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Forth Road Bridge
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West Footpath / Cycletrack is closed due to Maintenance Access works. Public should use the East Footpath / Cycletrack
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Due to on going maintenance works there is a lane 2 closure in both directions.
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Forth Road Bridge Construction Gallery
Follow the construction of this long-span suspension bridge in The Forth Road Bridge construction gallery.
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About the Forth Road Bridge
Read about the main features of the Forth Road Bridge: its side towers, main cables, anchorages, hanger ropes, expansion joints and more.
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Forth Road Bridge Maintenance
Find out who is responsible for the maintenance of the Forth Road Bridge.
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Forth Road Bridge 60th Anniversary
Join the celebrations to mark the official 60th anniversary of the Forth Road Bridge.
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Forth Bridge
The Forth Bridge is an iconic bridge in Scotland. Check essential travel, weather & webcams and find out more about its design and history.
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Forth Bridge Facts & Figures
Find out some key facts & figures about the Forth Bridge: a marvel of Victorian engineering which opened in 1890.
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Forth Bridge History
The Forth Bridge has a rich and well-documented history. Find out about its origins as an ancient ferry crossing, construction, restoration and more.
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Forth Bridge Construction Statistics
Key construction statistics for the Forth Bridge, an engineering marvel.
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Building the Forth Bridge
At the peak of work, about 4,600 men were employed in building the Forth Bridge. They were known as 'the Briggers'.
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Forth Bridge Growth & Milestones
The Forth Bridge is an important part of Scottish built heritage today. Find out about its growth & milestones.
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Forth Bridge Restoration
The restoration of the Forth Bridge - an enormous task - was completed in 2011. Find out what was involved.
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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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Forth Bridge Construction Gallery
Take a look at our gallery of historic photos documenting construction of the Forth Bridge.
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The Forth Bridge World Heritage Site
The criteria under which UNESCO recognises the Forth Bridge as a World Heritage Site.
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Forth Bridge Railway Services
Find out which stations serve the Forth Bridge and the surrounding area.
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