Fraserburgh - Scotland's Leading Light. Visit Fraserburgh for golf, fishing, cycling, shopping and more...

For an active holiday, short break or business visit, Fraserburgh has it all to offer.

Discover the endless golden sandy beaches, step back in time at the Fraserburgh Heritage centre or play on the Fraserburgh links golf course. From cycling and walking to shopping and a range of water sports Fraserburgh offers so much to see and do.

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Firefighter given bravery award for saving woman from sinking car

A dedicated firefighter who helped rescue a woman from a sinking car has been commended for bravery.

Crew Manager Kevin Smith raced to the scene after being alerted to the emergency at Macduff Harbour.

Source: Fraserburgh Herald View Archive

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Tides Times

May 26, 2016

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Fish Landings

May 26, 2016

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Fraserburgh Fishing Industry

The growth of the herring fishing industry in the 19th century put Fraserburgh firmly on the map. The development of the harbour allowed more than 1000 drifters to land their fish each season in the busiest years between 1870 and 1900. At this ... Read More.

Fraserburgh RNLI Lifeboat

Fraserburgh was the first RNLI Station in Scotland, opening in 1858. It is thought that the station was closed for sometime between 1848 and 1858 when the lifeboat was placed in the town at the request of the residents. Three times in the 20... Read More.

Clan Fraser

The Fraser family are said to originate from Anjou in France. The Fraser's settled in Scotland around the 12th century. It is known that Sir Alexander Fraser of Cowie and Durris and first of Philorth died circa 1410. His son, also ... Read More.

Broadsea Village

Broadsea, also known as 'The Seatown' was originally a separate village which is now integrated into the town of Fraserburgh. The village was inhabited by fishermen, a hardy but insular community of people. The first houses were erected at the ... Read More.

Heritage Centre

This stands adjacent to The Museum of Scottish Lighthouses. In May 2007 the Fraserburgh Heritage Centre, was awarded a FOUR STAR rating by Visit Scotland and previous winner of the Scottish Museum of the Year award and Commended by the tourist ... Read More.