Peaky Blinders Memorial

The Peaky Blinders Memorial in Banff is a curious draw for fans of the BBC crime drama, though it's worth being honest about what you're actually getting here. This isn't some sprawling film set or museum - it's a modest landmark that commemorates the show's connection to the area. If you've binged the series and fancy a pilgrimage to the Scottish Highlands, it's worth a quick stop, but don't expect anything elaborate.

What makes it work is the setting itself. Banff sits on the Aberdeenshire coast with proper character - fishing heritage, granite buildings, and genuine grit that the show's aesthetic taps into. The memorial serves as a focal point for that connection rather than the destination itself. You're looking at perhaps twenty minutes here unless you pair it with exploring Banff's actual sights - the High Street has substance, and the harbour walk rewards an hour's wander.

Families with teenagers obsessed with the show will get a kick out of the pilgrimage angle. History buffs after real Aberdeenshire stories might find the memorial a bit thin on its own, though the coastal setting and local character run deep. Adults seeking a proper Highlands break should view this as a bonus detour rather than a main event.

The caravan parks nearby - Portsoy Links is practically on your doorstep at 0.2 miles - make it easy to base yourself here for a few days. Use Banff as your hub, tick off the memorial on day one, then explore the wider coast properly.