Save this one for your next Dote day

Walk out to Balloch Pier to see the Maid of the Loch, the last paddle steamer built in Britain, up on the old steam slipway while volunteers bring her back to life.

Why it's a good date: A grand old ship with the loch and Ben Lomond behind her, and a bit of history to talk about on the walk. She's closed while the restoration work goes on and usually opens at weekends from spring, so check before you go if you want to climb aboard.