Edinburgh's Hogmanay celebrations began on Sunday 30 December. Don Alexander Lumsden, from Edinburgh, was there to see the countdown to the end of 2012 begin.

Around 35,000 people took part in the torchlight procession at the beginning of the Hogmanay Festival. Photo by Andrew Jack.

Massed pipes and drums led the procession through the streets. Photo by PA.

Paul Wilson was among the torch bearers.

Crowds carry torches along North Bridge. Photo by Reuters.

The procession began on Chambers Street and wound its way to the city's Calton Hill. Photo by Andrew Jack.

Vikings from Shetland's Up Helly Aa celebrations took part in the event. Photo by Reuters.

The procession ended with fireworks on Calton Hill. Photo by PA.