New directional signs on the Forth Bridges Trail

New directional visitor signs for the Forth Bridges Trail have been unveiled today on World Heritage Day (Friday 18 April 2025).

The visitor trail, which showcases Scotland’s iconic Forth Bridges and the distinctive historic communities of North and South Queensferry, has new directional fingerpost signs in place to help visitors navigate the route.

The Forth Bridges Trail is a five-mile circular route bringing together 24 points of interest in North and South Queensferry and along the Forth Road Bridge offering historical facts, local tales and folklore and panoramic views of the three Bridges and the Firth of Forth.

The new directional signs will help visitors find their way between the more detailed interpretation panels on the Trail. The new signs have been funded through the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.

From North Queensferry station, the Trail descends into the historic village leading between points of interest such as the small Lightower on Town Pier, Battery Point Picnic Area and the panoramic views from Railway Pier.  The Trail crosses the Forth Road Bridge on the dedicated pedestrian and cycle ways.

The Trail continues from the Forth Bridges Viewpoint at the south end of the Forth Road Bridge in South Queensferry, down towards Port Edgar Marina and then back along the historic High Street, passing The Binks, the Harbour, and Museum along to Hawes Pier and onwards to Dalmeny Station.

Developed by the Forth Bridges Tourism Group, the Trail was designed to encourage visitors to explore the area further, on both sides of the Forth, and support the area’s year-round tourism businesses which include boat trips, outdoor activities, visitor attractions, cafes and restaurants, independent retailers and accommodation providers.

Supporting Scotland’s ambitions to be a world-leading responsible destination, the Trail is accessible by foot, bike and public transport, including train stations at North Queensferry and Dalmeny.

The Forth Bridges Trail signs have been designed to reflect the famous red riveted steelwork of the Forth Bridge, which was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2015.

Councillor Altany Craik, Spokesperson for Finance, Economy and Strategic Planning at Fife Council said: “We are delighted to mark World Heritage Day by adding new signs on the Forth Bridges Trail.  Visitors can now more easily find all the points of interest along the Trail which showcases the long and rich history in the communities around our magnificent bridges.”

Lord Provost Robert Aldridge, Scotland’s High Admiral of the Firth of Forth, said: “The new Trail signs will make it even easier to explore both sides of the Forth on foot or by bike, making use of the public transport options to connect with the wonderful views, outdoor activities and excellent hospitality options.”

UK Government Scotland Office Minister Kirsty McNeill said: “The Forth Bridges Trail is a great attraction and these new UK Government-funded directional signs will make the experience for visitors even better.

“It is fitting that these enhancements have been unveiled on World Heritage Day and I encourage locals and tourists to get outdoors and explore the trail.

“Tourism has an important part to play in helping deliver economic growth and with so much fantastic scenery, wildlife, history and culture here and across our magnificent country, Scotland has a lot to offer.

"In all, the UK Government is investing £1.4 billion in dozens of important local growth projects and programmes across Scotland over the next 10 years, including Fife and Edinburgh.

“Working with partners we will deliver a decade of national renewal in our Plan for Change."

More information on the Forth Bridges Trail is available via Forth Bridges Trail