As the summer days are approaching with warm temperatures staying above 20°C, Glasgwegians are looking for nearby walks off-the-beaten track.
We asked for your suggestions and you responded with suggestions in and around the city!
1. Mugdock Country Park
Located close to Milngavie train station, Mugdock Country Park is 270 hectares of woodland, moorland and heathland.
In addition to visiting the 13th-century remains of Mugdock Castle, hikers can pass by Craigend Castle, a ruined country house.
The country park is rich in biodiversity, such as roe deer, wildflowers, summer migrant birds, as well as swans swimming in Mugdock Loch. The paths are clearly signposted, with most being accessible to wheelchair users.
2. The Clyde Walkway
Spanning 40 miles (65 km), the Clyde Walkway runs between Partick in Glasgow and UNESCO World Heritage site New Lanark in South Lanarkshire. It passes by important sites which demonstrate the cultural, natural and industrial heritage of the Clyde Valley.
The walk can be completed over multiple stages as it is accessible by good public transport links with train stations at Partick, Cambuslang, Uddingston, Motherwell and Lanark. For those looking for a challenge, this long-distance walk can be completed in a single journey with overnight accommodation available in urban areas.
3. White Cart Walkway in Linn Park
Located in the Southside’s Linn Park, this walk starts at Pollok House and follows the White Cart Water. The river played a significant role during the Industrial Revolution by powering multiple mills.
The trail also features the Ha’penny Bridge - the oldest cast iron bridge in Glasgow, which dates back to 1835. As the second largest park in the city, the trail in Linn Park offers walkers the opportunity to visit the 15-century Cathcart Castle.
4. The Kelvin Walkway
Created to form a 'green link' from the countryside to the urban attractions Glasgow has to offer, the Kelvin Walkway is a popular trail in the West End of the city. It spans from the Riverside Museum in Glasgow to Milgavie, following the three rivers of the Allander, Kelvin and Clyde.
Passing through Kelvingrove Park and Botanic Gardens, the path offers beautiful views of Glasgow University. The closest train station to the start of the walkway is Partick.
5. Gorge Walk in Rouken Glen Park
Gorge Walk is a 3 km circular trail which features a woodland area, a meadow, and a quaint boating pond. A peaceful retreat from the city, this walk passes through a gorge along the banks of Auldhouse Burn - one of Scotalnd’s most important geological sites.
Voted the UK’s Best Park 2016, Rouken Glen Park in East Renfrewshire is famous for its cascading waterfalls.
Referring to The Proclaimers song, another reader joked that his favourite track in Glasgow is “500 Miles”.
Whether you prefer listening to Scottish music or going off the beaten path, we hope you are enjoying the sunny days!
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