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Banff Bay

Bay in Banffshire

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Banff Bay

Stagecoach Bluebird Macduff Bus Depot
Stagecoach Bluebird Macduff Bus Depot Credit: Jay T

Banff Bay is a picturesque coastal area located in the historic county of Banffshire, Scotland. It is situated on the northeast coast of Scotland, overlooking the North Sea. The bay is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with rugged cliffs and sandy beaches creating a dramatic backdrop.

The bay is known for its charming fishing village, also called Banff, which has a rich maritime history. The village is characterized by its traditional whitewashed houses, narrow streets, and bustling harbor. Fishing has been a significant industry in Banff for centuries, and the village's proximity to the bay ensures a constant supply of fresh seafood.

Banff Bay offers visitors a range of recreational activities, including walking along the coastal paths, exploring the rock pools, and enjoying the sandy beach. The bay is also a popular spot for water sports enthusiasts, with opportunities for sailing, kayaking, and windsurfing.

For those interested in history and culture, the area around the bay is home to several notable landmarks. Banff Castle, a 12th-century fortress, overlooks the bay and offers visitors a glimpse into the past. The Duff House, an elegant Georgian mansion, is another architectural gem worth exploring.

With its breathtaking scenery, rich history, and diverse range of activities, Banff Bay is a must-visit destination for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and those seeking a tranquil coastal getaway.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 57.668796/-2.5130663 or Grid Reference NJ6964. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stagecoach Bluebird Macduff Bus Depot
Stagecoach Bluebird Macduff Bus Depot
Macduff: a view over the harbour Looking over the harbour from the grassy hilltop to the south, where an anchor is ... anchored, by the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/451242">NJ7064 : Macduff: parish church</a>.
Macduff: a view over the harbour
Looking over the harbour from the grassy hilltop to the south, where an anchor is ... anchored, by the NJ7064 : Macduff: parish church.
View towards Macduff from Banff beach Macduff parish kirk is prominent on the hill with the unusual war memorial tower to the right.
View towards Macduff from Banff beach
Macduff parish kirk is prominent on the hill with the unusual war memorial tower to the right.
Macduff parish kirk Built 1805 (remodelled 1865) on a dramatic hilltop site overlooking Macduff harbour. B-listed (LB37616): <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37616" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37616">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Macduff parish kirk
Built 1805 (remodelled 1865) on a dramatic hilltop site overlooking Macduff harbour. B-listed (LB37616): LinkExternal link .
Macduff war memorial An unusual and striking war memorial tower erected in 1920 and B-listed (LB37681): <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37631" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37631">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Macduff war memorial
An unusual and striking war memorial tower erected in 1920 and B-listed (LB37681): LinkExternal link .
View of Macduff harbour from Church Street
View of Macduff harbour from Church Street
Macduff town hall, 17 Shore Street The Scottish baronial town hall facing the harbour was designed by Aberdeen architects Pirie and Clyne in 1884 and is B-listed (LB37634): <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37634" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37634">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . Next door is the former Clydesdale Bank and agent's house, also B-listed (LB37635): <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37635" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB37635">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Macduff town hall, 17 Shore Street
The Scottish baronial town hall facing the harbour was designed by Aberdeen architects Pirie and Clyne in 1884 and is B-listed (LB37634): LinkExternal link . Next door is the former Clydesdale Bank and agent's house, also B-listed (LB37635): LinkExternal link .
Macduff harbour entrance and lighthouse The lighthouse dates from 1903 (Canmore record 81477: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/81447/macduff-harbour-entrance-lighthouse" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/81447/macduff-harbour-entrance-lighthouse">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ).
Macduff harbour entrance and lighthouse
The lighthouse dates from 1903 (Canmore record 81477: LinkExternal link ).
Macduff harbour The harbour at Macduff, with its ocean-going trawlers, has a totally different feel to the gentrified Banff marina on the other side of the River Deveron estuary. Here we see the smartly turned out Shekinah (registered to INV = Inverness) and the Reliance II (BF = Banff) sandwiching a rather rusty visitor from afar; the Glen Alvah from BM = Brixham (Devon).
Macduff harbour
The harbour at Macduff, with its ocean-going trawlers, has a totally different feel to the gentrified Banff marina on the other side of the River Deveron estuary. Here we see the smartly turned out Shekinah (registered to INV = Inverness) and the Reliance II (BF = Banff) sandwiching a rather rusty visitor from afar; the Glen Alvah from BM = Brixham (Devon).
Harbourside buildings, Macduff Most prominent is the Old Moray Inn.
Harbourside buildings, Macduff
Most prominent is the Old Moray Inn.
The Old Moray Inn, Macduff Next door is a chandler and the harbour master's office.
The Old Moray Inn, Macduff
Next door is a chandler and the harbour master's office.
School Lane School Lane climbs in both direction from its intersection with Duff Street. This is looking up the eastern part of it from near the corner of Duff Street.
School Lane
School Lane climbs in both direction from its intersection with Duff Street. This is looking up the eastern part of it from near the corner of Duff Street.
Road Closed As this is the signposted route to the Macduff Marine Aquarium, and no diversion is signposted, I have to hope that there have not been too many baffled visitors recently.
Road Closed
As this is the signposted route to the Macduff Marine Aquarium, and no diversion is signposted, I have to hope that there have not been too many baffled visitors recently.
Nova Spero 'Nova Spero', registered in Stornoway, is in Macduff for maintenance and a fresh coat of paint.
Nova Spero
'Nova Spero', registered in Stornoway, is in Macduff for maintenance and a fresh coat of paint.
Copious This Lerwick boat is looking very smart. Note the blue and white Shetland flag on the bow.
Copious
This Lerwick boat is looking very smart. Note the blue and white Shetland flag on the bow.
Boats in Macduff Harbour The grapevine tells me that 'Vertrouwen' is on the market, her licence and quota having been transferred to a new larger boat.
Boats in Macduff Harbour
The grapevine tells me that 'Vertrouwen' is on the market, her licence and quota having been transferred to a new larger boat.
'Highland Lassie' This is the former 'Frigate Bird' with only the hull and engine left from her days as a fishing boat. The new superstructure is of oak felled by a gale near Inverness, and was built in Inverness. She will have cabins on the top deck and in the fish hold, and will be moored at Dochgarroch on the Caledonian Canal at the north end of Loch Ness as additional accommodation for the hotel there. She will also be available for charter. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1651723/floating-hotel-takes-first-voyage-in-preparation-for-opening/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1651723/floating-hotel-takes-first-voyage-in-preparation-for-opening/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
'Highland Lassie'
This is the former 'Frigate Bird' with only the hull and engine left from her days as a fishing boat. The new superstructure is of oak felled by a gale near Inverness, and was built in Inverness. She will have cabins on the top deck and in the fish hold, and will be moored at Dochgarroch on the Caledonian Canal at the north end of Loch Ness as additional accommodation for the hotel there. She will also be available for charter. See LinkExternal link
'Highland Lassie' Someone commented that from this angle, she looks like Noah's Ark! See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6063761">NJ7064 : 'Highland Lassie'</a>.
'Highland Lassie'
Someone commented that from this angle, she looks like Noah's Ark! See NJ7064 : 'Highland Lassie'.
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Banff Bay is located at Grid Ref: NJ6964 (Lat: 57.668796, Lng: -2.5130663)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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///jaundice.brief.tennis. Near Macduff, Aberdeenshire

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