Overlooking the Moray Firth, Buckie is a historic town on the north-east coast of Scotland. It was first mentioned in the 14th century and later developed into a thriving fishing and shipbuilding port. Today, it’s Buckie’s wildlife viewing opportunities, golf courses and long-distance walks that attract visitors.
Things to do in Buckie
For a dose of local history, head to the Buckie and District Fishing Heritage Centre, which is dedicated to the town’s industrial past. Learn about Buckie’s fishing and shipbuilding traditions as you browse the artefacts on display and hear about the role of a fisherman’s wife in times gone by. Adjacent to the museum is the elegant All Saints Episcopal Church with its pointed spire.
Buckie’s beaches provide the perfect setting for leisurely strolls, with dolphins, otters and ospreys often spotted at the mouth of Spey Bay. For a longer walk, you can embark on the Speyside Way from Buckie to Newtonmore, which takes in birchwood forests, pastures and moors along its route. Buckie is also located along the Moray Coast Trail, which is home to dramatic cliffs, deserted beaches and traditional villages.
Boasting a spectacular clifftop setting is the Buckpool Golf Club, which offers sweeping views across the Moray Firth from its 18 holes. On the other side of town is one of the oldest golf courses in Scotland, the Strathlene Golf Club. Originally established in 1877, it now features extensive practice facilities that include putting greens, practice bunkers and a driving range.
Getting around Buckie
Buckie is around 1.5 hours’ drive from Aberdeen and just over an hour from Aberdeen International Airport, which has flights to destinations across Europe. Regular buses connect to Buckie and the town centre is compact enough to explore on foot. Renting a car is the most convenient way of getting around the area.