley.
While many stations rebranded into national or regional networks during industry consolidation, Central FM chose a different path, staying locally branded, locally programmed and locally focused.
Investing in Growth – The move to Bridge of Allan equips the station with cutting-edge broadcast facilities designed to support:
Enhanced programming quality
Stronger digital and social output
Greater commercial creativity for local advertisers
Long-term growth ambitions across the Forth Valley
“This investment clearly shows our commitment not only to our listeners but to the business community we serve,” Andrew added. “We believe in local radio, we believe in local business, and we believe in the future of Central FM.”
Local Matters
As an independent station, Central FM continues to champion the communities of Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire – ensuring that local voices remain heard and local businesses have a powerful, trusted platform to connect with customers.
With our new broadcast centre, strong audience performance and ambitious growth plans, Central FM is entering its next era with confidence.
Local radio. Local commitment. Local future.
