Fitoberfest 2026
A month of fitness, health and wellbeing across Maud and Mintlaw. Free family dodgeball, walking netball, gym classes, a holiday camp and our pumpkin evening, and much more.
A New Running Group for Buchan
Maud Run Club launches in September 2026. It is not just for gym members, it is not just for people in Maud, and it is definitely not just for people who already call themselves runners. If you live anywhere across Buchan or a bit further afield, you are welcome to come along.
What Recovery Really Looks Like
When I went into hospital in April, I thought I knew exactly what recovery would look like. Six weeks on, here's my honest, week-by-week diary of what really happened — the setbacks, the small wins, and everything I wish I'd known before I started.
Holiday Provision at Maud Village Trust: What's On This Summer
The school holidays are nearly here, and we have a programme of activities lined up to keep children, young people and families busy, fed and well looked after right through the break.
Kilts and Community Spirit
The Tartan Army Workout with Colleen was a brilliant way to mark Scotland's World Cup journey.
A Local Lens on Life: Meet Jake Smith
Sometimes, the most inspiring stories are found right on our doorstep. Jake Smith is one of those stories. Jake, who lives with quadriplegic cerebral palsy, has spent the last five years quietly building something quite remarkable. Armed with a camera and an outlook on life that most of us can only aspire to, he has developed into an award-winning photographer.
Lighting Up Maud, Window Wanderland 2025
This year, Maud Village Trust was delighted to bring the community together once again for Window Wanderland, a creative event that transformed the village into a glowing trail of colour, imagination, and local pride.