Introduction

Today, I am reporting on North Queensferry. This is a village of about 1100 persons. It is located in Fife on the north bank of the Firth of Forth (estuary). Edinburgh is about 10 miles distant..

North Queensferry and Forth Rail Bridge.

Information on North Queensferry

The name ‘Queensferry’ is believed to be derived from Queen Margaret ( 1045-1093), a patron of the crossing across the Forth of Forth, particularly for religious pilgrims en-route to St. Andrews.

For at least 800 years, North Queensferry was the northern terminus of the crossing across the Forth. The ferry was superseded first by a rail crossing opened in 1890 and then by a road bridge opened in 1964.

The village is situated between the two bridges adverted to above. Other features include:

• Town pier dating from 1813.
• Restored Light Tower.
• Boating Marina.
• Interesting old architecture.

Video clip of two Forth Bridges from the village.

Forth Rail Bridge from village.

Marine Architecture

Village and bridge

Post Office Lane

North Queensferry War Memorial.

North Queensferry and Forth Road Bridge.

An interesting spot to visit. Somewhat quieter than counterpart of South Queensferry across the Firth.

More information

For more information on visiting Scotland in general please refer Visitors’ Guide to Scotland, ISBN 978-1-9161332-0-4. This book is heavily illustrated. Also available via Kindle.