Paisley Wins Scotland Town of Year for Ambitious Regeneration

Paisley has been named Scotland's Town of the Year 2025 in recognition of its ambitious regeneration and community-led transformation, with judges highlighting the town's significant resurgence driven by major cultural projects and unprecedented investment. Key developments include the £85.5 million Paisley Grammar School Community Campus, the refurbished Paisley Museum set to reopen as Scotland’s largest cultural heritage project, and the transformation of Paisley Town Hall, Learning and Cultural Hub, and Arts Centre. This renaissance is credited with attracting new businesses, residents, and visitors, with around 20 new independent businesses opening this year, bolstered by strong community and council collaboration. Renfrewshire Council has emphasized the importance of culture in driving the town's revitalization, alongside multi-phase housing and public space improvements. The award, organized by Scotland’s Towns Partnership, celebrates towns fostering vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable communities, and Paisley’s journey is seen as an inspiring model for others. Community leaders and local ambassadors celebrate Paisley's unique character and exciting future, with ongoing projects promising further growth and renewal.