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Forth Road Bridge
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West Footpath / Cycletrack Closed.
- West Footpath / Cycletrack
West Footpath / Cycletrack is closed due to Maintenance Access works. Public should use the East Footpath / Cycletrack
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- Both Directions
Due to on going maintenance works there is a lane 2 closure in both directions.
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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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Forth Bridges Creative Trail 2026
The 2026 trail features over 35 local artists and makers showcasing work from fine art and ceramics to jewellery, woodwork and a variety of contemporary crafts.
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Forth Road Bridge Closure to Vehicular Traffic 2020
The Forth Road Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic from 06:00 on Thursday 3 December until 06:00 on Monday 7 December.
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New Schematics Show Phase 2 Design
Schematics show the design of additional strengthening works being carried out on the Forth Road Bridge in order to allow HGVs back on the bridge.
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Transport Scotland & Amey Forth Bridges Family Day
Transport Scotland and Amey are to host a family day at the Forth Road Bridge on Wednesday 19 October 2016, from 11am to 4pm.
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Queensferry Crossing to Reopen Sept 2017
Sept 2017: The Queensferry Crossing is reopening to traffic for tomorrow’s morning peak period with the celebrations of the last few days completed.
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Queensferry Crossing to Reopen Feb 2020
Feb 2020: The Queensferry Crossing will reopen today. Operators are confident that the risk of ice and snow falling from cables has passed.
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Forth Road Bridge Doors Open Day 2023
BEAR Scotland is to offer free guided minibus tours of the Forth Road Bridge on Saturday 23 September as part of Doors Open Day.
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RNLI Celebrates 200 Years
As we celebrate the 134th anniversary of the Forth Bridge, the RNLI is today celebrating 200 years of lifesaving, an anniversary formally recognised by UNESCO.
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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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Forth Bridge Management Plan 2025
The Forth Bridge World Heritage Site Management Plan is being updated for 2025 - please complete the questionnaire by 30th June 2025.
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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 Bridges Forum January 2026
The Forth Bridges Forum hosted a public meeting on 20th January 2026. The presentation can be downloaded from the link.
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Forth Bridges Creative Trail
Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May 2026. Experience the vibrant creativity of artists & makers, showcasing local talent set against the stunning Forth Bridges.
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