Each week, we ask our readers to send in their favourite photographs, which they have captured within the last seven days in a bid to showcase all the postive things they have seen across the county.
And we were presented with the challenge of choosing the best ones to feature in a gallery.
From stunning sunsets to close-up shots of wildlife and new snowdrops poking their buds through the soil, this gallery features a range of vibrant scenery and amusing pets taken by our very own readers.
Let's take a look...
1. Wildlife watching
Paul Newsome managed to brave getting up close and personal with two swans with their only cygnet at Duston Mill. Photo: UGC
2. Reflections
Craig Middleton captured a fiery, orange sunset with treetop reflections in the lake. Photo: UGC
3. Messy work
Rob Preen pictured his son painting during home schooling time - the more mess the better! Photo: UGC
4. 147849532_3388106257962603_2315680890081908502_o.jpg
Frankie Chase had a giggle to herself after trying to watch her son get to grips with his skateboard while holding two giant sticks. Photo: UGC