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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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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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Forth Bridges Trail
The Forth Bridges Trail is a lovely circular walk taking in the iconic Forth Bridges and the historic local communities of North and South Queensferry.
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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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War & Briggers Memorials
There are two historic memorials in North Queensferry; The War Memorial and The Briggers Memorial.
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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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Dunfermline
Visit Dunfermline for a wonderful vibe from the new and the old, with historic buildings, gardens, a museum and library and a thriving arts and culture scene.
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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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House of the Binns
The House of the Binns (house of the hills) is a 17th-century historic house set in 200 acres of beautifully landscaped parkland with panoramic views.
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World Heritage Management Group Update
Miles Oglethorpe, Head of Industrial Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland gives an update on the World Heritage Management Group.
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Iconic Forth Road Bridge Enters the Digital Era
Historic town of South Queensferry to join Openreach’s gigabit network as engineers bridge the digital divide.
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Destination Forth
A new visitor trail highlighting Scotland’s iconic Forth Bridges and the distinctive historic communities of North and South Queensferry has been launched today
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New Stops on the Forth Bridges Trail Unveiled for World Heritage Day
The trail, which showcases Scotland’s iconic Forth Bridges and the distinctive historic communities of North and South Queensferry, has nine new trail stops.
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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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Roland Paxton 1932-2025
Mark Watson from Historic Environment Scotland shares details of Roland Paxton's engineering achievements, career and links to the Forth Bridge.
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HADECS Camera Data
This page shows data on historic baseline journey times and speed limit compliance.
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