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.
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Shore Walk to Cramond
The South Queensferry to Cramond shore walk, open all year round, takes in stunning views over the Forth and some of the islands around the coastline.
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Aberdour Castle & Gardens
Abderour Castle is one of the oldest standing castles in Scotland. Explore the castle, charming walled garden, St Fillan's Church and Silver Sands Beach.
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Fife
Fife has always been at the heart of Scotland's history. Visit Fife to discover castles, golf, the coastline, tiny wee villages and historic Dunfermline.
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South Queensferry
Visit South Queensferry for a day out rich in history with plenty to see and do on both land and water.
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Walks in South Queensferry
There are lots of nice walks in South Queensferry, from short strolls to big adventures. Expect community gardens, views over the Forth and historic estates.
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Seal Spotting
If you want to go seal spotting on the Firth of Forth, visit the mud flats at Port Edgar or take a special boat cruise from Hawes Pier.
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On the deck: the amazing scale of the Queensferry Crossing project
Read about the arrival, on a huge ship, of the first bridge deck sections of the Queensferry Crossing.
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Michael Martin
Meet the FCBC Project Director (Queensferry Crossing)
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Six Ways to Enjoy Visiting the Forth Bridges
Connecting Fife with Edinburgh, across the River Forth are three remarkable bridges spanning three centuries. Check out our six ways to enjoy visiting!
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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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Protecting Breeding Terns Near the Forth Road Bridge
Special measures have been put in place by BEAR Scotland to protect a nearby colony of Terns from noise and visual disturbance during their breeding period.
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Amey Wins Contract to Operate Forth Road Bridges
The tender to manage and maintain two the Forth Road Bridge and the new Queensferry Crossing is to be awarded to Amey LG Ltd, Transport Scotland announced.
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Visit the Forth Bridges
Visit the Forth Bridges to experience an epic train ride across the Forth Bridge, walk/cycle the Forth Road Bridge and enjoy views of the Queensferry Crossing.
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Blog: Ground control
Surveying The Forth Bridge is an adventure and a massive challenge. Find out more...
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Blog: Scanning the Forth Bridges
The CDDV Survey of the Forth Bridges. Find out more...
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