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Jacki Gordon was in the sights of this deer in the woods near Castlemilk. “I was enjoying the Autumn colours popping in the warm glow of some sun when I realised I was not alone,” she said.

Jacki Gordon A young deer stands alert among golden-brown ferns in a sunlit forest clearing, its coat blending with the autumn hues. Behind it, tall birch trees rise with mottled trunks. — Jacki Gordon was in the sights of this deer in the woods near Castlemilk. “I was enjoying the Autumn colours popping in the warm glow of some sun when I realised I was not alone,” she said.

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This striking image of Musselburgh Garden of Remembrance was sent in by Norma Garthwaite who enjoyed the contrast of the bright red poppies.

Norma Garthwaite A stone pathway leads to a historic church, flanked by vibrant autumn trees in shades of orange, yellow, and red. Both sides of the path are lined with hundreds of bright red poppies planted in green grass, creating a striking memorial display. — This striking image of Musselburgh Garden of Remembrance was sent in by Norma Garthwaite who enjoyed the contrast of the bright red poppies.

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Robert Westerman reckons there are two pots of gold, six miles apart, thanks to this beautiful double rainbow over Machrihanish golf course.

Robert Westerman A sweeping rainbow arcs across a dramatic coastal scene, with waves crashing against dark, moss-covered rocks. The foreground features lush green grass leading to the edge of the shore, contrasting with the stormy sky above. Hints of blue sky peek through the clouds. — Robert Westerman reckons there are two pots of gold, six miles apart, thanks to this beautiful double rainbow over Machrihanish golf course.

Newly-refurbished Inverness Castle looks stunning lit up at night – in this image sent in by Duncan Walker.

Duncan Walker A grand stone castle is dramatically illuminated in warm golden lights against a pitch-black night sky. Its towers and battlements stand out with sharp architectural details, creating a striking silhouette. — Newly-refurbished Inverness Castle looks stunning lit up at night – in this image sent in by Duncan Walker.

Nature’s fireworks light up the sky as the Aurora makes a rare appearance over Loch Lomond, photographed by Gerry Doherty.

Gerry Doherty Stunning Aurora in shades of red and green light up the sky, reflecting on the water of Loch Lomond, the hills in the distance in silhouette — Nature’s fireworks light up the sky as the Aurora makes a rare appearance over Loch Lomond, photographed by Gerry Doherty.

Duncan Loraine from Lesmahagow captured the excitement of the local fireworks display.

Duncan Loraine Brilliant red fireworks burst across a dark night sky, creating dazzling trails of light and sparks. A group of spectators stands in the foreground, watching the display from behind a railing. — Duncan Loraine from Lesmahagow captured the excitement of the local fireworks display.

Emma Williamson demonstrated some impressive multi-tasking skills, taking this action shot in the water on a wild swim at Maywick beach, Shetland.

Emma Williamson A powerful ocean wave curls dramatically, forming a tunnel of foamy water near the shore. The coastline in the background features grassy hills and a few scattered buildings under a stormy, grey sky. — Emma Williamson demonstrated some impressive multi-tasking skills, taking this action shot in the water on a wild swim at Maywick beach, Shetland.

The first snowfalls of winter dust the top of the mountains at Loch Ba, Glencoe in this photo sent in by Greg Crawford.

Greg Crawford Snow-capped mountains rise majestically under a partly cloudy sky, their rugged slopes casting deep shadows. In the foreground, a calm reflective loch winds through golden-brown moorland dotted with sparse trees. — The first snowfalls of winter dust the top of the mountains at Loch Ba, Glencoe in this photo sent in by Greg Crawford.

Broad moonlight feels like daytime at Moffat Old Cemetery. Paul Henricksen said it was so bright it lit up his evening walk with partner Fi Armstrong who took the photo.

Fi Armstrong A moonlit graveyard is bathed in an eerie glow, with weathered headstones casting long shadows on the grass. A large tree stands prominently in the centre, framed by a cloud partially veiling the bright full moon. In the background, rooftops of houses peek through. — Broad moonlight feels like daytime at Moffat Old Cemetery. Paul Henricksen said it was so bright it lit up his evening walk with partner Fi Armstrong who took the photo.

Dawn in Staxigoe brought a stunning solar halo, creating an ethereal circle of light around the rising sun. John Cuthbert took this image and said it felt almost otherworldly.

John Cuthbert A rugged landscape glows under an intense golden-yellow sky, casting dramatic shadows across the ground. A faint rainbow arcs through the surreal light, blending softly into the horizon. — Dawn in Staxigoe brought a stunning solar halo, creating an ethereal circle of light around the rising sun. John Cuthbert took this image and said it felt almost otherworldly.

This red squirrel gave Robert McCrory some intense eye contact as it climbed up a tree in Perth.

Robert McCrory A close-up of a red squirrel clinging to the rough bark of a tree, its sharp claws gripping firmly. The squirrel’s bright, glossy eye and tufted ears stand out against its rich reddish-brown fur. — This red squirrel gave Robert McCrory some intense eye contact as it climbed up a tree in Perth.

A lively autumn sky makes a fitting backdrop for the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge, taken by Neil Lea.

Neil Lea A bronze war memorial statue stands tall on a stone pedestal inscribed with the words “united we conquer.” The base is adorned with red poppy wreaths and wooden crosses, symbolising remembrance and respect.
Behind the monument, a dramatic sunset fills the sky with fiery orange and deep purple hues. — A lively autumn sky makes a fitting backdrop for the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge, taken by Neil Lea.

Alan Nairn’s early morning walk in Broughty Ferry was rewarded with this fiery sunrise.

Alan Nairn A vivid sunrise paints the sky in fiery shades of orange, red, and purple, blending into darker clouds above. There is a calm sea below reflecting the sunset. — Alan Nairn’s early morning walk in Broughty Ferry was rewarded with this fiery sunrise.

Edinburgh’s St Giles Cathedral is lit up in red for remembrance as part of a city-wide initiative to honour servicemen and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in conflicts around the world. Photo sent in by Alex Orr.

Alex Orr A grand Gothic-style cathedral dominates the scene, its ornate spire dramatically lit in red against the night sky. In the foreground, a bronze statue sits on a stone pedestal, overlooking the bustling street below. The area is illuminated by bright city lights, with people walking near the historic building. — Edinburgh’s St Giles Cathedral is lit up in red for remembrance as part of a city-wide initiative to honour servicemen and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in conflicts around the world. Photo sent in by Alex Orr.

Utter calm on Loch Tay – Phil Dawson captured this serene image of a floating sauna.

Phil Dawson A floating sauna rests on the still heart of Loch Tay. The mist drifts slow across the water, the hills fade into cloud, and the whole glen feels caught between dream and waking. — Utter calm on Loch Tay – Phil Dawson captured this serene image of a floating sauna.

Brian McKenna from Giffnock loved the autumn colour on the trees at Professors’ Square, Glasgow University.

Brian McKenna A stone staircase framed by black wrought-iron railings leads up to a glowing streetlamp surrounded by vivid red autumn leaves. Behind the foliage, an ornate historic building with spires and intricate architecture rises against a grey sky. — Brian McKenna from Giffnock loved the autumn colour on the trees at Professors’ Square, Glasgow University.

Coloured lighting turned the Falkirk Wheel into something completely different for visitor Kevin Hamill.

Kevin Hamill A series of illuminated green arches create a mesmerising tunnel effect over a calm waterway, their reflections forming perfect circles. The structure is dramatically lit against the dark night sky, with distant town lights faintly visible in the background. Metal railings and platforms frame the foreground. — Coloured lighting turned the Falkirk Wheel into something completely different for visitor Kevin Hamill.

Victor Tregubov thought this spider’s web near Lairg was a masterpiece from mother nature.

Victor Tregubov A delicate spider's web glistens with tiny dew droplets, forming perfect concentric circles and radial lines. The web is stretched between dry twigs and curled autumn leaves, creating a natural frame. — Victor Tregubov thought this spider’s web near Lairg was a masterpiece from mother nature.

A bold scene from Robert Westerman of Westport Beach, who said: “The low sun caught the dunes just right, setting them aglow in the foreground and the distance. Sea spray drifted through the air, filling it with a salty mist and a touch of magic. A couple walked their dog along the shoreline, leaning into the breeze. A refreshing, if blustery, stroll through one of Kintyre’s most beautiful stretches of sand.”

Robert Westerman Golden sunlight illuminates a rugged sand dune on the left, casting warm tones across the windswept beach. Waves roll gently onto the shore, their white foam contrasting with the deep blue water. In the distance, a few figures walk along the shoreline, adding scale. — A bold scene from Robert Westerman of Westport Beach, who said: “The low sun caught the dunes just right, setting them aglow in the foreground and the distance. Sea spray drifted through the air, filling it with a salty mist and a touch of magic. A couple walked their dog along the shoreline, leaning into the breeze. A refreshing, if blustery, stroll through one of Kintyre’s most beautiful stretches of sand.”

“I was astonished to see such a glorious autumn display in the heart of Glasgow in Queen’s Park,” said Susheel Vani.

Susheel Vani Golden autumn leaves blanket the trees, creating a vibrant canopy of warm yellows and oranges. The forest floor is covered in a thick layer of fallen leaves and tall trunks rise through the foliage. — “I was astonished to see such a glorious autumn display in the heart of Glasgow in Queen’s Park,” said Susheel Vani.

Remember, remember, Plockton fireworks display on 5 November. Thanks to Sam Bilner, we did.

Sam Bilner Brilliant fireworks explode in the night sky, with vibrant red and green streaks radiating outward in a dazzling display. Below, a quiet coastal village glows with warm lights, reflecting softly on the water’s surface. — Remember, remember, Plockton fireworks display on 5 November. Thanks to Sam Bilner, we did.

All aboard the Hogwarts Express – Paul Bradley from Mid Wales saw this vision emerging from the steam clouds at Glenfinnan Station.

Paul Bradley The black steam locomotive "The Jacobite” stands on a railway track, surrounded by thick clouds of white steam. Its front features bright red buffers and metallic details, contrasting with the dark body of the train. Dense greenery lines the platform in the background. — All aboard the Hogwarts Express – Paul Bradley from Mid Wales saw this vision emerging from the steam clouds at Glenfinnan Station.

Jane Sayliss put an old deer antler on her bird table much to the delight of the local goldfinch population.

Jane Sayliss A small bird with a vivid red face and white chest perches on the tip of a curved antler. Behind it, fresh green foliage fills the scene, with a soft blue lake and distant hills in the background. — Jane Sayliss put an old deer antler on her bird table much to the delight of the local goldfinch population.

Calm and still was the scene for Frank McCafferty as the sun rose over Rannoch Moor and the early sunlight hit the Black Mount.

Frank McCafferty Snow-capped mountains rise under a soft blue sky, their peaks mirrored perfectly in a still, glass-like lake. Scattered rocks break the water’s surface, adding texture to the serene reflection. — Calm and still was the scene for Frank McCafferty as the sun rose over Rannoch Moor and the early sunlight hit the Black Mount.

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