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Queensferry Crossing
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Forth Road Bridge
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High Winds
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- West Footpath
Open to buses, taxis, and motorcycles up to 125cc. East footpath open to cyclists and pedestrians. West footpath closed for essential maintenance.
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Visit the Local Area | Forth Bridges
Stay a wee while to visit the local area around the Forth Bridges - the Firth of Forth, North and South Queensferry, and Edinburgh and Fife.
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What's On?
What's on near the Forth Bridges in North and South Queensferry and the wider Edinburgh and Fife areas.
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Queensferry Crossing Doors Open Day 2025
Public ballot for free guided tours of the interior of the Queensferry Crossing deck, hosted by Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland.
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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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Railway 200
Book your visit to Railway 200 Inspiration train in Scotland.
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Forth Bridge Management Plan 2025
Have your say in the Forth Bridge World Heritage Management Plan 2025.
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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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Cruise Visitors
Queensferry is just 15 minutes from Edinburgh but feels like an east coast fishing village. Visit to discover life in a historic Scottish community.
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World Heritage Management Group
The Forum’s Forth Bridge World Heritage Management Group oversaw the successful application to have the Forth Bridge inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Forth Bridge Draft Management Plan Online Drop-Ins
Forth Bridge Draft Management Plan Online Drop-In Sessions
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Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
The award-winning Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum gives a fascinating insight into one of the greatest philanthropists in history.
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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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Hopetoun House & Midhope Castle
Located on the historical yet innovative Hopetoun Estate, Hopetoun House and Midhope Castle are a 30-minute walk apart and offer a great day out.
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Beecraigs Country Park
Beecraigs Country Park is a great place to visit, with miles of woodland trails, animal attractions, and a large range of leisure activities.
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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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