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Explore Engineering Cruise

Join Maid of the Forth for a unique 90-minute cruise exploring the civil engineering of the landmark bridges that lie on the Forth of Forth!

Explore Engineering Cruise

About Explore Engineering Cruise

28th June 2025
10.30am - 12pm
Various Locations Edinburgh
£18 per adult, £10.50 per child, 4 and under free of charge, Family 4 £52.50, Family of 5 £58.00
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Join us for a unique 90-minute cruise beneath the three iconic Forth Bridges, the Forth Bridge, Forth Road Bridge, and Queensferry Crossing, and past other major engineering sites including the Hound Point Oil Terminal and Rosyth Dockyard.

This is the ultimate way to experience the incredible civil engineering of the Firth of Forth. Along the way, a guest speaker from the construction industry will provide expert commentary on the structures, their history, how they work, and the impact they’ve had on Scotland and the wider world.

Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this cruise offers a fun and informative day out for families, students, and anyone fascinated by engineering or Scottish heritage.


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