Best of Buchan Awards

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Best of Buchan Awards in Association with Buchan Offshore Wind
The Best of Buchan Awards are a cornerstone of the annual Peterhead Scottish Week calendar.
They celebrate the exceptional individuals, groups, and businesses that make the Buchan area a vibrant place to live and work.
Organised by the Peterhead Scottish Week committee, these prestigious awards provide a platform for the community to nominate and honour their local heroes. From dedicated volunteers and inspiring young people to innovative businesses and community champions, the awards shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond for others.
Each year, the entrants are chosen by public and celebrated during Scottish Week, highlighting the incredible community spirit, resilience, and pride that define the heart of Buchan.
Celebrating Our Local Heroes: The Nominees
These awards recognise the outstanding people, businesses, and groups making a lasting impact across our community.
Below are the official, public-nominated entrants for each category:
  • ‘IAIN SMALL’ BLUE LIGHT HERO OF THE YEAR: Recognising front-line emergency service personnel who go above and beyond to keep us safe.
  • TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Honouring educators who inspire, motivate, and make a profound difference in the lives of local students.
  • SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT OF THE YEAR: Celebrating individuals or teams who have shown dedication, excellence, and triumph in local sports.
  • OUTSTANDING LOCAL OF THE YEAR: Applauding a remarkable individual whose daily actions bring pride and positive change to the area.
  • ‘JEAN CLARK’ VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR: Shining a light on the unsung heroes giving up their own time to help others.
  • BUSINESS OF THE YEAR: Spotlighting local enterprises delivering exceptional service, innovation, and value to the community.
  • ‘ALICE MACNAIR’ GROUP / ORGANISATION LEADER OF THE YEAR: Appreciating the guiding hands who successfully steer our local community groups.
  • YOUNG AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR: Showcasing the inspiring young people (age 16 – 21) who act as exceptional role models for the next generation.
  • MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR: Toasting the creative talents who enrich our local culture and bring communities together through music.

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Closing date is the 1st July at 9pm

    Best of Buchan Awards 2026 in association with

    The event is on Saturday 25th July at the Palace hotel.  It will be a glitzy night to remeber.  

    Three finalists for each category and the winner will be announced throughout the evening.  

    All is not lost, if you don’t win the category because the top award from the night will be chosen from the runners up to become 

    Best of Buchan 2026.

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