Whether you’re looking for a dreamy setting to enjoy an al-fresco supper for two or a wild and wondrous spot to work up the family’s appetite, Scotland has all the ingredients for a successful picnic.
The scorching weather from the weekend is set to continue into this week, with temperatures across the UK tipped to be as hot as Spain over the coming days.
The Met Office has warned that most of Scotland, save for a few patches on the East coast, will be hit by ice later this evening, leading to a risk of slippery surfaces and travel problems.
Scots travelling to visit friends and family for festive celebrations are being warned to brace themselves as Storm Barbara blasts parts of the country with 90mph winds on Friday and Christmas Eve.