Doors Open Day 2025 - Ballot is Open

The public ballot for BEAR Scotland's Doors Open Day tours inside the Queensferry Crossing deck is now open. Details on BEAR's website.

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The Grand Opening of the Forth Bridge

The grand opening of the Forth Bridge was marked in 1890 by HRH Prince of Wales securing the final rivet. Find out more.

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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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Doors Open Day

Applications are now open for free guided tours of the Forth Road Bridge deck and anchorage, hosted by Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland.

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UNESCO Industrial Trail

The new UNESCO UK Industrial Trail brings together 22 UNESCO designations in celebration of the UK’s internationally significant industrial heritage.

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Visiting the Bridges - FAQs

Thinking of visiting the bridges? Take a look at the answers to FAQs, including how to access the bridges, local amenities and attractions plus traffic info.

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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 Road Bridge Open Day Tours Fully Booked

Guided tours of the Forth Road Bridge being offered by BEAR Scotland as part of Doors Open Days are fully booked following a great response from the public.

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Increase in Wire Breaks to be Investigated

A special inspection of the Forth Road Bridge main cable has been commissioned after an increase in wire breaks was detected by bridge authority FETA.

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Forth Road Bridge Given Green Light to Re-Open

The Forth Road Bridge will be open to vehicles except for HGVs from the morning of Wednesday 23 December 2015.

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Freedom of Information Website Now Available

A Freedom of Information website has been set up by Transport Scotland and Amey in response to over 30 requests since the closure of the Forth Road Bridge.

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One Stop Shop for Iconic Bridges

With the countdown underway for the opening of the Queensferry Crossing, people can now enjoy a new website for the Forth Bridges.

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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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Massive Demand for Bridge Open Day Tours

A massive 12,126 applications for places were received in a public ballot for tours of the Forth Road Bridge on Doors Open Day 2024.

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Forth Road Bridge Doors Open Day This Saturday

The Forth Road Bridge Doors Open Day is set to take place for the third year in succession on Saturday 28 September.

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