Forres Local The full programme of more than 100 events spread over ten days has been announced for the fourth Findhorn Bay Festival, held in Scotland’s ‘Year of Stories’ Set in unexpected spaces and scenic locations, and marking the 10th anniversary of Findhorn Bay Arts, the 4th Findhorn Bay Festival boasts an eclectic, vibrant and wide-ranging mix of outstanding … Read more
What makes Scotland’s Greatest Escape? Is it right here, under our noses, in the Forres area? BBC Scotland is filming a new eight-part series which will take audiences on a journey to the very best escapes that Scotland has to offer and ultimately crown one as Scotland’s Greatest Escape. The production team are now putting … Read more
Councillors in Moray have agreed a £150,000 scheme to improve CCTV in Forres and other towns across Moray The spend will replace all cameras, back office equipment and the installation of additional cameras in places identified as hotspots for anti-social behaviour, crime and missing persons. The equipment is now operational in Elgin with Forres, Lossiemouth, … Read more
Forres has a new high street shop for the summer, selling fruit and veg, crafts and fresh bakes, all from local suppliers and producers. And for the first time in Forres – a refill station where you can bring your own containers and fill up with your favourites. The mini market is operated by Findhorn … Read more
A vibrant mix of outstanding Scottish art, theatre and performance, storytelling and live music will arrive in the area once again on the area for the fourth Findhorn Bay Bay Festival. Ten shows have been announced which include a humanising tribute to the 16th and 17th century Scottish Witch Trials, a triple bill of folk … Read more
Two well-kent faces and volunteers with Findhorn-based rescue organisation MIRO attended a prestigious garden party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Wednesday (29 June). Moray Inshore Rescue Organisation (MIRO) senior Coxswain, Simon Paterson, and Helm, Alastair Macdonald (Attie), were invited to the garden party, which was attended by Prince Charles, The Princess Royal and the … Read more
A leading luxury travel agency has opened a travel boutique in Forres as part of ambitious plans for growth. Murray Travel’s new outlet are its third in the north of Scotland and occupy the familiar building once occupied by Beaver Travel. The move follows last year’s takeover of Alba Travel and Beaver Travel, which came … Read more
Tours of the town’s landmark Tolbooth will be available from this Saturday, and will include access to the clocktower and magnificent views across the town. The Tolbooth clocktower offers rooftop views to the north, south, east and west with an unobstructed vista over the high street, Market Square and Mercat Cross. But the views are … Read more
A national event is returning to Moray earlier than expected, and will be focussed largely around Forres for five of the six days it will be here, and will bring an economic boost of around £1 million. Businesses are being advised to be prepared to make the most of the influx with hospitality providers urged … Read more
A vet nurse who reduced her working hours when she became a mum, has launched her own outdoor play centre on land at her family farm. Nicola Manson, from Brodieshill, has opened a purpose built unit at the farm a mile from the A96 between Forres and Alves. However the focus is very much on … Read more