Riverside Christian Church

The white-painted walls of Riverside Christian Church stand quietly on the edge of Buckie, a modest evangelical space that's been welcoming worshippers since the 1970s. It's not one of those ancient stone churches you'd fight through crowds to see - this is a working community place of worship, straightforward in design but genuine in purpose.

The church itself is fairly small and functional, the sort of spot locals slip into on a Sunday morning rather than a destination that'll eat up your afternoon. If you're touring Aberdeenshire's religious buildings, it's worth a quick look, though don't expect the architectural drama of some of the region's older kirks. The real appeal comes from understanding how faith communities have evolved in the Scottish Highlands - this isn't medieval history, it's living, contemporary worship.

It's worth noting that visiting times aren't advertised widely, so you'd need to check ahead or catch a service if you want to see inside. Buckie itself is a proper working fishing town with some character, not a tourist trap, so a morning here feels grounded and real.

If you're staying at Greencraig Pods just down the road - and it's excellent value - you can pop over on foot or a very short drive. Pair it with a walk along the coast or a proper breakfast at one of Buckie's cafés. It's the sort of thing to tick off if you're interested in how communities worship today, not something to specially travel for.