Open
Restricted
Open
Queensferry Crossing
Open
Forth Road Bridge
Restricted
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.
Access Restrictions
News and Blogs from the Forth Bridges
Discover 62 UNESCO places across the UK in updated map
Discover 62 UNESCO-designated places across the UK this summer with an updated illustrated map published by the UK National Commission for UNESCO.
Queensferry Crossing Doors Open Day 2026
Charity ballot for free guided tours of the interior of the Queensferry Crossing deck, hosted by Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland.
Forth Bridge Industrial Heritage Exhibition
Celebrating the new UNESCO Industrial Trail, visit the Forth Bridge exhibition with talks on Friday 26th June, 10am-4pm, Contact & Education Centre.
UNESCO Industrial Trail
The new UNESCO UK Industrial Trail brings together 22 UNESCO designations in celebration of the UK’s internationally significant industrial heritage.
Round the Inner Forth Cycle Route and Bike Bus
Explore the Inner Forth on this new 70 mile circular route. Make it a two day adventure or cycle a section and book the free Bike Bus for the return journey.
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.
New Creative Cities Living Heritage Residency Programme Celebrates Scotland’s UNESCO Sites
Scotland’s UNESCO Creative Cities have joined forces with UNESCO Sites across the country to launch the Creative Cities Living Heritage Residency Programme
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.
