The fishing town of Buckie could be a great place for a cottage break along the Morayshire coast.
What Buckie offers for Cottage Breaks
Set along the Moray Firth coast, around mid-way between Lossiemouth and Banff, Buckie with its harbour, independent shops and eateries has plenty to offer visitors. There are two golf clubs in the town too. Be sure not to miss the town’s fish and chip shops; some of the tastiest fish and chips in the UK can be found in these parts of Scotland.
There are also fascinating heritage sites to discover close to Buckie, excellent wildlife watching opportunities and stunning coastal scenery.
Historical sites worth a visit include the ruins of Findlater Castle which cling to the cliffside just 10 miles from Buckie. Visit the Buckie and District Fishing Heritage centre to find out more about the history of the local area.
Keen wildlife watchers will be in their element holidaying in Buckie. Dolphin spotting boat trips run regularly from the harbour in season. Those on the lookout for dolphins may also want to visit the Scottish Dolphin Centre at Spey Bay where you might even see dolphins from the shore.
Stunning coastal scenery can be found along the Morayshire coast and the Moray Coastal Trail can guide you to some of the highlights. Discover pretty fishing villages like Findochty, Gardenstown and Pennan not too far away.
Whether you’re planning a romantic break, a family holiday or a getaway with friends, we hope you have the best of times on a self-catering break in this part of Scotland.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Buckie, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Moray.