The new UNESCO UK Industrial Trail brings together 22 UNESCO designations in celebration of the United Kingdom’s internationally significant industrial heritage to form a trail for enthusiasts to explore.
The Forth Bridge will be marking the launch of this new trail with a free exhibition and short talks on 26 June 2026 in the Contact and Education Centre at South Queensferry.
The day’s talks include:
- 11am: Dr Miles Oglethorpe, former Head of Industrial Heritage at Historic Environment Scotland – What makes industrial heritage so special?
- 12 noon: Mark Watson, deputy Head of Industrial Heritage at Historic Environment Scotland – Industrial Heritage Routes.
- 2pm: John Andrew, Transport Scotland & Forth Bridges Forum – The Forth Bridge: Restoring an Icon.
The Forth Bridge History Group, the Briggers, will also be doing talks and riveting demonstrations throughout the day.
The Contact and Education Centre is adjacent to the Forth Road Bridge Administration Building. For more details, see Industrial Heritage Exhibition.
