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**Undiscovered Scotland** @UndisScot@mastodon.scot · 7h

Undiscovered Scotland @UndisScot@mastodon.scot

The Brandsbutt symbol stone in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, which comes complete with Pictish symbols and an inscription in Ogham, a script sometimes referred to as the "Celtic Tree Alphabet". More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/inverurie/brandsbuttstone/index.html

The Brandsbutt symbol stone in Inverurie. The image shows a large irregularly-shaped stone surrounded by a flat gravel surface and backed by a low stone wall with bushes. The face of the stone has a series of Pictish symbols carved into it and a nearly vertical edge in the centre of the frame has a column of short horizontal markings wrapping round the two sides of a corner.

#Scotland #Inverurie #Aberdeenshire

**Kaz** @inadwam@pixelfed.social · 11h

11h

Kaz @inadwam@pixelfed.social

Auld Kirk of Ayr, March 2025
#ayrshire #scotland #church

#church

**Undiscovered Scotland** @UndisScot@mastodon.scot · 17h

17h

Undiscovered Scotland @UndisScot@mastodon.scot

Fifty-six years ago today, on 17 March 1969, the lifeboat from Longhope in Orkney capsized with the loss of all eight crew. This is the Longhope Lifeboat Museum on Hoy, which tells the story of Longhope's lifeboats. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/hoy/lifeboatmuseum/index.html

The Longhope Lifeboat Museum on Hoy. The image shows a lifeboat station mounted on wooden piles that holds it well above the sea, with the far end sloping down to meet the surface. The station is accessed from the land by a raised walkway that comes in from the left side of the image. The building is made of a mainly light grey corrugated material and has a slightly arched roof. The scene is in sunshine.

#Scotland #Orkney #Hoy

**Unthanc** @surfbat@todon.eu · 1d

Unthanc @surfbat@todon.eu

After a nonstop week, a quiet gentle walk through the Moffat hills.

In the foreground multihued grass and Heather in greens, browns, yellows and purples. A narrow strip of dense green pines separate the foreground from the rolling hills in the background. The hills are golden with the valleys in deep shadows as the sun sets. The sky is a brilliant blue with the odd white cloud.

#hiking #moffat #scotland

**Tim** @xylophilist@mastodon.online · 1d

Tim @xylophilist@mastodon.online

If it weren't for the fact that american mink are a non-native invasive species destroying the local wildlife, I'd find them rather elegant and fuzzy...

First time of seeing one in the wild myself. Impressed at just how close we got (about 15' across a water channel).

#mink #americanmink #perthshire

**Ralf Stubner** @rstub@pixel.tchncs.de · 1d

Ralf Stubner @rstub@pixel.tchncs.de

#SilentSunday #RannochMoor #Scotland
#FilmPhotography #BelieveInFilm #Pentax

Snow capped mountains are reflected in a still lake.

#pentax

**Ben Thompson** @jbenjamint@mastodon.scot · 1d

Ben Thompson @jbenjamint@mastodon.scot

Legend has it that the Scottish flag came into being before a battle when the sun shining through the clouds formed what's known as St Andrew's cross, and blessed the Scots with certain victory.

Total myth of course. The flag design in fact originates from Scotland being a land of rock, sheep and fathomless bog. The warning sign to travellers "pass ye not the bog" was an obvious form for the national flag to take to warn off the English.

From today's bog walk:

two tall wooden planks in the form of an X. Behind is a peat bog deep enough to swallow a double decker bus.

two wooden planks in the form of an X. in front is a watery bog. tracks suggest a vehicle entered but whether it's now deep under the bog is no longer clear.

#saltire #scotland

**Katie Featherstone** @Katiefeatherstone@mastodon.scot · 1d

Katie Featherstone @Katiefeatherstone@mastodon.scot

(1/2) The very beautiful valley between Ben Vane and Beinn Ime.

looking down a valley between green mountains

#ArrocharAlps #LochLomond #Highlands

**Undiscovered Scotland** @UndisScot@mastodon.scot · 1d

Undiscovered Scotland @UndisScot@mastodon.scot

The "Blue Toon" of Peterhead in Aberdeenshire, founded by the Keith family from 1587 and now a major port and the most easterly point in mainland Scotland. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/peterhead/peterhead/index.html

Peterhead in Aberdeenshire. The image shows a view up a broad slightly climbing square. It has two and three storey stone buildings on both sides and a church with a spire offset to the left at its far end. There are cars parked in the foreground with a large stone column beyond them topped off by a golden lion standing on its hind legs. The sky is mainly blue.

#Scotland #Peterhead #Aberdeenshire

**Graeme Sharp** @gsharppics@pixelfed.scot · 1d

Graeme Sharp @gsharppics@pixelfed.scot

Ruined stone hunting lodge on Inchmoan Island on Loch Lomond #Inchmoan #LochLomond #Scotland

#scotland

**Graeme Sharp** @gsharppics@pixelfed.scot · 1d

Graeme Sharp @gsharppics@pixelfed.scot

Beaches of Inchmoan Island in Loch Lomond #Inchmoan #LochLomond #Scotland #Landscape #LandscapePhotography

**This Is My Glasgow** @thisismyglasgow@mastodon.scot · 1d

This Is My Glasgow @thisismyglasgow@mastodon.scot

The temperature might only have been nine degrees yesterday here in the west of Scotland, but as it was what felt like the first sunny Saturday of spring, it seems like everyone decided to hit the beach anyway - and some even braved the water to go for a swim!

A sandy Scottish beach filled with people on a sunny, but cold, spring day.

#glasgow #irvine #irvinebeach

**Marco Secchi** @msecchi@flipboard.social · 1d

Marco Secchi @msecchi@flipboard.social

Where the land whispers tales of love and legend—Quiraing, Isle of Skye, where every shadow holds a secret and every breeze carries magic. Experience this mesmerizing landscape and discover its enchanting mysteries through the lens in my exclusive Scotland Western Isles Photography Workshops. #scotland #photography #workshops #marcosecchi #leica @leicacamerausa

**Undiscovered Scotland** @UndisScot@mastodon.scot · 1d

Undiscovered Scotland @UndisScot@mastodon.scot

The outstanding beach at Calgary Bay, near the north-western tip of the Isle of Mull. In 1876 its name was given to a fort that would become the city of Calgary in the western Canadian province of Alberta. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/mull/calgary/index.html

The outstanding beach at Calgary Bay. The image shows a view over grass with flowers to a broad beach of white sand facing to the right, out to sea. There are lines of seaweed above the waterline and two people are on the beach. Beyond the beach a grassy headland curves around to the left. The sky is mainly blue.

#Scotland #Calgary #IsleOfMull

**Tim** @xylophilist@mastodon.online · 2d

Tim @xylophilist@mastodon.online

Moooo

A small cluster of highland cows chilling in the depths of Glen Lyon.

#Perthshire #Scotland #photo

**Fitheach** @fitheach@mstdn.io · 2d

Fitheach @fitheach@mstdn.io

I looked up funny British placenames (most of them are in England). There are some crackers.

Examples:

Bell End
Bitchfield
Butthole Lane
Cockermouth
Cocks
Fanny Hands Lane
Fan Y Bîg
Fingeringhoe
Great Bottom Flash
Great Cockup
Lickey End
Pants
Piddle Valley
Pratts Bottom
Rotten Bottom
Scratch Arse Ware
Sheepy Magna
Shitterton
Slag Lane
Tickle Cock Bridge
Titty Ho
Twatt
Wetwang

BTW every one of these are real placenames.

#geography #England #Wales

**Ian Cylkowski** @Iancylkowski@pixelfed.social · 2d

Ian Cylkowski @Iancylkowski@pixelfed.social

Here's something a little different.

It wasn't always gorgeous weather during our stay around the East Neuk of Fife. When it was more gloomy, we headed to Dundee to check the city out.

In particular, the V&A Dundee Museum of Design proved a totally fascinating subject

#architecture #architecturephotography #architecturedesign #dundee #scotland #travel #winter #uk #britain #historical

The striking exterior of the V&A Dundee, emphasising its unique architectural design. The building features a series of layered concrete panels that create a dramatic, angular façade, resembling the hull of a ship. In the foreground, a smooth, reflective surface of water mirrors the structure, enhancing its visual impact. The ground is wet, from recent rain, adding a subdued atmosphere under a cloudy sky. There are a few figures in the scene, providing a sense of scale against the impressive backdrop of the museum. The overall composition highlights both the contemporary design of the building and its harmonious relationship with the surrounding environment.

The interior of the V&A Dundee, showcasing a modern architectural design. The space features a striking wooden wall with layered panels, creating a dynamic visual effect. The floor is made of dark tiles, and there are large glass windows allowing natural light to flood the area. In the centre, a staircase leads to an upper level adorned with wooden seating and displays. People are seen walking through the space, engaging with the environment, while a reception area is visible on the right. The ceiling is lined with horizontal wooden beams, enhancing the contemporary feel of the venue.

A captivating view from within the V&A Dundee, looking out towards the city of Dundee. The foreground features the building's distinctive layered concrete structure, creating a dynamic framing effect around the view. Beyond the architectural elements, the scene reveals a bustling urban environment, with various buildings and pedestrians visible in the distance. The surface beneath is smooth and wet, reflecting the cloudy sky overhead. To the right, a gently curving water feature adds a serene touch to the setting, while the overall composition highlights the contrast between the museum's modern design and the lively cityscape beyond.

Another stunning interior view of the V&A Dundee, focusing on the flowing wooden wall that elegantly curves upward. The scene is viewed from a staircase leading down to the lower level, where visitors can be seen walking. Above, large windows allow ample natural light to brighten the space, and glimpses of the upper level reveal a bustling area with people seated and enjoying their surroundings. The staircase features glass railings and dark tiled steps, while the lower level showcases various exhibits and displays, including signage for "Locke Hall." The overall design combines modern architecture with warm wooden elements, creating an inviting atmosphere.

#historical

**Ralf Stubner** @rstub@pixel.tchncs.de · 2d

Ralf Stubner @rstub@pixel.tchncs.de

Some of my earliest B&W photographs taken in #StAndrews, #Scotland. At that time I was using Ilford XP2, since I learned developing my own film only later.

#FilmPhotography
#BelieveInFilm
#BlackAndWhite
#Pentax

Black and white photography of a narrow street in opposing light.
An old-style street lamp draws the focus.

Black and white photography of a narrow street in opposing light.
Several people are creating a strong shadow.

Black and white photography of a narrow street in opposing light.
A bollard is very prominent in the foreground.

#pentax

**Katie Featherstone** @Katiefeatherstone@mastodon.scot · 2d

Katie Featherstone @Katiefeatherstone@mastodon.scot

Ben Vorlich. It was colder than it looks.

moss, boulders and mountains in the distance

#hiking #Highlands #Scotland

**Undiscovered Scotland** @UndisScot@mastodon.scot · 2d

Undiscovered Scotland @UndisScot@mastodon.scot

The magnificent St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall, Orkney, started in 1137 by the Norse Earl Rognvald to celebrate the sainthood of his uncle, Earl Magnus, who had been killed in 1117. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/kirkwall/stmagnus/index.html

St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall. The image shows the cathedral from a corner view, with the nave on the right and a transept and then the choir on the left. It is topped off by a tower with a pointed spire. The cathedral is made of mainly red stone with yellow stone details and there are graves in the foreground. The scene is in sunshine.

#Scotland #StMagnusCathedral #Cathedral

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