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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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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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High Street Steps
Visit the High Street Steps stop on the Forth Bridges Trail for a great view of the bridges and a nice place to sit.
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High Street Trail Stop
High Street is a stop on the Forth Bridges Trail. Visit to browse the shops, visit the South Queensferry Museum and learn about local witch hunts.
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Top 10 Forth Bridge Viewpoints
Check out our top ten viewpoints of the Forth Bridges. Many correspond with the Forth Bridges Trail and each viewpoint offers something a little different.
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The Royal Opening of the Forth Bridge
On a windy Tuesday 4th March 1890, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales arrived by train at Forth Bridge station for the opening ceremony of the Forth Bridge.
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Forth Bridge in World's First UNESCO Trail
The world’s first ever UNESCO trail, bringing together some of Scotland’s most iconic sites including the Forth Bridge, has been launched.
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Forth Bridges Wind & Weather
Real-time wind and weather conditions for the Forth Bridges and information about high wind procedures for the Queensferry Crossing and the Forth Road Bridge.
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Forth Bridge Stars in Heritage Campaign
The new campaign video highlights the broad-spectrum heritage covers and features stunning footage of the Forth Bridge.
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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 Road Bridge Facts & Figures
Key facts & figures about the Forth Road Bridge.
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Forth Road Bridge History
The Forth Road Bridge's history is inextricably linked to the rise of the car in the 1920s. Read more about the history of this long-span suspension bridge.
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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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Forth Bridge Experience Update 2021
Network Rail is now working closely with Transport Scotland to agree on the next steps for the Forth Bridge Experience project. Find out more...
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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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M90 Trial Diversion Via Forth Road Bridge
Queensferry Crossing traffic to be diverted over Forth Road Bridge on Saturday 30 January; the first trial of emergency diversion to include live traffic.
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