About

Moray lies in the north-east of Scotland between Inverness and the Highlands to the west of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire to the east. The area is rich in fertile farmlands and has long stretches of beautiful, sandy beaches, which can be found right along the coast from Findhorn to Cullen.

For those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, there is excellent sailing and angling facilities as well as four leisure harbours. It is also a golfer’s paradise where Moray can boast 16 courses throughout the region including a championship links course at Lossiemouth.  Moray is steeped in history and for those who prefer to take a more cultural look at the history of the area, there are a number of castles, museums and landmarks which are well worth a visit.

The Moray economy has a diverse base of primary industries including agriculture, fishing and forestry.  There are a number of manufacturing companies throughout Moray producing quality products such as cashmere textiles and food which is exported worldwide. Over half the working distilleries in Scotland are located in Moray, which is well documented as ‘Malt Whisky Country’.  Fine Malt Whisky is produced in distilleries set in picturesque of settings and close to the natural raw ingredients on which the unique distinctive flavours are based and enjoyed worldwide. Whilst the industry does not employ large numbers of people, it produces vast amounts for the export industry where whisky is one of the UK’s top five earners.

Moray is also home to a major RAF base at Lossiemouth which is a well-integrated part of the local community and an important part of the local economy. With the closure in 2011 of Moray’s other RAF base at Kinloss, the local Community Planning partners have embarked on a new economic strategy for Moray which is aimed at growing and diversifying the economy.

Moray in Europe

European Funding is a major contributor to Moray’s economy.  It has enabled us to create a range of innovative projects, which include measures to regenerate town centres, building an infrastructure for business development premises, creating tourism facilities such as walking & cycling routes, diversification of declining industries, addressing skills shortages and social inclusion issues through training. All these initiatives are contributing to creating conditions of growth, community regeneration and leaving a legacy beyond the life-span of the projects.

Contact EU Funding & Policy enquiries

Reni Milbun
Principal Development Officer
Moray Council
External Funding & Business Development
High Street
Elgin
Moray
IV30 1BX

Tel 0044 1343 563425
www.moray.gov.uk