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Town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland
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Banff is a small fishing port in Aberdeenshire in northeast Scotland. It stands on the west bank of the mouth of the River Deveron, with the village of Macduff on the east bank; in 2022 each had a population of about 4000. The main reason to visit is the scenic coastline, dotted with little coves and harbours, and for Duff House which is nowadays a branch of the National Galleries of Scotland.
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Small museum founded in 1828, housed in the library which was built in 1902. Exhibits include the burgh cross dating from the 1400s and a claymore from the early 1300s.
Magnificent house designed by William Adam in 1735, and now housing artwork from the National Galleries of Scotland.
Small but absorbing display of Scottish marine life.
A mansion house designed by architect John Adam, built in 1750, now used as a community arts venue. Its 12th-century predecessor was demolished and only a few scraps remain.
Clean peaceful site on the beach, open Apr-Oct.
Slick comfy modern hotel with 36 rooms and restaurant.
Comfy friendly place, good value for money.
Bright place with good restaurant in an 1870s schoolhouse, the rooms are in a new extension.
By the river bridge so it's also reasonably handy for Macduff.
Discount shop, plus café open to 3PM.
Small supermarket.
By road the usual approach from the south is via Aberdeen, reached by M90 / A90. The direct route is then A947 cross-country. A scenic coastal route is to stay on A90 to Fraserburgh then take A98 west to Banff.
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