Mark Forrest to present Scala Radio morning show from the beginning of March 2021
Simon Mayo moves to Greatest Hits Radio to launch a new drivetime show playing music that defined his early career
Last updated 1st Feb 2021
Simon Mayo announced today on-air that he will launch a brand new drivetime programme on Greatest Hits Radio, playing the music that defined his early career. Simon starts his new show on Greatest Hits Radio on 15th March.
"Friday 26th February will be the last of these shows," said Simon this morning telling listeners about his move, "from me after two years almost to the day. I'm not leaving Scala altogether, just not doing this show.
"I've been asked to return to a drivetime show on Greatest Hits Radio. When it was offered I realised I couldn't say no. Unfinished business.
"Most importantly, the impeccable Mark Forrest will be your host. Obviously this will be sad. I do think we've all been part of getting through this incredibly testing time. Scala will continue what it does."
Having been with us right from the start of Scala Radio, Simon’s will step down from his weekday daily show on Scala Radio after a hugely successful two years. He'll move to a new show on Scala Radio, details of which will be announced in due course.
We're delighted that Scala Radio drivetime presenter Mark Forrest will take on the weekday 10am-1pm show. We'll be sharing news of an exciting new selection of programmes for Scala Radio, including drivetime, later this month.
Who is Mark Forrest?
Mark Forrest is an expert in the world of music broadcast, having enjoyed a decade fronting both Drivetime and Breakfast shows across the airwaves. With experience on Classical stations, including being part of the Scala Radio family since its inception, you are in safe hands with Mark. Every weekday he brings classical music for modern life into your homes, as well as favourite features Plantlife and his Food Pairing.
As well as being a radio presenter, Mark is also a sheep farmer in the Yorkshire Dales. You can find him exploring the Dales with his trusty sheep dogs before retreating to his home studio to speak to Scala Radio listeners, currently every weekday from 4pm.