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Stunning Scotland: Your Photos from 26 June to 3 July

A collection of stunning photographs from Scotland between 26 June and 3 July, featuring landscapes, wildlife, and local scenes submitted by viewers across the country.

·5 min read
A white lighthouse stands on a small, rocky island surrounded by shimmering sea. A large seabird flies overhead, while the coastline is viewed from a grassy clifftop in the foreground.

Your Pictures of Scotland

Murray Ferguson captured a striking image of Pladda lighthouse as seen from the south coast of Arran.

A selection of photographs submitted by viewers of Scotland between 26 June and 3 July is presented here.

We invite you to send your photos to scotlandpictures@bbc.co.uk. Please ensure your submissions comply with the BBC's photography guidelines, which can be found here.

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Walter Dalgleish joked that some farmers were "making hay while the sun shone" in Stirlingshire during the sunny weather.

A wide agricultural field with long, neat rows of freshly cut grass stretching into the distance. The green windrows create strong leading lines toward a backdrop of scattered trees beneath a clear blue sky.
Image caption, Walter Dalgleish joked that some farmers were "making hay while the sun shone" in Stirlingshire during the sunny weather.

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David May captured stunning rays of light filtering through the trees while walking in Culbokie Woods, near Dingwall.

Sun streaming through a dense woodland of tall pine trees, creating dramatic rays of light that illuminate a lush, moss-covered forest floor. The tree trunks are speckled with lichen, and the scene has a peaceful, almost magical atmosphere.
Image caption, David May captured these stunning rays of light coming through the trees wile walking in Culbokie Woods, near Dingwall.

Carol Stuart discovered a tranquil scene near the village of Lairg, on the banks of Loch Shin, in Sutherland.

A small, stone cottage sits beside a tranquil loch in an open, grassy landscape. Behind it, rugged grey mountains rise under a sky filled with mixed sunshine and clouds, creating a striking Highland-style rural scene.
Image caption, Carol Stuart stumbled upon this peaceful scene near the village of Lairg, on the banks of Loch Shin, in Sutherland.

Elaine Scott enjoyed a day out at the Moffat Vintage Car rally.

A row of classic Mini cars in various colours is parked on a grassy field at an outdoor car show.
Image caption, Elaine Scott enjoyed a day out at Moffat Vintage Car rally.

Alistair Bell perfectly timed a photograph of his father-in-law, Chris Selley, paddleboarding as a swan flew across the scene.

A swan flies low across a calm loch with its wings outstretched, while a paddleboarder glides across the water in the distance. Trees line the far shore beneath a clear evening sky.
Image caption, Alistair Bell timed this picture of his father-in-law, Chris Selley, on his paddleboard to perfection as a swan flew across the scene.

Hilary Aitken remarked on the behaviour of gulls on Greenock Esplanade, noting:

"Gulls on Greenock Esplanade won't steal your chips - they bring their own."

A knitted seagull figure holding a bag labelled “CHIPS” is perched on a blue waterfront railing above a sign reading “DON’T FEED THE GULLS.” The scene overlooks a wide estuary with hills and a cloudy sky in the background.
Image caption, Hilary Aitken said: "Gulls on Greenock Esplanade won't steal your chips - they bring their own."

John Watt observed an osprey attempting to catch its dinner in Aviemore.

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An osprey splashes through shallow water as it captures a fish in its talons. Water droplets spray around the bird’s outstretched wings, with reeds forming a natural backdrop.
Image caption, John Watt saw this osprey trying to catch its dinner in Aviemore.

Jean Penman saw paddle boarders enjoying the golden hour on Barassie Beach, Troon.

Five paddleboarders glide across calm water at sunset, appearing as dark silhouettes against a warm golden sky. Distant hills stretch across the horizon, reflected in the still sea.
Image caption, Jean Penman observed these paddle boarders basking in the glow of golden hour on Barassie Beach, Troon.

Susan Morrison captured a mystical view as clouds cleared from Carn Mor Dearg.

A dramatic mountain landscape showing rugged, rocky peaks rising through low cloud and mist, with patches of lingering snow beneath a bright blue sky streaked with thin clouds.
Image caption, Susan Morrison got a mystical view as the clouds cleared from Carn Mor Dearg.

Jacqueline Dawson had North Berwick harbour all to herself after rising early to watch the sunrise.

A small, white harbour lookout building stands on a rocky shoreline at sunset. Bright sunlight and colourful clouds illuminate the scene, with a bench, coastal path, and offshore island visible in the background.
Image caption, Jacqueline Dawson had North Berwick harbour all to herself after getting up early to watch the sunrise.

John Edward witnessed a rainbow forming over Arthur's Seat on a sunny afternoon in Edinburgh.

A grassy hillside rises toward a rugged green-and-brown hill beneath a bright blue sky. Faint rainbow arcs are visible on either side of the landscape, with scattered clouds adding depth to the scene.
Image caption, John Edward saw this rainbow forming over Arthur's Seat on a sunny afternoon in Edinburgh.

Ross Hamilton found a seal resting comfortably after climbing into an inflatable dinghy in Millport.

A seal rests comfortably inside a grey inflatable dinghy floating in a marina. Larger sailing yachts and motorboats are moored in the background on calm blue water.
Image caption, Ross Hamilton found this seal enjoying some well-earned rest after climbing into an inflatable dinghy in Millport.

Dennis Grattan enjoyed a stunning sunrise on Aberdeen Beach.

A vivid red and orange sunrise spreads across the horizon above a sandy beach. Reflections of the colourful sky shimmer on the wet sand, while a groyne and distant lighthouse stand in silhouette against the sea.
Image caption, Dennis Grattan enjoyed a stunning sunrise on Aberdeen Beach.

Norman MacLeod encountered a friendly frog in his garden pond in central Edinburgh.

A small, brown frog is perched among large green hosta leaves edged in white. The frog is positioned in the centre of the image with its front legs spread wide, while droplets of water cling to the surrounding foliage.
Image caption, Norman MacLeod met this friendly frog in his garden pond in central Edinburgh.

Gav Burnage took in the view towards Canna, Rum, and Skye across Gallanach Bay on the Isle of Muck.

A sweeping coastal landscape featuring a white sandy beach, crystal-clear blue water, and distant mountains partly draped in clouds under a bright sky.
Image caption, Gav Burnage took in the view towards Canna, Rum and Skye across Gallanach Bay on the Isle of Muck.

Kenny Dryburgh was preceded to the summit of West Lomond Hill by several intrepid climbers.

Two sheep stand beside a weathered trig point on a rocky hilltop. Heavy, grey clouds hang overhead, with a distant rural landscape stretching across the horizon below.
Image caption, Kenny Dryburgh was beaten to the summit of West Lomond Hill by a few intrepid climbers.

John Dyer came across the flower of Scotland in Motherwell.

A close-up photograph of a bright purple thistle bloom with a spiky, silver-green flower head and thorny stem, surrounded by soft-focus green foliage.
Image caption, John Dyer came across the flower of Scotland in Motherwell.

Aileen Gillies enjoyed a "beautiful, midge-free" evening stroll along the Crinan Canal.

A peaceful canal scene featuring several moored sailboats near a lock, framed by lush green trees and rolling hills under a cloudy, golden-lit sky.
Image caption, Aileen Gillies enjoyed a "beautiful, midge-free" evening stroll along the Crinan Canal.

Sarah Thurlbeck met a puffin on a trip to the Isle of May as it was about to eat its dinner of sand eels.

A puffin standing on rocky coastal terrain with wings partly spread, holding several small fish in its colorful orange beak against a blurred natural background.
Image caption, Sarah Thurlbeck met this puffin on a trip to the Isle of May as it was about to eat its dinner of sand eels.

Tim Berrall observed the research vessel RFA Proteus being refuelled under moonlight at Garelochhead during an evening walk.

A large vessel moored on calm water at night beneath a bright full moon, with colourful dock lights reflecting across the water’s surface.
Image caption, Research vessel RFA Proteus was being refuelled under the moonlight at Garelochhead as Tim Berrall strolled past on an evening walk.

Mike Holmes, visiting from Derbyshire, appreciated the "glorious" weather at the Cliffs of Oa on Islay.

Dramatic sea cliffs rising above a rugged shoreline, topped by a solitary stone tower overlooking the ocean and distant headlands beneath wispy clouds.
Image caption, Mike Holmes, from Derbyshire, basked in the "glorious" weather at the Cliffs of Oa on Islay.

Alison Douglas noted that the penguins at Edinburgh Zoo sheltered from the sunny weather at the "Costa del Corstorphine."

A large, outdoor penguin habitat featuring numerous penguins gathered around a pool with green-tinted water, shaded by colourful umbrellas and surrounded by landscaped rocks and trees.
Image caption, The penguins at Edinburgh Zoo sheltered from the sunny weather at the "Costa del Corstorphine", Alison Douglas said.

Iain Kinnell captured an image of friends Alan and Pam snorkelling off the northern coast of the island of Gigha.

Two people wearing black wetsuits, masks, and snorkels, float in calm, open water beneath a bright blue sky. Large white clouds hang over the distant horizon and gentle waves surround the snorkellers
Image caption, Iain Kinnell captured this image of friends Alan and Pam snorkelling off the northern cost of the island of Gigha.

Kate Clarke photographed a common blue butterfly posing perfectly on Easdale Island.

A close-up photograph of a delicate blue butterfly perched on a slender plant stem, set against a softly blurred green meadow background.
Image caption, This common blue butterfly was perfectly posed for Kate Clarke on Easdale Island.

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