9 East Bay Bed and Breakfast.
Local Attractions

Forth Rail Bridge
The Forth Rail Bridge was considered one of The Wonders of the Modern Age when it was completed in 1890, a Century and a bit later it is still A Wonder and hundreds of trains still cross back and forth over this magnificent structure.  If you're staying in North Queensferry you just have to take the train across the bridge to Edinburgh.

 

Forth Road Bridge
Built in 1964, the Road Bridge saw the closure of the Ferries across The Firth of Forth.  It remains the main artery connecting Fife and the South.  Edinburgh City Centre is only a 25 min. drive from North Queensferry.

 

 

Deep Sea World
Something for everyone here and only meters from our house.  Deep Sea World is one of the longest underground aquariums in the world.  See sharks ,rays, conga eels and a whole array of fish swimming above and beside you, if you're feeling courageous you can even dive with them! Enjoy the other exhibits there's a touch pool and aquariums containing tropical fish piranha  and poisonous frogs.

 

Walks:
For those who just want to blow the cobwebs away, take a stroll up onto the coastal path for magnificent views of East Bay and the Forth Bridge, continue for less than a mile until you come to a small bay known locally as Port Laing.  It's a nice place to paddle or just sit and enjoy the view out towards the North Sea.

Alternatively , stroll around the village out towards the Marina, you'll pass houses built in the early 18th Century with marriage lintels above the doorways, ( a marriage lintel traditionally shows the initials of the couple and the date they married - a fine example can be found on one of the houses in Post Office Lane).  On the way you'll pass the War Memorial and the Wells that once provided the village with it's drinking water, a hidden gem is Willie's Well, ask Molly how to find it.

If you go on past The Albert Hotel, (renamed following Prince Albert's visit to the village), to The Old Town Pier built to accommodate the landing of passengers and goods off the ferry. It is believed that there has been a ferry crossing across this point of the river for over a thousand years.

On your way back to the house see Chapel Place and the 14th century ruined chapel, the Chapel of St James the Apostle, the Patron Saint of Pilgrims. Founded by Robert the Bruce and controlled by Dunfermline Abbey, it was abandoned following the Reformation. Many sailors, drowned during storms on the Forth, are buried here and some of the inscriptions are very appropriate for a sea-faring village.

Go past Helen Place and Malinkie Cottage, this small home was reputedly the village school over a century ago, and return to East Bay.

 

 

Beyond North Queensferry

Walking & Cycling: For those who enjoy a good walk there's the Fife Coastal Path which starts in North Queensferry and goes all the way round the coast to Newburgh in North West Fife. You can also cycle on the path and there are miles of dedicated cycleways throughout the county.

Water Sports.  Sailing. If you are interested in getting out on the water, Port Edgar Marina in South Queensferry can offer beginners sailing courses to advanced powerboating and kayaking, we offer courses and activities for all ages and abilities. The marina has over 300 berths available.

Fishing; Anglers are spoilt for choice, you could go out onto our deck and cast into the Firth of Forth for mackerel or sea trout, or you could visit one of the many coastal fishing villages along the Fife coast and try your luck.  Fife also has many loch and river fishing areas, such as Loch Glow and Loch Fitty, permits are available from Deals on Reels in Dunfermline.

Sightseeing
Dunfermline: One of the Ancient Capitals of Scotland, Dunfermline is an easy city to tour.  Dunfermline Abbey dates back to the late 9th Century and is the resting place to some of Scotland's Monarchy e.g. Queen Margaret, and Robert The Bruce. Visit Abbot House, not far from The Abbey, home to Dunfermline's oldest house.
Dunfermline was also the birthplace of one of the world's richest man and a man who became a great American - Andrew Carnegie, The house where he was born is now a museum dedicated to him Naturally there's a Carnegie Hall which features a wide variety of acts, from one man shows to full blown musicals.
Culross: On the Firth of Forth in Fife, is an almost perfect example of a Scottish burgh of the 17th and 18th centuries .A number of the buildings are now owned by the National Trust for Scotland including the "Palace" Many of the houses are of that period and the crows' feet gables, pantile roofs and narrow cobbled streets are typical of that time. The "Town House" in the centre of the town is particularly fine.
Aberdour The picturesque village of Aberdour, which nestles around Aberdour's two beaches and the natural harbour formed by the Dour Burn (burn - small stream), Aberdour actually means "River Mouth of the Dour". For such a small village Aberdour has much to offer, there are the two beaches, one a European Union "Blue Flag Award" winner, Aberdour castle, built in the 13th Century, Saint Fillans, the 12th century village church, hotels, bed and breakfasts, convenience stores, restaurants, gift stores and much more.
Falkland: Another village with properties owned by The National Trust For Scotland. See Falkland Palace, a royal hunting lodge used by Mary Queen of Scots. It has a delightful walled garden and posses one of only two Real Tennis Courts in Britain, (the other is at Hampton Court Cottage)
The East Neuk. Another picturesque area of Fife, famous for it's idyllic fishing ports and beaches. Wherever you go in the East Neuk you stumble over delightful countryside and quaint villages.  Popular with folk wanting to get away from it all, there are too many places to recommend, but you must visit Pittenweem, a thriving fishing village - the fish market is open very early in the morning. It holds an art Festival in July where the residents loan their houses to exhibitors!
Anstruther, a busy seaport town with plenty of boats in the harbour and plenty of shops to keep you occupied searching for the right souvenir. It also boasts one of the best fish and chip shops in the country.
Crail, such a quaint village with the harbour at the bottom of the village, but it's equally famous for it's pottery & St Monans has a great seafood restaurant overlooking the harbour.
Edinburgh: With the city centre only 25 minutes away from North Queensferry it's a city to vi sit more than once. So many things to see and do; The Castle, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh Ghost Walks, The Festival, Museums, The Royal Yacht Britannia great pubs & restaurants, etc etc. One of the best tips is to take a City Bus Tour from the station and it'll take you round most of the main tourist sites - once you have bought your ticket you can get on and off the bus as often as you like as the ticket lasts a day

I know that's a lot of information, but it gives you an idea of what there is to see and do whilst staying at 9 East Bay B&B