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It's time for our #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek! Scotland's official association with unicorns can be traced to the 1500s, when they first appeared on the royal coat of arms. #scotland #scottish

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is bolt! This is a playful instruction meaning "go away". Example sentence: "Yer aff yer heid! Bolt, ya rocket!". Translation: "You're out of your mind! Get lost, you maniac!" #scottishwords #scotslanguage

We're back with another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek! Around 200 people live on this beautiful Scottish island. #scotland #scottish

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is press! (pronounced /prɛs/) This word refers to a cupboard, typically in a wall recess. Example sentence: "Can ye put the towels in the press?" #scottishwords #scotslanguage

Are you ready for another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek? An Act of the Scottish Parliament in 1672 declared the Lion Rampant the exclusive property of the Sovereign! #scotland #scottish

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is bumfled! (pronounced /ˈbʌmfəld/) This typically describes a wrinkled piece of clothing, and can be said of someone who looks untidy. Example sentence: "His troosers are aw bumfled!" #scottishwords #scotslanguage

The setting sun might make Scotland even more beautiful than usual! Where's your favourite spot to enjoy the longer evenings? 📍 The Church of the Holy Rude and Cowane's Hospital 📷 @/jamie.taylor.photography on Instagram

It's time for the #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek! The thistle has been associated with Scotland since the 13th century. #scotland #scottish

Happy #coosday from the handsome Dougal! 📷 @lochmelfort

Rachel and family enjoyed a sunny day at Kingsbarns beach this weekend. They had the tastiest shivery bites from Harbour Burger Kingsbarns – the dogs were very jealous but they got treats too! Have you enjoyed any Scottish adventures lately? Share them with #outandaboutscotland.

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is hirple! (pronouced /ˈhɪrp(ə)l/) This verb means to hobble or limp. Example sentence: "I had to hirple home after I twisted my ankle." #scottishwords #scotslanguage

A sunny day puts us in the mood for adventures! If you could explore anywhere in Scotland, where would you go? 📍 Duart Castle, Isle of Mull 📷 davidmajesticphotography on Instagram

We're back with another #FunScottishFactOfTheWeek 🙌 Did you know that Falkirk's directors travelled by train to pay West Ham United in cash?

Happy #coosday from this moo-some twosome! 📷 Kath Flannery, DC Thomson

Handsome Storm has been enjoying the beautiful bluebells on his walks with our Editor, Robert, lately! Did you have any Scottish adventures this weekend? Share them with #outandaboutscotland for a chance to be featured in the magazine.

#ScottishWordOfTheWeek is drouth! (pronounced /druːθ/) This noun can refer to thirst – particularly for alcohol! – or a dry spell of weather. Robert Burns refers to "drouthy neebors" in his poem "Tam o' Shanter", meaning "thirsty neighbours". #scottishwords #scotslanguage

Have you spotted any puffins around Scotland's shorelines this year? 📷 @onemanandhisnikon on Instagram

#FunScottishFactOfTheWeek! James VI was known for his love of unusual pets, and was said to have owned a lion, lynx, tiger and beaver!