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WEST FOOTPATH - CLOSED
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Due to essential maintenance, the WEST footpath/cycleway is closed. The EAST Footpath/Cycleway remains open unless due to high winds or an incident.
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Cruise Call Schedule 2025
Your guide to scheduled cruise calls into South Queensferry and Rosyth.
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Cruise Call Schedule 2026
Your guide to scheduled cruise calls into South Queensferry and Rosyth.
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Walks in North Queensferry
North Queensferry has some lovely walks around the village and peninsula. Sitting on the Fife Coastal Path, it offers easy access to the Fife Pilgrim Way.
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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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Michael Martin
Meet the FCBC Project Director (Queensferry Crossing)
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Forth Road Bridge Open Day Tours Fully Booked
Guided tours of the Forth Road Bridge being offered by BEAR Scotland as part of Doors Open Days are fully booked following a great response from the public.
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The Royal Opening of the Forth Bridge
On a windy Tuesday 4th March 1890, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales arrived by train at Forth Bridge station for the opening ceremony of the Forth Bridge.
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Forth Road Bridge Main Expansion Joints: Southbound Carriageway Works Complete
The Forth Road Bridge will be free of long-term roadworks for the remainder of this winter, with work to replace the main expansion joints now complete.
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Fully Electric Gritter Joins Forth Bridges Winter Fleet
A state-of-the-art fully electric gritter will join the fleet of vehicles that will help keep Scotland moving this winter.
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Free Kids Engineering Activities
Fantastic Forth future engineers is for those seeking a fun, interesting and challenging visit during the school summer holidays.
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Forth Bridge Writer-in-Residence with new book "Rivet Boy"
Forth Bridge Writer-in-Residence, Barbara Henderson, with her new book "Rivet Boy" - telling the story of one boy’s role in the building of the Forth Bridge
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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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Forth Bridges Lighthouse Museum
North Queensferry is home to a miniature light tower and tiny museum. From here, you can stroll along the piers.
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The Grand Opening of the Forth Bridge
The grand opening of the Forth Bridge was marked in 1890 by HRH Prince of Wales securing the final rivet. Find out more.
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Stay a Wee While: The Forth Bridges in Winter
The Forth Bridges are the perfect base for exploring the villages, towns and countryside on both sides of the Firth of Forth.
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