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Footpath/Cycleway Restrictions - WEST FOOTPATH - CLOSED (Open at Weekends)

Due to essential maintenance the WEST Footpath/Cycleway is CLOSED except during weekends, please use the EAST Footpath/Cycleway.

Roadworks - Both Directions

There are roadworks in both directions.

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Forth Bridges Trail

War Memorial

Trail stop

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GPS 56.009878,-3.394411

We Will Remember

The North Queensferry War memorial was erected in 1921, using granite from the nearby Carlingnose Quarry. It commemorates locals who died in the First and Second World Wars.

Local research shows that, in the First World War, at least 28 local men were killed. This was a significant proportion of the village’s male population.

The names of those who died are listed on the North Queensferry Heritage Trust website. The story behind each name has been carefully researched and documented.

Brothers Robert and William Dowie were both killed in the First World War. Originally a railway worker, Robert signed up early in the war and gained a reputation for taking part in trench raids. He was awarded the Military Medal in December 1916. At the start of May 1917, his battalion was taking part in the Battle of Arras when he was initially reported Missing, subsequently updated to “Killed in Action.” William Dowie enlisted early in 1916 and was posted to the same Battalion as his brother. He had been at the front for only a few weeks when he was killed.

Herbert Charles Pearce joined the Royal Navy at just 16. At the time he was just 5ft 4inches tall. He served as a regular in the Navy until he perished in a gale aboard the Glena whilst on home leave. He died just 10 days before the First World War ended.

The stories make for sober reading but are a fitting tribute to those who gave so much. The North Queensferry Heritage Trust also offers an online local Census Search.

What's Nearby?

  • Deep Sea World, Scotland’s National Aquarium
  • A restored iconic red telephone box from 1936 - just a short walk along Main Street – now an information point and book swap!
  • Fife Coastal Path / Pilgrim Way to Inverkeithing

Plus, if you need to refuel, there's The Wee Restaurant for set lunches and Rankin’s Café for more informal fare. 

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Essential Information

  • The nearest public toilets are at Battery Road Car Park
  • North Queensferry’s only convenience store is on Brock Street – via the northbound station exit

Where Next on the Trail?

Depending on which route you are walking, the next stops are:
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The Brae

North Queensferry

Stroll up The Brae towards North Queensferry Railway Station. 

Location References

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GPS 56.010578, -3.394796

The Brae Trail Stop >

Deep Sea World or Railway Pier

North Queensferry

If you want to stroll round the village, follow Deep Sea World. If you just want to wander down to the water, follow Railway Pier - this will bypass the village loop.

Deep Sea World

Location References

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GPS 56.008449, -3.391855

Railway Pier

Location References

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GPS 56.008314,-3.398944

Deep Sea World >
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See all Trail Stops

See all Trail Stops >
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Trail Map

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Forth Bridges Trail Maps

For North & South Queensferry

You can also use ///what3words to guide you to the trail signs. The ///what3words reference is given on each trail stop page. 

Forth Bridges Trail Map