Squares Queensferry Crossing (1)
Queensferry Crossing >
Open
Squares Forth Road Bridge (1)
Forth Road Bridge >
Restricted
Squares Forth Bridge (1)
Forth Bridge >
Open
Squares Queensferry Crossing (1)
Queensferry Crossing
Open
Motorway

Open to general traffic, subject to normal motorway restrictions

Road User Guide
Squares Forth Road Bridge (1)
Forth Road Bridge
Restricted
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.

Access Restrictions
Squares Forth Bridge (1)
Forth Bridge
Open
DESTINATION FORTH

What's On in July?

Week 1 | 1 -7 July

Game On

Throughout July, Edinburgh

Game On, the largest interactive exhibition of the history and the culture of video games, arrives in Edinburgh this summer. More >

Kids Jam Making 

Tuesdays & Thursdays throughout July, Craigies Farm

Learn how to make Craigies freezer jam! Start the session with a walk into the field to pick berries before heading back to Little Farmers to make some yummy jam. (recommended ages 5 - 10). More >

Terrace Sessions

5 July, Thirty Knots, South Queensferry

Every Friday from 5pm enjoy a live DJ soundtracking your Friday night and incredible views across the water. Food and drinks available. No bookings, walk ins only. More >

Summer Sessions

5 & 6 July, The Railbridge, South Queensferry

Every Friday and Saturday from 7pm, enjoy live music from local artists. Advance booking is recommended. 

Adventure Cinema

5 - 7 July, Dalkeith Country Park

A range of open air screenings on the palace lawn. More >

Bug Busters Trail

5 July, Culross 

Search and identify the most popular bugs that we find in the Palace, and learn how we monitor them to protect our historic interiors. More >

Family Adventure

5 July, Linlithgow Palace

Discover more about Linlithgow's wildlife, history and landscape with fun filled sessions featuring many hands-on actives. More >

The Brilliant Binns Family Tour

6 July, House of The Binns

A family friendly tour of the House of the Binns. Learn about the adventures of the daring Dalyells who have been here for over 400 years. More >

 

Background image - Thirty Knots (Facebook credit to Thirty Knots)
Background image - Winter Warmers 6
Week 2 | 8 - 14 July

Clay House Modelling for Kids

8 & 29 July, Honeypot Cafe, South Queensferry

Drop the kids at the Honeypot Creative Cafe to create a clay house. This is run over two days. If you can't join the last day, you can attend at another time that suits after the firing. More >

Decorate a Tote Bag for Kids

9 July, Honeypot Cafe. More >

Art Workshop with Peter Scott

9 - 10 July, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry

A two day sketchbook and portfolio prep course with all drawing materials, sketchbooks and paper provided. Two days drawing in the house and gardens and working on larger scale works in the studio space at the house. More >

Magnificent Minibeasts

10 July, Holyrood, Edinburgh

Meet the magnificent minibeasts that make their home at Holyrood Park! Join rangers for minibeast hunts and insect surveys and learn about the importance of insects and other invertebrates to the environment. More >

Paint a Gnome for Kids

10 July, Honeypot Cafe. More >

Terrace Sessions

12 July, Thirty Knots, South Queensferry

Every Friday from 5pm enjoy a live DJ soundtracking your Friday night and incredible views across the water. Food and drinks available. No bookings, walk ins only. More >

Summer Sessions

12 & 13 July, The Railbridge, South Queensferry

Every Friday and Saturday from 7pm, enjoy live music from local artists. Advance booking is recommended. 

LEGO Masterclass

12 July Dagelty Bay Library

Calling all makers! Bring your imagination and creativity and join LEGO Masterbuilder, Alistair, for a Marvellous LEGO Masterclass. Learn complex LEGO skills and join Alistair in creating awesome LEGO builds. Suitable for ages 7+ as the masterclass involves complicated and intricate work. More >

Victorians at Hopetoun

12 July, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry

Have you ever wondered what it was like to work and live in a grand house like this, way back in Victorian times? Well, now’s your chance to find out! Join our Victorian Housekeepers for a fun workshop. Dress up as servants, explore the house, and even try out some of the chores and crafts they did back then. It’ll be a real hands-on adventure! More >

Mackerel Fishing

Saturday 13th July, Depart 0830, Forth Sea Safaris. More >

Guided Foraging Walks

13 July, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry

Discover the hidden treasures of the Hopetoun Grounds with expert botanist and wild plant forager, Anna Canning. More >

Herbal Recipes at Culross

13 July, Culross

Join Culross’s herbalists Herbal Hannah, Apothecary Abby and Medicinal Maggie to learn about cooking with herbs in the 17th century. More >

1940s Day

13 July, House of The Binns

Dress in your vintage best and learn about the Binns during the war and engage with historic reenactment groups as they bring to life the country during this tumultuous time. More >

Thomas the Tank Engine

13 - 14 July, Bo'Ness and Kinneil Steam Railway

Join Thomas the Tank Engine for a day of colourful adventure at Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway! All aboard a train ride with Thomas, say Hello to Sir Topham Hatt and join Rusty & Dusty for a trainload of fun. More >

Deer Bambinos

14 July, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry

Join us for a fun-filled Deer-Themed Family Guided Walk at Hopetoun House! Enjoy games and activities as we explore the beautiful Hopetoun Grounds. The adventure culminates with a special visit to meet the Hopetoun Red Deer herd. More >

Coastal Capers

14 July, Blackness Castle

Come along to Blackness Castle and explore the seashore with the rangers. Make some art and learn about the creatures that live call the shore their home. More >

 

 

Week 3 | 15- 21 July

Glass Fusing for Teens

15 July, for ages 12+ at Honeypot Cafe. More>

Ceramic Painting for Kids

16 July, Turtle or fish design for 5+ at Honeypot Cafe. More >

Clay Modelling for Kids

17 July, Frog on a lilypad for 5+ at Honeypot Cafe. More >

Wild Animal Tracks & Signs

18 July, House of The Binns

Come and get attuned to the signs of wild animals' presence in the grounds of House of the Binns. More > 

Terrace Sessions

19 July, Thirty Knots

Every Friday from 5pm enjoy a live DJ soundtracking your Friday night and incredible views across the water. Food and drinks available. No bookings, walk ins only. More >

Summer Sessions

19 & 20 July, The Railbridge, South Queensferry

Every Friday and Saturday from 7pm, enjoy live music from local artists. Advance booking is recommended. 

Mackerel Fishing

19th July (depart 1800) & 20 July (depart 0830), Forth Sea Safaris. More >

Brush with History

19 July, Hopetoun House

Children's art tour and workshop. Join a special quest through the grand rooms of Hopetoun. We’ll be hunting for hidden clues – can you spot the mythical creatures and amazing animals around the house? More >

Chocolate Making Workshops

19 -21 July, The Abbot House, Dunfermline

Learn how to make handmade chocolate truffles. More >

Go SUP

20 July, Port Edgar Marina

1 day Stand Up Paddleboard course for ages 8-16. More >

Go Kayak

21 July Port Edgar Marina

1 day kayak course for ages 8 -16. More >

Spirits of Culross

20 July, Culross Palace

Join us on an exclusive tour of the Palace and find out the fascinating spirits of Culross Palace. More >

Storytelling Saunter

20 July, Holyrood

Hear some wondrous stories from professional storytellers under the awe-inspiring peak of Arthur’s Seat. A ranger will lead you to several tranquil spots throughout Holyrood Park to meet the storytellers. Each of them has their own unique style, repertoire and take on stories old and new. More >

Family Tour of the Brilliant Binns

20 July, House of The Binns

A family friendly tour of the House of the Binns. Learn about the adventures of the daring Dalyells who have been here for over 400 years. More >

Kingdom Classic Auto Show

21 July, Scottish Vintage Bus Museum

Come and see the finest classic vehicles in the country. More >

Background image - Extra Stroll Around South Queensferry Harbour Visitscotlandkenny Lam Reduced
Background image - Hopetounhousedronebridgeview
Week 4 | 22 - 31 July

Ceramic Painting for Kids

22 July, Honeypot Creative Cafe. More >

Friendship Bracelets for Kids 

23 July, Honeypot Creative Cafe. More >

Clay Modelling for Kids

24 July, Honeypot Creative Cafe. More >

Removing the Red Rope Collections Care Talk

25 July, House of The Binns

This insightful event will showcase the historical context and care of hand-picked objects within the House's collections... More >

Mackerel Fishing

26 July, Forth Sea Safaris. More >

Terrace Sessions

26 July, Thirty Knots, South Queensferry

Every Friday from 5pm enjoy a live DJ soundtracking your Friday night and incredible views across the water. Food and drinks available. No bookings, walk ins only. More >

Summer Sessions

26 & 27 July, The Railbridge, South Queensferry

Every Friday and Saturday from 7pm, enjoy live music from local artists. Advance booking is recommended. 

Make a Willow Bird Feeder

26 July, Hopetoun House

A make Your Own Willow Bird Feeder workshop! Kids will love getting crafty, using natural materials to create their very own bird feeders. More >

Go Sail

27 July, Port Edgar Marina

1 day course for kids aged 8 - 16. More >

Children's Art & Stories Day

27 July, Holyrood Park

Let out your creative side and explore art, stories, music and puppets at Holyrood Park. Designed for children from 1 to 8 years old, this free drop-in event allows young children to express their creativity with several expert story-tellers and artists. More >

Special Tree Walk

27 July, Balbirnie Park, Glenrothes

Learn about Balbirnie Park’s heritage on this Special Tree Walk. Get to know its special trees and learn how to identify trees. More >

Being a Countryside Ranger

28 July, Hopetoun House

What do Rangers do?! Come along as a family to learn all about conserving the wild places of Scotland – the Countryside Ranger way! More >

Go Windsurf

28 July, Port Edgar Marina

1 day course for ages 8 - 16. More >

Slime Workshop for Kids

30 July, Honeypot Creative Cafe. More >

Family Adventure

26 July, Linlithgow Palace

Discover more about Linlithgow's wildlife, history and landscape with fun filled sessions featuring many hands-on actives. More >

Clay Modelling for Kids

31 July, Honeypot Creative Cafe. More >

______

Every care is taken to ensure these listings accurate but we take no responsibility for errors and advise you to check with the event organiser before making a special journey.