Well, finding this gem was such a surprise!…read more Founded in 1140 by David I and dedicated to the Virgin Mary, Cambuskenneth Abbey was initially known as the Abbey of St Mary of Stirling. In 1326, the Abbey stood as Robert Bruce's parliament and the small graveyard is the burial place of James III and his queen, Margaret of Denmark. It's certainly a historical marvel and just a short walk away from the centre of Stirling. We didn't expect to stumble across it when our impromptu cycle trip headed out of town and into the beautiful Cambuskeneth. Since we didn't have our bike locks, we couldn't venture in for a closer look but I'd definitely love to come back and explore the grounds some more, as the Abbey is absolutely stunning. I'm surprised I'd not heard of the Abbey in my four years in Stirling. Do head out this way and take a peek at the historical Cambuskenneth Abbey; she's a real beauty!

We got married in this Church, and it is Such a beautiful peaceful church. The Church has a great…read more background view of the Campsie Hills, simply Beautiful. The church has Lovely Stained Glass windows, which one has to see.

Lenzie Union Parish Church is a very important place for the Lenzie community. As well as offering…read moreall the normal Church services - it also has two large community halls that house the activities of many local groups. These two halls - known as the Old Hall and the New Hall for obvious reasons - are home to events as diverse as Mother & Toddler groups, coffee mornings, school lunch clubs and charity fundraising events. Both halls are equipped by kitchens and toilets, although the facilities in the New Hall are a lot bigger. The New Hall also has a stage. In the foyer of the New Hall you will find a community noticeboard with posters detailing almost every event that is taking place in Lenzie. Although there is a small car park at the Church - most visitors park in a neighbouring side road.

Located right next to the equally famous Linlithgow Palace is St Michael's Church, one of the…read morelargest "burgh churches" in Scotland, and regarded as one of the finest. The Church that stands today was built in the 1100s but was greatly damaged in the 1424 fire that also destroyed the Palace. It also has some major 19th century renovations too. Like many places around Edinburgh, Cromwell stabled his horses inside and much damage was done to the interior. Despite all this, the Church is a great example of an early and late medieval burgh building. This is also where Mary Queen of Scots was christened and, I believe, where her father James V was crowned. The church has a very distinctive modern steeple, which resembles crisscrossing metal spikes. Reactions to this contemporary addition are mixed. Its actually supposed to resemble Christ's crown of thorns. No matter your feelings, its certainly interesting and a great talking point. The Church is certainly worth at least a quick look around, especially if you're on your way to the Palace. Its the sort of place that has so much concentrated history its quite hard to believe. It's also a popular venue for weddings and other services.

By some distance the most striking building in Kilpatrick, the Parish Church was erected in 1812,…read morealthough its believed the original building came along in the 12th century. It features a fascinating graveyard with some of the elaborate tombs believed to date back as far as the 14th century.

The Salvation Army has it's headquarters in the church hall between the big coop on the corner and…read morethe Royal Bank of Scotland. It's back door is just a stones throw from the Dalmuir Credit Union and you are always guaranteed a hot cup of tea at a price that doesn't make you need one. They have all sorts of sales and drive days so when you see the door open.Take a walk in.you wont be disappointed.

I found myself at Destiny church as it was the venue of choice for a two-night run of my friend's…read moreplay 'What The Frack?' which she both wrote and directed. Cast aside any traditional conceptions you have of a church because: holy moly, this is no conventional place of worship. It's situated above a bingo hall and the church itself is an old cinema. You actually walk through the bingo entrance to get to the church. I was headed there on a Friday night, and so I was met with the bingo folks outside. No, you are not in the wrong place. - Head up the stairs on the far left. The church is a cinema, it really is. Snack bar area still intact, which they used for refreshments for the play, and one large cinema hall and stage with rows of seats. I can't describe it any other way than it really is a church in an old cinema hall, and it's refreshing to see a church as modern and unique as this. It's great that they were happy for the play to go ahead in the building. - It was just perfect for the occasion. If anyone is looking for theatre space in future, I'd certainly recommend they see if there's anything Destiny can do for them.