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Queensferry Crossing
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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
Roadworks
- Both Directions
Due to on going maintenance works there is a lane 2 closure in both directions.
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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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Walks in North Queensferry
North Queensferry has some lovely walks around the village and peninsula. Sitting on the Fife Coastal Path, it offers easy access to the Fife Pilgrim Way.
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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 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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Forth Bridge Offers a Platform to Celebrate Queensferry Crossing
500 tickets are available for Barnardo’s Scotland Forth Bridge fundraiser.
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Fast Lane for Sustainable Cross-Forth Travel
Passengers, cyclists and pedestrians are to benefit from a dedicated corridor alongside the Queensferry Crossing.
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Forth Bridges Tourism Strategy Launched
A plan to boost visitor numbers to the three bridges which span the Firth of Forth has been launched today by Tourism Secretary Fiona Hyslop.
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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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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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What's On in June?
Your essential guide to what's on in June near the Forth Bridges in Edinburgh, Fife and Falkirk.
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Fife Outdoor Activities Week
Fife Outdoor Activities Week offers the chance to try all sorts of activities from relaxed boat trips in beautiful surroundings to high-energy sports.
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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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New directional signs for the Forth Bridges Trail
New directional visitor signs for the Forth Bridges Trail have been unveiled on World Heritage Day.
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Education Centre
The Forth Bridge Education Centre is open to pre-booked groups and schools and offers a wide range of STEM activities linked to the curriculum.
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Visit the Forth Bridges
Visit the Forth Bridges to experience an epic train ride across the Forth Bridge, walk/cycle the Forth Road Bridge and enjoy views of the Queensferry Crossing.
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