Banff, Macduff and district Community Planning

27/04/2026

⏰ There’s still time to apply for the Coastal Communities Fund!
Applications close this Friday 1st May at 5pm 👇

The deadline for Crown Estate Coastal Communities Fund applications is on Friday 1 May 2026 at 5pm.

Every year, some of Crown Estate Scotland's income is allocated to coastal local authorities—including Aberdeenshire Council—and is distributed via grants of between £500 and £5,000.

We’re looking for projects to help fund that are led by public or third sector parties that have a tangible link to the coast or sea. Projects that...

👍 Help people to develop skills related to coastal or seafaring pursuits, activities or enterprises, for example sailing, fishing, or boatbuilding.
👍 Celebrate the heritage of coastal and seagoing communities of place and interest. For example, a coastal or fishing village or township, historic boatbuilding, or relevant clubs or organisations.
👍 Improve access to coastal areas. For example, paths and viewpoints
👍 Improve the coastal environment. For example, applications to establish and support community groups looking after their coastline.
👍 Improve community-controlled infrastructure such as harbours, boathouses and buildings.

All eligible applications will be considered at Banff and Buchan Area Committee on Tuesday, 26 May 2026. For more details, including the eligibility criteria, head to aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities/funding/banff-and-buchan

Pictured are some boats.

23/04/2026

The Proposed sale of Common Good Land Statutory Consultation with the Local Community under Part 8 of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 for Disposal of Common Good Land – Proposed sale of land at Former Banff Community Centre and Area of Land at Lower

23/04/2026

23/04/2026

Urgent update from The Vinery Team

We want to share an important update regarding The Vinery in Banff. Due to a lack of available funding, the staff team have been placed at risk of redundancy. This decision has not been taken lightly and follows careful consideration of all options.
We know The Vinery means a lot to people in Banff. While this change is difficult, our commitment to the community and purpose behind it remains strong.
So, we are currently exploring ways the space might continue to serve the community, working with partners to find new opportunities for wellbeing, learning, and local benefit.
If you have ideas or would like to be part of conversations about the future of The Vinery, please message us and/or email ContactTheVinery@aberdeenfoyer.com. Together, we can explore how this valued space might continue to serve the community in new ways.
Thank you for your compassion and understanding as we navigate this together.

23/04/2026

22/04/2026

Still time to have your say👇 public consultation closes 24 May

The Proposed sale of Common Good Land Statutory Consultation with the Local Community under Part 8 of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 for Disposal of Common Good Land – Proposed sale of land at Former Banff Community Centre and Area of Land at Lower

17/04/2026

Get active with Roll & Stroll! Love to Ride’s newest challenge is coming this May. The aim of Roll & Stroll is simple - to get more people to move more. Here’s how it works:

💚 Everyone is welcome to take part however you move

🗓️ Cycle or walk anywhere, anytime this May to participate

💪 Earn points and win prizes by getting active daily and logging your trips

👭 Encourage others to take part and win up to 100 points

🏆 Take part as an individual or with your workplace/school/social group to climb the leaderboards

Register today at lovetoride.net/abz and make every move count!

09/04/2026

Do you live in North Aberdeenshire and need advice or support.

Our ‘Just in Time’ resources have lots of helpful leaflets, on accessing food in the Banff, Buchan and Fraserburgh area, transport information and tips for draught proofing your home.

You can access these by clicking on the link below.

https://linktr.ee/aberdeenshirenorthpublichealth?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

08/04/2026

Banff, Macduff and District Men’s Shed are hosting a Free Breakfast Club this morning 9.00 - 11.30👇

Looking for something fun to do during the school holidays? Fancy a hot drink and some company?

Everyone is more than welcome!

Why not drop in to the free breakfast club being hosted by ourselves, colleagues from Macduff Fire Station, Banff & Macduff Men's Shed, Aberdeenshire Public Health - North & Banff In The Community(Tesco).

This is taking place at The Old College, Banff & Macduff Mens Shed, Fife Street, Macduff between 09:00am - 11:30AM tomorrow, Wednesday the 8th of April.

There will be fun activities and a chance to meet your local Fire Fighters and see the Fire Engines, no booking required.

07/04/2026

Please be aware of scams involving fake QR codes on our Pay-and-Display parking meters or signage.

Scams – including recent incidents in Stonehaven - have seen fake QR code stickers placed in our car parks which, once scanned, take the user to fraudulent websites which take their details and payment.

We DON'T have QR codes on any of our machines in Aberdeenshire.

If you see any such scam, please report it online at https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/car-parking/pay-and-display/ or call us on 01467 536060.

02/04/2026

The Scottish Emergency Heating Oil Scheme is now open.

If you're struggling with the rising costs of heating oil and LPG, you might be eligible for financial support.

Funding will be available until September 30 or until the fund runs out.

For more information and to apply for funding, visit homeheatingadvice.scot or call 0800 0487 413