A HOT air balloon festival took place over the weekend near Glasgow.

The Strathaven Balloon Festival, which is an annual event, was held from Friday, August 25 until Sunday, August 27.

The festival began in 1999 and now attracts over 30,000 visitors each year.

Members of the Glasgow Times Camera Club managed to take a selection of great pictures at the event throughout the weekend.

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This amazing picture was taken by member Angie Reynolds.

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This brilliant picture of three balloons was captured by Joy W Anderson.

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A great snap of the crowds watching a hot air balloon take off by MaryJean Ferguson.

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A balloon in the sky, captured by Darren Shields.

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A balloon in the sky, picture by Brian Closs.

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A great photo captured by Hazel Battersby-Sword.

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A pink balloon flying in the sky, picture by Gerry Quiff.