In pictures: Scotland marks the new year

Scotland has been celebrating Hogmanay and the coming of the new year.

News imageEdinburgh's Hogmanay 2018 in sparklersEdinburgh's Hogmanay
One of the largest public celebrations took place in Edinburgh
News imageIan Linton People with torchesIan Linton
In Peebles, about 1,500 people took part in the town's traditional torchlight procession
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At the stroke of midnight, the traditional event with fireballs began in Stonehaven
News imageEdinburgh's Hogmanay DrummersEdinburgh's Hogmanay
Drummers led the celebrations in the capital
News imageDuncan Kirkhope Fireworks over Stirling CastleDuncan Kirkhope
Fireworks featured in many events, including here at Stirling Castle
News imageIan Linton Torchlight processionIan Linton
The Peebles procession had been under threat until local businesses came forward with financial support
News imageIan Georgeson Fireworks over Edinburgh CastleIan Georgeson
Up to 75,000 people joined the singing of Auld Lang Syne at the conclusion of the Edinburgh street party

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