Cromarty Gaelic Chapel

The old Gaelic chapel in Cromarty is a seriously small affair - the kind of place where you half expect the roof to cave in, yet somehow it's still standing. Built in the early 1800s, it's one of Scotland's tiniest churches, and stepping inside feels like walking into someone's front room rather than a house of worship. The whitewashed walls are bare, the wooden pews cramped, and there's barely enough space to swing a cat.

What makes it worth the drive north from Inverness is the raw authenticity. No gift shop, no visitor centre, no café - just a genuine piece of Highland religious history that's been largely left alone. The chapel sits in Cromarty village itself, which is lovely for a proper wander. The town's got a bit of bohemian charm, with craft shops and a surprisingly good bakery.

It's free to visit, though opening hours are a bit loose - best to check locally or call ahead. You'll spend twenty minutes inside, maybe another hour pottering round the village. Families won't get much out of it unless they're keen on history, and children will definitely get restless in the cramped space. History buffs and anyone interested in Highland culture will find it genuinely moving though.

If you're staying at Delny Glamping nearby, this makes an easy half-morning excursion. The village itself is the real draw - the chapel is just one part of a charming coastal stop between Inverness and the Black Isle.