Banff Bridge

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This bridge over the River Deveron linking Banff and Macduff dates from 1779 and replaced an earlier one that had been swept away by a flood. Principal engineer for the construction was John Smeaton (1724-1792) The bridge was widened in 1881. The bridge carries a considerable amount of traffic, so much so that recently a study was undertaken to test local reaction for possible improvement. Amongst the schemes mooted were a footbridge to the north of the existing bridge that would enable pedestrians and cyclists to cross the river away from the traffic that at times seems to threaten the narrow walkways on the road bridge

Macduff - Banffs neighbour

Although this is Macduff Harbour it qualifies for the 'Blog' because it shows a Banff registered fishing boat - there's always a way!

Macduff is just across the River Deveron estuary to the east of Banff. It's a nice place. The harbour area is well worth a visit. Maybe not as busy as in it's heyday but there's plenty going on.

Shipyard seems to be doing ok and that has to be good news for the local economy.

I like this place.

What a fantastic place this is

Hard to believe the A98 is just a few feet away in the background.

 Down below the links provide a warm welcome on a cold day

Happy New Year

Wherever you are in the world

All the best for 2010

from

Banff

Banffshire

Scotland

Snow in Banff

Snow in Banff
This picture was taken on Wednesday 30th December










Snow plow in action keeping the paths clear and doing a very good job