8 h. ago Readers Gallery October 2025: A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by our readers

Readers Gallery October 2025: A selection of beautiful pictures from around Scotland taken by contributors to The Scotsman Readers Gallery

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33 h. ago Scottish Isle with waterfalls “straight out of a fantasy movie” called must

The Isle is a must-visit destination in Scotland, with its dramatic landscapes, picturesque waterfalls and stunning views

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54 h. ago Steve Clarke sets Scotland record and urges team to avoid complacency

Belarus visit Hampden Park for qualifier on SundayClarke to become nation’s longest-serving managerSteve Clarke will take at least a moment to celebrate the achievement of taking charge of more Scotland games than any other manager as Belarus visit Hampden Park on Sunday. For Clarke, this is game No 72 in office. Craig Brown was previously Scotland’s longest-serving manager by matches.Clarke’s big picture involves World Cup qualification, with Scotland in a strong position, but he can appreciate his longevity. “I’d be a bit daft if I wasn’t proud because I’m the first guy to reach that amount of games,” he said. “It’s nice, but that’s a little personal thing at the moment. It shouldn’t be about me. It’s about the team and it’s about trying to get to the World Cup so that’s what we’re going to focus on. Continue reading...

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54 h. ago Steve Clarke approaches milestone and urges Scotland to avoid complacency

Belarus visit Hampden Park for qualifier on SundayClarke takes charge of record 72nd game for countrySteve Clarke will take a moment to celebrate a significant achievement when Belarus visit Hampden Park on Sunday. It will be game 72 in office for Clarke, surpassing Craig Brown as Scotland’s longest-serving manager in terms of matches.Clarke’s big picture involves World Cup qualification, with Scotland in a strong position, but he can appreciate his longevity. “I’d be a bit daft if I wasn’t proud because I’m the first guy to reach that amount of games,” he said. “It’s nice, but that’s a little personal thing at the moment. It shouldn’t be about me. It’s about the team and it’s about trying to get to the World Cup so that’s what we’re going to focus on. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Scottish regions with picturesque lochs and grand munros named in UK's best wild camping spots

A new study ranked the best wild camping spots using article features, online searches, rainfall, and safety tips.

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5 d. ago See stunning pictures of Scotland's supermoon light up skies from Glasgow to Orkney

Scots from the Borders to Orkney headed out last night to take some snaps of the amazing supermoon

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5 d. ago Ten Scottish hotels named among best in UK – from plush city centre spots to picturesque hidden gems

TEN Scottish hotels have been named among the best across the UK - and it includes everything from plush city centre spots to picturesque hidden gems. Scotland is home to several wonderful locations with gorgeous landscapes that are also quirky and steeped in history, so it’s no wonder that many receive nationwide attention. A new study has found that a...

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9 d. ago Storm Amy in pictures as high winds and heavy rain batters Scotland

An amber warning for wind is in place across parts of Scotland, with yellow warnings across most of the rest of the country.

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1 week ago Legendary sleeper train service launches new route linking major UK cities

People will be bale to easily access picturesque views of Scotland easier from the Midlands as the popular Caledonian Sleeper Train has announced a brand new route

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1 week ago 'Charming' town is 'seafood capital' with stunning coastal views and castles galore

Nestled on the west coast of Scotland, this charming village is known for its seafood and picturesque views

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1 week ago Scotland in 1966 in Pictures: Here are 24 fascinating photos of Scottish life 59 years ago

Scotland was a very different place in the mid-60s.

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1 week ago I went on a foraging walk at one of Scotland's most picturesque spots

A weekend foraging walk on Scotland’s beautiful west coast makes for an ideal slow Sunday, finds Rosalind Erskine.

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2 w. ago Scotland in 1958 in Photos: Here are 26 amazing pictures showing Scottish life 67 years ago

Scotland looked very different nearly seven decades ago.

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2 w. ago Scotland's stunning landscapes and historic cities that served as magical filming locations

Scotland is home to some of the most scenic and picturesque locations that have served as backdrops for some iconic fantasy films

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2 w. ago Scotland in the Fifties: Here are 23 amazing pictures showing Scottish life in 1959

Scotland was a very different place at the end of the 1950s.

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3 w. ago Scotland in 1970: Here are 19 amazing pictures of life in Scotland 55 years ago

Scotland was a very different place five-and-a-half decades ago.

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3 w. ago Scotland in 1962: Here are 23 remarkable pictures of Scottish life 63 years ago

Scotland was a very different place in the first part of the 1960s.

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3 w. ago Two picturesque Scottish road trips travellers can go on this autumn

The study by Indigo Car Hire ranked UK road trips based on tree cover, nearby heritage sites and autumn events.

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3 w. ago Scotland in 1960: Here are 19 incredible pictures of life in Scotland 65 years ago

Things looked very different in Scotland at the start of the 1960s.

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3 w. ago Picturesque Scottish train journey crowned best in Europe beating Switzerland route

"Keep an eye out for one of the most distinctive mountain ranges in Scotland."

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