Due to essential maintenance the WEST Footpath/Cycleway is CLOSED, please use the EAST Footpath/Cycleway. Both Footpaths/Cycleways open at Weekends * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Tues 06/05/25 - EAST Footpath/Cycleway CLOSED, WEST Footpath/Cycleway OPEN Wed 07/05/25 - EAST Footpath/Cycleway OPEN as normal Thurs 8/5/2025 till Fri 16/5/2025 - EAST Footpath/Cycleway CLOSED, WEST Footpath/Cycleway OPEN
Access RestrictionsView our fascinating archive photos showing the construction of the Forth Bridge. Work began in 1883 and the bridge opened in 1890. It is now regarded as one of the Wonders of the World.