A photographer has travelled the length of the UK capturing lighthouses and their picturesque surroundings. From the rocky coast of Cornwall to grassy cliffs on the Isle of Skye, Alessio Andreani pictured lighthouses in five beautiful locations. The 26-year-old, of London, says: "I love taking photos of lighthouses. They probably are my favourite subject in photography. "They are one of the few man-made constructions that I feel actually add something to the landscape, and I love how they are able to face big waves and terrible weather for a really long time."
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
A striped marlin means business as it spots lunch and spears a small fish .
WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .
This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain .
Giancarlo pictured at home during his recovery, wearing his compression garments - A mother-of-three has revealed how her 10-month-old son was severely burnt at nursery .
A couple from Bristol have told that they are often mistaken for father and daughter because of their huge 36 year age gap .
Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg .
GETTING behind the camera, this monkey practices his photography skills on his friends .
FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .