Our Story

About CRFM

Community Radio FM — the voice of Cumbria since 2020

Who We Are

CRFM is Cumbria's community radio station, broadcasting to Carlisle and East Cumbria on 107.2 FM, and to Workington and West Cumbria on 107.4 FM. We also stream online, so you can listen wherever you are.

We are a not-for-profit community radio station, run by volunteers and dedicated to serving the communities of Cumbria. Our mission is simple: to give a voice to local people, celebrate local talent, and keep our communities informed and connected.

From local news and sport to community events and great music, CRFM is the station that puts Cumbria first — every single day.

Meet the Team
2 FM Frequencies
107.2 FM East & 107.4 FM West
50,000+ Listeners
Weekly across all platforms
Community Owned
Not-for-profit, run by volunteers
5+ Years On Air
Broadcasting since 2020

Our Stations

107.2 FM

CRFM East

Based in Carlisle, CRFM East serves the city and surrounding East Cumbrian communities. We cover local news from Carlisle, the Eden Valley, and the surrounding areas, bringing you the stories that matter most to your community.

Coverage area: Carlisle, Brampton, Penrith, Appleby
107.4 FM

CRFM West

Operating from Workington, CRFM West covers the West Cumbrian coast and communities. From Workington and Whitehaven to Maryport and Cockermouth, we're the voice of West Cumbria.

Coverage area: Workington, Whitehaven, Maryport, Cockermouth

Our Values

Community First

Everything we do is for the benefit of the communities we serve. We are not driven by profit — we are driven by people.

Local Voices

We give a platform to local people, local talent, and local stories. Your voice matters on CRFM.

Always On Air

We are committed to keeping CRFM on the air, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

OFF AIR