The Platform and Annie's Cakery

The Platform in Macduff is the best use for an old railway station we’ve ever seen. Over the past few months, the building has evolved into a wonderful shopping destination.It’s the perfect place to spend an enjoyable afternoon treating yourself to something new, or catching up over lunch, coffee, and cake while enjoying spectacular Moray Firth views and spotting a dolphin or two.The Platform offers a fabulous selection of gifts, home furnishings, clothing for men and women, cycles, and water sport equipment, along with a great little patisserie called Annie’s Cakery. Both fashion and gifts are on trend and offer something a little different—perfect if you’re hunting for an outfit for a special event or just fancy some relaxed browsing.You’ll find a great selection of women’s labels, including casual weekend favourites like Superdry and FitFlop, daywear from Tia and B’Young, and well-cut trousers from Robell. There’s also a stunning range of casual and occasion wear from Carla Ruiz, Latte, and Laura Bernal.The menswear collection features robust styles from outdoor specialists Dubarry and Helly Hansen, as well as casual ranges from Superdry and French Connection.In the giftware department, there’s something to suit almost every occasion or person, including beautiful glassware, cute baby gifts, celebration gifts, cards, and fun items like champagne cork tables and stools for indoor or outdoor use.No visit to The Platform would be complete without stopping by Annie’s Cakery for lunch or a delicious treat. If you’re feeling generous, you can even take a cake or two home. Annie’s Cakery offers light lunches, a range of coffee and refreshments, celebration cakes, and afternoon tea.