GLASGOW is a fantastic city and when the weather is on our side, you could spend days experiencing all the city has to offer.

But sometimes, all you really want on a sunny day is to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The good news for those living in north-west Glasgow? There are bucket loads of amazing destinations within a 30-minute drive of your front door.

Here we count down the best places to enjoy the good weather.

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Balloch

The beautiful scenery is just a 24-minute drive Drumchapel and there's plenty to do when you get there. From Loch Lomond Shores, to Treezone and the famous Maid of the Loch paddle steamer moored at the Balloch Pier there's something for everyone.

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Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

Just a few minutes beyond Balloch, is this stunning site. The famous park is home to red deer and oak woodlands with cycles trails and footpaths on hand for intrepid explorers.

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Luss

This stunning village is just off the coast of Loch Lomond. The Luss Heritage Path is a must for walkers keen to take in the breath-taking sites of the loch, the rolling countryside and the famous stone cottages from this historical village.

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Mugdock Country Park

This historic park takes up parts of East Dunbartonshire and Stirling. It boasts tonnes of things to do for families, from a children's playpark and adventure trail to orienteering and BBQ spots.

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Drumpellier Country Park

This park covers a total of 500 acres and includes two natural lochs. It hosts a peace garden, children's play area and nature trails but it's main draw for the little ones is the fun boats which little ones can manoeuvre in the rubber-ring style devices in a contained area of the loch.