Each day The Scotsman publishes a picture of Scotland by contributors to our Readers Gallery. Throughout winter, spring, summer and autumn, from the Highlands to the Scottish Borders we bring you the finest selection of Scotland’s most beautiful scenery. If you would like to contribute, send your pictures to [email protected]. Be sure to include the subject and location where the photo was taken. Thank you

1. The 80 year old Paddle Steamer Waverley, built by A&J Inglis and launched in 1946, heading down the River Clyde on its first run of the 2026 season. Stuart Neville, Clydebank
Stuart Neville

2. Mr Brock our local Badger makes an appearance when he smells some tasty peanuts must be around! Curtis Welsh - Melrose
Curtis Welsh

3. A flotilla of sailing dinghy's on the Firth of Forth beside Dalgety Bay from Lorna Donaldson
Lorna Donaldson Photo: Lorna Donaldson

4. A beautiful sunset in Nairn over Moray Firth from Elena Reid
Elena Reid Photo: Elena Reid
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