We asked our readers to send in their best pictures on the theme of "autumn walks". Here is a selection of the photographs we received from around the world. Image source, Susan Lang Image caption, ...

Image caption, Sean Iceton: "Two leaves hold out while the rest of this Japanese dogwood complies with the autumnal laws of nature." Image source, Mike Wright Image caption, Mike Wright: "The River ...

Susan Lang: "An afternoon walk in the Cotswolds. The light was beginning to fade so we were heading home down this quiet no through road that's mainly used by walkers and horse riders. It was eerie in ...