Maid Of The Forth

This is a fantastic service which runs ferry trips under the two forth bridges and out to Inchcolm Island, where you have the option of disembarking to explore for an hour and a half or so whilst the boat returns to queensferry to collect more passengers. The boat has seating inside and out, tables, toilets, and a bar which serves a variety of drinks, snacks and refreshments. Staying on the boat and just going to the island and back is a fun trip in itself which takes about an hour, with plenty if wildlife to be seen including seals and sometimes dolphins. However I definitely recommend taking the time and a little extra money to explore the island as there is so much to see, from the disused railway tunnels, abandoned bunkers from the war and the gorgeous old abbey which reminded me of Hogwarts! Watch out for the seagulls though who apparently get a bit feisty during nesting season… Overall great day out for the family, definitely worth taking a sail on the maid of the forth! Additionally they also run weekly jazz and folk cruises, which I’m keen to try. 5\5 stars!

This is great, it you want to have a better view of the Firth Of Forth than simply driving over them! If you get a good clear day you get a good view of edinburgh and Fife. For £5 extra you can land at Inclom Island. the boat has a café and, bar and snacks. I got my tickets on Groupon cheaper, but normal price is £11 per person, geat it you have a day and unsure what to do!

The Maid of the Forth is a ferry and cruise service that operates from South Queensferry. Its various trips have the attraction of sailing under the famous Forth Rail Bridge, and usually to the historic site of Inchcolm Abbey on the Island of the same name.
As one of two ferry services up the Forth from Queensferry, The Maid offers two main types of cruise. The first is a simple sail up, under the Rail Bridge and around the Inchcolm Island. The other is much the same but with an opportunity for visitors to stop off on the Island and explore both it and the Abbey. The cruise itself takes about an hours in total, with an extra hour and half added for an Island visit. The cruise only will cost around £10 for an adult, £3.50 for children, with concessions and family discounts available. A cruise and explore tripe costs £14.70 for adults, £5.85 for children, with similar discounts.
All in all this makes a lovely day trip. Needless to say this trip is somewhat weather dependent. But kids seem to love it. It’s also a great opportunity to bird spot, particularly puffins. When I was aboard the ferry we also managed to get a great view of two sunbathing seals!
The Maid of the Forth also offers special events, like educational school trips and wedding services. This is all detailed on their website along with a sailing schedule.