The north-east coast of Scotland makes a striking
destination for
conferences,
meetings and
events.
The Banff and Buchan region in particular offers a dramatic coastline with rugged cliffs and extensive sand dunes perfect for adventurous land and water-based
teambuilding events and
corporate activities, whilst Banff harbour is also used for recreation and fishing these days rather than as a commercial port. Separated from Macduff by the Deveron Valley and river, Banff offers
meeting planners a great base from which to explore the region which boasts an abundance of
historic venues, the town especially featuring impressive Georgian buildings which have set it apart as an Outstanding Conservation Area. Although ideal for daring delegates wanting to indulge in outdoor pursuits and
corporate activities, the area boasts numerous golf courses making this a great choice for
corporate golf events and certainly provides an idyllic escape for secluded
conference retreats as well as romantic
weddings. Proximity to Aberdeen only adds to the appeal of this coastal gem as a location for
meetings,
conferences and
events.
Banff is easy to reach via the A96 and cross country roads or the A98, via rail links at nearby Keith or Huntly, and via flights into Aberdeen Airport for international conference delegates.
Duff House is an impressive landmark and historic venue considered one of William Adam’s best works. Home to a permanent collection of works from the National Galleries of Scotland, this majestic setting makes the perfect wedding venue whilst also catering for small meetings and teambuilding events thanks to the surrounding parkland. An inspiring setting for any event. Banff Castle is another delightful historic building, originally dating from the 12th Century, with four beautiful Georgian rooms suited to meetings, exhibitions, weddings and events. Banff and Buchan College is an academic venue with a main campus, several local learning centres and sports facilities available for hire. Banff hotels offer superb conference and banqueting facilities such as the Fife Lodge Hotel which boasts one of the largest ballrooms in Aberdeenshire and an excellent reputation as a wedding venue. The versatile ballroom is perfect for hosting large conferences and exhibitions being able to accommodate 250 delegates for conferences and up to 400 for corporate hospitality events. The Tufted Duck Hotel offers banqueting facilities and meeting suites with capacity for up to 200 delegates, whilst the Banff Springs Hotel allows delegates to get a taste of traditional Scotland being located close to the famous Speyside Whisky Trail and providing 3 fully equipped conference rooms able to accommodate up to 300 delegates.