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Queensferry Crossing
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Forth Road Bridge
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West Footpath / Cycletrack Closed.
- West Footpath / Cycletrack
West Footpath / Cycletrack is closed due to Maintenance Access works. Public should use the East Footpath / Cycletrack
Roadworks
- Both Directions
Due to on going maintenance works there is a lane 2 closure in both directions.
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Port Edgar Marina
Port Edgar Marina is a vibrant setting nestling on the Firth of Forth between the Forth Road Bridge and the Queensferry Crossing.
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Port Edgar Marina Trail Stop
Port Edgar Marina is a stop on the Forth Bridges Trail. Visit for boat trips, views out onto the estuary, retail therapy and great places to eat and drink.
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Seal Spotting
If you want to go seal spotting on the Firth of Forth, visit the mud flats at Port Edgar or take a special boat cruise from Hawes Pier.
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Carlingnose Point Nature Reserve
A short walk east from North Queensferry will bring you to the delightful Carlingnose Point Nature Reserve. Simply follow the well-signed Fife Coastal Path.
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Top 10 Forth Bridge Viewpoints
Check out our top ten viewpoints of the Forth Bridges. Many correspond with the Forth Bridges Trail and each viewpoint offers something a little different.
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Culross Historic Village
Known as Scotland’s most picturesque village, Culross is a wonderful place to step back in time and appreciate this fine example of a preserved Stuart Burgh.
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Limekilns & Charlestown
Limekilns and Charlestown are pretty, peaceful little villages near North Queensferry with historic landmarks and lovely coastal views.
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South Queensferry
Visit South Queensferry for a day out rich in history with plenty to see and do on both land and water.
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Blackness Castle
Blackness Castle is one of Scotland’s most impressive strongholds. Over the years, it’s served as a royal castle, prison, armaments depot and film location.
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Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh to discover a vibrant city which effortlessly combines the old & the new. It can largely be covered on foot & offers a range of attractions.
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Iain Murray
Meet the Operations Director for Employer's Delivery Team (Queensferry Crossing)
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The Forth Bridge Builders
Find out about the designer, engineer and contractor who were key in the building of the iconic Forth Bridge in Scotland.
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Ship Impact Protection
Protection from potential ship impacts was carefully considered during the design process of all three bridges.
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Six Ways to Enjoy Visiting the Forth Bridges
Connecting Fife with Edinburgh, across the River Forth are three remarkable bridges spanning three centuries. Check out our six ways to enjoy visiting!
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The Forth Bridges Welcome a Very Special Visitor
On Saturday 6th November, the USA’s Secretary for the Interior, Deb Haaland, put time aside in her busy schedule to visit the Forth Bridges.
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