SPW022101 SCOTLAND (1928). Banff, general view, showing North Pier and Banff Castle. An oblique aerial photograph taken facing north.

Banff Castle, now used by various groups and associations. Recently re-furnished outbuildings and main building. Although this is called Banff Castle it actually refers to the site in which this building is set. The original Castle is believed to have been in existence around 1126. Archeological examinations of the site point to it as having included a motte. Due to extensive landscaping, however, no trace of this survives. An 18th Century John Adam mansion now occupies the site.