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The Forth Bridge

The Forth Bridge represents the pinnacle of 19th-century bridge construction and is, without doubt, the world’s greatest cantilever trussed bridge. 

It is a 2.53 km long 110 m high railway bridge spanning the estuary of the River Forth.  

When opened in 1890 it had the longest bridge spans in the world, a record held for 27 years. It was also the world’s first major steel structure, and today remains a potent symbol of Britain’s industrial, scientific, architectural and transport heritage.

The Bridge is a working estuary crossing, and is busier than ever, having been restored during an ambitious twelve-year refurbishment programme which was completed in 2011. The Forth Bridge was inscribed onto the World Heritage List on 5th July 2015.

For more information on The Forth Bridge, or to plan your visit, have a look at www.historic-scotland.gov.uk or www.forth-bridges.co.uk or download this leaflet.