Banff, Macduff and district Community Planning

26/08/2026

NESCOL will be offering another NOLB ICDL Essentials course starting from 22nd September 2026 at their Fraserburgh campus – see flyer for details. This course is ideal for anyone looking for a computing/IT qualification for their CV (it is still the qualification many employers ask for as proof of digital competency). Also good for anyone looking to brush up on their IT skills in general. Thereafter, they can then move onto our ICDL Advanced course.

To note interest, please email [email protected]

25/08/2026

Remember to check out our newly updated website!

NHS Grampian Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership - AHSCP

25/08/2026

Are you a parent or carer in Aberdeenshire? The Aberdeenshire Getting It Right For Every Child Mental Health Group is asking parents and carers to share their views on the support available to help children and young people stay happy, healthy and well.

By taking a short survey, you can help us understand the challenges families face and what information, advice and support would make the biggest difference.

Your feedback will help shape future planning and improve support for families across Aberdeenshire.

There are separate surveys for different age groups. Please complete the surveys that match your child or children:

👶 Early Years (0–5)
📚 Primary (P1–P7)
🎓 Secondary (S1–S6)

👉To find out more and take part, visit https://engage.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/parent-carer-survey-supporting-wellbeing

24/08/2026

📢 Young people aged 11-30 are invited to take part in UNESCO's global consultation on the future of education!

This is a great opportunity for Scotland's young people to take part in a short survey and share their thoughts on . Session plans are available to help facilitators engage different age groups.

Find out more - survey closes 20 September⌛ https://bit.ly/4zqchT9

24/08/2026

Communities across Banff and Buchan can now apply for funding through our local Area Committee Budget.

The balance of £6,608 funding has been set aside to support local groups and will contribute 100% of the first £1,000 and 80% of the remaining costs up to £2,500.

Projects must support delivery of the following themes:

✅Improving the appearance and maintenance of towns and villages within Banff and Buchan
✅Stronger communities
✅Safer communities
✅Supporting health and active communities
✅Tackling poverty and inequality

Applications must be submitted by Sunday, September 27.

For an application form, visit www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/banff-and-buchan/

For further information, email [email protected] or call 01467 530700 and please share this with any other community groups which may be interested.

21/08/2026

21/08/2026

The Banff and Buchan Crown Estates Coastal Communities Fund is once again open for grant applications.

Grants of between £500 and £5,000 are open to community groups and third sector organisations - with a requirement of 10% match funding - for projects which:

⛵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

Applications for funding should be received by Sunday, September 27. All eligible applications will be considered and notified of the decision by October 6.

For more information and application form, visit https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities/funding/banff-and-buchan

19/08/2026

04/08/2026

03/08/2026

FIESTA ! FIESTA !
Sunday 16th August at Banff Castle, Friends of Duff House are pleased to be supporting the British San Martin Institute in holding its second Fiesta! Starts at 1pm, program ends at 4.30.
A whole afternoon of music, dancing and fun; more details on the flyer.
FREE entry.
You are welcome to bring your own picnic to listen to the bands, and the Castle Garden Cafe will be open.
The one formal part will happen at 2pm, when a very special guest alongside the Lord Lieutenant will lay flowers at the Monkey Puzzle tree in the grounds.
Hope to see you there.