Scotland, Edinburgh, Royal Scottish Academy. Illuminated facade of the Royal Scottish Academy on the busy Princes Street.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Christmas Fair. Ice rink in the East Princes Street Gardens.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Christmas Fair. Ferris wheel located near the Scott Monument in East Princes Street Gardens.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Christmas Fair. A Ferris wheel forming part of the city Christmas fair held near the Scott Monument in East Princes Street Gardens.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Christmas Fair. Ferris wheel located near the Scott Monument in East Princes Street Gardens.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Christmas Fair. Ferris wheel located near the Scott Monument in East Princes Street Gardens.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Saint Cuthberts. A church has stood on the hallowed land below Castle Rock since the 7th century when St Cuthbert, a famous Northumbrian Saint, built the first church with mud and wattle. Crossfire between the castle and opposing parties has led to the church being damaged or destroyed on numerous times, resulting in numerous rebuilds with the final church being constructed in 1894.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Castle illuminated at night.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Castle illuminated at night.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Castle is built upon the remains of an extinct volcano, originally known as Lookout Hill but now known as Castle Rock, which has been used as a stronghold for over 3000 years.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle. The last light of the setting sun illuminates Edinburgh Castle.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle. The last light of the setting sun illuminates Edinburgh Castle.

Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle. The last light of the setting sun illuminates Edinburgh Castle.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Rainbow over the banks of Loch Lomond and nearby mountains.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Rainbow over the banks of Loch Lomond and nearby mountains.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Arklet Falls and Sniad Burn near Inversnaid during Autumn.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Arklet Falls and Sniad Burn near Inversnaid during Autumn.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Moss covered boulders on Loch Lomond with mountains in the background.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Moss covered boulders on Loch Lomond with mountains in the background.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Moss covered boulders on Loch Lomond with mountains in the background.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Sunset over Loch Lomond viewed from the bay of Milarrochy.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The autumnal colours of Oak woodlands fringing Loch Lomond at the bay of Milarrochy.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The autumnal colours of Oak woodlands fringing Loch Lomond at the bay of Milarrochy.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The autumnal colours of Oak woodlands fringing Loch Lomond at the bay of Milarrochy.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The autumnal colours of Oak woodlands fringing Loch Lomond at the bay of Milarrochy.

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The autumnal colours of Oak woodlands fringing Loch Lomond at the bay of Milarrochy.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Carter Bar. Snow engulfed forest plantation near the Carter Bar England / Scotland border.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Carter Bar. Snow on high land near Carter Bar on the English Border, looking towards the rolling hills of Scotland.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Eyemouth. Bronze statue celebrating the historical hero of the coastal town of Eyemouth, Willie Spears (1812 – 1885). Willie became famous when he revolted against the Church of Scotland for the high taxes placed on the town’s fishermen and their catch.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Eyemouth. Gale force winds create large swells in the North Sea, demonstrating the importance of the sea wall defences in place at Eyemouth Bay.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Whiteadder Water. A typical example of a stone arched bridge to be found in the borders region, spanning across Whiteadder water near Duns.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Liddesdale. A fresh snowfall transforms the humble Whitrope Burn.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Newcastleton. Newcastleton is a fine example of an 18th century planned village, located in the picturesque Liddesdale. Designed to a plan by William Keir of Whithaugh for the third Duke of Buccleuch, the streets and squares of the town are all based around a grid system offering ample open spaces.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Hawick. Looking across the skyline of the historic town of Hawick. Possibly the most charismatic of the border towns with the popular Hawick Common Riding festival having been described as one of the greatest parties to be found in the world.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Melrose. The magnificent ruins of the Melrose Abbey, considered to be the final resting place of the heart of Robert the Bruce.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Galashiels. Mounted Border Reiver monument outside the Burgh Chambers in Galashiels.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Dun Law. Wind Farms are a controversial new feature to be increasingly found within the Scottish landscape. This wind turbine is part of the Dun Law wind farm located at the western end of the Lammermuir Hills.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Earlston. The parish church of Earlston, a small village located north of Melrose.

Scotland, Scottish Borders. The felling of trees is a common sight in the borders region. The wild, open terrain of the region provides a number of suitable locations for the planting of forest plantations.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Smailholm Tower. The well preserved remains of Smailholm Tower. The location of the rectangular tower on a hilly outcrop ensures that it dominates the surrounding landscape for miles.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, St Boswells. The impressive Mertoun Bridge spanning across the river Tweed near St Boswells.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Liddesdale. Morning St Boswells. Poplar trees growing in the Mertoun Estate near the town of St Boswells.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Eildon Hills. The shape of a lone tree sculptured by the wind, with agriculture land and the famous Eildon hills in the distance.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Lindean Loch. Dramatic skies over Lindean Loch, Whitlaw Mosses National Nature Reserve.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Selkirk. Sir Walter Scott monument and Town Hall clock situated in the market place of Selkirk.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Ettrick Valley. The gentle curve of Ettrick water through farmland in the Ettrick Valley.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Ettrick Valley. Nature begins to reclaim a disused stone farm building in the Ettrick Valley.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Ettrick Valley. Sheep grazing on pasture land in the Ettrick Valley.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Ettrick Valley. Forest plantation sandwiched between moors and land used for agriculture purposes.

Scotland, Scottish Borders, Ettrick Valley. The B 7009 heading towards Selkirk meanders through picturesque borders scenery.