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About Forth 1
Forth 1 is Edinburgh's hit music station, broadcasting on 97.3 FM to the city, the Lothians and Fife. For half a century it has been part of life in Scotland's capital, playing the biggest songs and keeping listeners informed about local news, travel and events. On this page you can listen to Forth 1 live online for free.
Fifty years of Radio Forth
Radio Forth was launched on 22 January 1975, giving Edinburgh and the surrounding area its own commercial radio station. It became a much-loved part of the city, launching the careers of well-known Scottish broadcasters. Later the station split into separate services for current hits and for older listeners, and in 2000 the FM service was relaunched as 97.3 Forth One. Today Forth 1 is owned by Bauer Media Audio UK, the group behind Clyde 1, NorthSound 1, Hits Radio and Greatest Hits Radio, and its stations are available on the Rayo app.
What you will hear
Forth 1 plays the biggest current hits and well-known songs from recent years, with presenters who bring Edinburgh personality to the airwaves. The breakfast show starts the day with music, chat and competitions, followed by daytime and drive-time shows that keep the hits coming. Local news, weather and travel updates cover the city bypass, M8, M9, Forth bridges and local roads, and during August the station is at the heart of the excitement around the Edinburgh festivals. Forth 1 also raises money for local children through the Cash for Kids charity.
How to listen to Forth 1
Tune your FM radio to 97.3 to hear Forth 1 in Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife. It is also available on DAB digital radio, smart speakers and the Rayo app. The quickest way is to press play above, and the Forth 1 live stream starts straight away on your phone, tablet or computer. If you live in Scotland, you may also enjoy Clyde 1, Heart Scotland, Capital Scotland and BBC Radio Scotland, all on our site.
For the biggest hits in the capital, Forth 1 has been Edinburgh's favourite since 1975.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to Forth 1 live
In 3 simple steps, with nothing to install.
- 01Press play
Click the "Listen live" button at the top of this page.
- 02Wait a moment
The live stream starts loading within a few seconds.
- 03Enjoy
Forth 1 plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
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Frequently asked questions
Forth 1 broadcasts on 97.3 FM in Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife, plus DAB and online.
Radio Forth launched on 22 January 1975, and the FM service became 97.3 Forth One in 2000.
Yes. Press play at the top of this page to listen to Forth 1 live for free on any device.
Forth 1 is owned by Bauer Media Audio UK.
Yes. You can listen to Forth 1 live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. Forth 1 plays in your phone’s browser on Android or iPhone — there is no app to install. Just open this page and press play.
Yes. Connect your phone to the car stereo by Bluetooth or cable, open Forth 1 here on UK Radio Stations and enjoy the live stream on the road.
If the stream does not load, wait a few seconds and press play again — some streams take a moment to connect. You can also refresh the page or try another Adult Contemporary station meanwhile. UK Radio Stations checks every stream automatically.