Banff
in Aberdeenshire of Scotland, United Kingdom

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Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
57.665 and -2.530 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 57° 39' 53" and W -2° 31' 46"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 08:09 PM (Sunday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:23 am and 8:51 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-46.483 and 169.700 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Pounawea
References
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Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-04-28 08:22:10

Discover Banff

Banff in Aberdeenshire (Scotland) with it's 4,020 citizens is a city in United Kingdom about 436 mi (or 702 km) north of London, the country's capital city.

Local time in Banff is now 08:09 PM (Sunday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of one hour. We know of 10 airports in the vicinity of Banff, of which 3 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is RAF Lossiemouth in a distance of 30 mi (or 48 km), West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are two Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Heart of Neolithic Orkney in a distance of 93 mi (or 149 km), North. Also, if you like golfing, there are a few options in driving distance.

When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Aberdeen, Elgin, Forfar, Dundee and Kirkwall. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 6°C / 43 °F

Morning Temperature 3°C / 38 °F
Evening Temperature 5°C / 41 °F
Night Temperature 4°C / 40 °F
Chance of rainfall 4%
Air Humidity 91%
Air Pressure 1003 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 11 km/h (7 mph) from South-East
Cloud Conditions Broken clouds, covering 80% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Monday, 29th of April 2024

11°C (53 °F)
9°C (48 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, scattered clouds.

Tuesday, 30th of April 2024

13°C (55 °F)
8°C (47 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Wednesday, 1st of May 2024

12°C (54 °F)
10°C (49 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Solar Party (Video Trailer HD)

Published: March 01, 2009
Length: 33:05 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: norhteast1

Sneak preview of a video coming soon of three young Scottish lads and their band,Solar Party.


Mind Gone Blind - Liars & Preachers - Live version at B.I.T.S

Published: July 08, 2009
Length: 37:36 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: norhteast1

Video of Scottish rock band, Mind Gone Blind, performing their track Liars & Preachers at B.I.T.S near Banff.


Eclipse over Banff

Published: March 21, 2015
Length: 00:05 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: John Milne


Lifeboats Converge On Macduff Harbour

Published: December 30, 2013
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: norhteast1

Buckie, Fraserburgh and Macduff Lifeboats annual get together in Macduff Harbour 2013.


Macduff Harbour From On High - 12th May 2010

Published: June 07, 2010
Length: 04:26 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Steve Ellwood

Looking down on Macduff Harbour, Scotland on 12th May 2010.


A View Of The Sea From Banff And Macduff

Published: February 01, 2014
Length: 38:26 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: norhteast1

A look at the sea from the coastal villages of Banff and Macduff in North East Scotland on the first day of February 2014. (A98 open to the bus service but joggers beware)


Speedboat in Banff and Macduff

Published: August 05, 2007
Length: 51:40 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: s7jgw

Speedboat from Banff Marina heading for Macduff.


Moorcroft Cottage Near Banff - Self catering holiday accommodation Scotland

Published: May 19, 2013
Length: 25:50 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Unique Cottages

In a peaceful setting in the grounds of Mountcoffer House, a 17th century mansion house just 3 miles from Banff on Scotland's sunny north east coast, Moorcroft Cottage has its own separate...


BARBARA WEDDING MACDUFF THE CEREMONY.m2ts

Published: June 10, 2012
Length: 02:14 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: John Milne


Busking! At Macduff Aquarium!

Published: March 29, 2009
Length: 02:04 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: James Who?

Stuart Downie - Bass James Cuddy - Tamboreen/Vocals Michael Hepburn (Prrr) - Bongo Samuel Moir - Guitar/Vocals Made £2.32 :D Our cover of Valarie - The Zutons.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

River Deveron

The River Deveron, known anciently as the Dovern, is a river in the north east of Scotland. The river has a length of 60 miles, and has a reputation for its salmon, sea trout and brown trout fishing. In its upper reaches peaty water flows over a bottom of shingle and rock and is fast flowing. The river has its source in the Ladder Hills between Glenbuchat and the Cabrach, part of the Grampian range.

Located at 57.6667, -2.51667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Rivers of Scotland

Duff House

Duff House is a Georgian estate house in Banff, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Now in the care of Historic Scotland, it is part of the National Galleries of Scotland and houses a range of art treasures and superbly furnished rooms. It also hosts a programme of artistic events and is used as a base for artists and writers. The house and associated fishing temple and mausoleum are designated as Category A listed buildings.

Located at 57.6586, -2.51944 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
National Galleries of Scotland, William Adam buildings, Inventory of Gardens and Designed Landscapes, Museums in Aberdeenshire, Art museums and galleries in Aberdeenshire, Parks in Aberdeenshire, Historic house museums in Aberdeenshire, Country houses in Scotland, Art museums established in 1995, 1735 establishments in Scotland, Houses completed in 1740, 1995 establishments in Scotland, Historic Scotland properties in Aberdeenshire, Georgian architecture in Scotland, Category A listed buildings in Scotland, Listed houses in Scotland, Listed buildings in Aberdeenshire, Listed museum buildings in Scotland

Princess Royal Park

Princess Royal Park is a football ground in the town of Banff in the north-east of Scotland, which is the home ground of Highland Football League side Deveronvale F.C.. It is located on Airlie Gardens in the east of the town and has a capacity of 2,600 with 420 seated.

Located at 57.6633, -2.51774 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Highland Football League venues, Buildings and structures in Aberdeenshire, Deveronvale F.C.

Banff Bridge railway station

Banff Bridge railway station was a railway station in Banff Bridge, Banff, Aberdeenshire. It was the penultimate stop on a branch line from Inveramsay to Macduff. Another branch from Tillynaught railway station terminated at a separate station in Banff. Former Services Preceding station Disused railways Following station Macduff   British Railways   King Edward

Located at 57.6626, -2.50969 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Disused railway stations in Aberdeenshire, Railway stations closed in 1961

Macduff railway station

Macduff railway station was a railway station serving the settlements of Banff and Macduff, Aberdeenshire. It was the terminus of a branch line from Pitcaple Inveramsay, run originally by the Great North of Scotland Railway. Prior to the station being built, Macduff was served by Banff & Macduff station, almost a mile from the town. The preceding station on the line into Macduff was Banff Bridge, on the Macduff side of the bridge leading to neighbouring Banff.

Located at 57.6672, -2.5041 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Disused railway stations in Aberdeenshire

Banff Bay

Banff Bay is a coastal embayment in Scotland situated between the towns of Banff, Aberdeenshire and Macduff, Aberdeenshire. The Burn of Myrehouse is one of the streams draining to Banff Bay. Banff Bay is a prominent geographical feature along the northern coast of Aberdeenshire, and it is visible from a number of locations along the coastal plain such as Longman Hill situated somewhat distant to the east.

Located at 57.6667, -2.51667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Bays of Scotland

Chalmers Hospital

Chalmers Hospital is an NHS general hospital located in Banff, Scotland, a small coastal town around 46.5 miles north west of Aberdeen.

Located at 57.6694, -2.52333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
NHS Grampian, NHS Scotland hospitals, Health in Aberdeenshire, Hospitals in Aberdeenshire, Hospitals in Scotland, Hospitals established in 1864, 1864 establishments in Scotland

Banff Castle

Banff Castle is a ruined former royal castle located near Banff, Aberdeenshire, Scotland.

Located at 57.6666, -2.5224 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Castles in Aberdeenshire, Category A listed buildings in Scotland, Listed buildings in Aberdeenshire, Listed castles in Scotland


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Banff a Macduff, Banbh,, Banbh, バンフ, Banff i Skottland, Banff i Macduff, 班夫