Open
Restricted
Open
Queensferry Crossing
Open
Forth Road Bridge
Restricted
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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Doors Open Day 2025 - Ballot is Open
The public ballot for BEAR Scotland's Doors Open Day tours inside the Queensferry Crossing deck is now open. Details on BEAR's website.
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Intelligent Transport System (ITS)
Information about the Intelligent Transport System (ITS) which incorporates lane controls, variable speed limits and bus lane controls.
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Round the Inner Forth Cycle Route and Bike Bus
Explore the Inner Forth on this new 70 mile circular route. Make it a two day adventure or cycle a section and book the free Bike Bus for the return journey.
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Innoflate Playpark
Innoflate children’s play park is an indoor inflatable activity centre, perfect for when wet weather looms.
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Gantry Installed to Support Forth Bridge Repairs
A temporary gantry has been installed at the Forth Bridge to allow engineers to safely access the structure’s southern suspended span.
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Go Forth – Learn & Be Inspired
This pioneering use of cutting-edge technologies by leading Scottish heritage institutions aims to inspire a new generation of scientists and engineers.
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Lego Inspiration
The Forth Bridge has inspired lots of people to go into engineering. One local engineer has taken it a step further by recreating this structure out of Lego.
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Interactive Map to Explore The Bridges
Use our handy interactive map to find things to see and do, places to eat, drink and stay, and other points of local interest.
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First Driver of Passenger Train
As we celebrate International Women's Day, did you know that the driver of the first passenger train across the Forth Bridge was a woman?
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Best Winter Days Out Near The Forth Bridges
Our guide to the best winter days out within 30 mins of the Forth Bridges, complete with highlights, dining suggestions and historical snippets.
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UNESCO Industrial Trail
The new UNESCO UK Industrial Trail brings together 22 UNESCO designations in celebration of the UK’s internationally significant industrial heritage.
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Forth Bridge Industrial Heritage Exhibition
Celebrating the new UNESCO Industrial Trail, visit the Forth Bridge exhibition with talks on Friday 26th June, 10am-4pm, Contact & Education Centre.
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Itinerary | Half a Day
Explore like a local with our suggested itinerary for half a day at The Forth Bridges.
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Itinerary | Full Day
Explore like a local with our full day itinerary for a day at the Forth Bridges.
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Increase in Wire Breaks to be Investigated
A special inspection of the Forth Road Bridge main cable has been commissioned after an increase in wire breaks was detected by bridge authority FETA.
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