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Cruise Ships at South Queensferry 2026 -Pre-Season Briefing for Local Businesses
Cruise Ships at South Queensferry 2026
Pre-Season Briefing for Local Businesses
2nd April – 10am -12noon
Hawes Inn
The annual cruise season is scheduled to commence on Saturday 25th April with the arrival of the Majestic Princess. During the season, which concludes on 26th September, there are expected to be a total of 42 cruise calls. Some ships will stay late, or overnight, making a total of 44 days, when cruise passengers and crew will come ashore at the Hawes Pier.
CruiseForth in association with the Forth Bridges Tourism Strategy, are hosting a briefing for businesses who would like to understand more about the expected flow of passengers and the opportunities for local businesses. There will also be coverage of the other tourism development ideas taking place in and around South Queensferry and the Bridges.
If you would like to attend the session please contact Peter Wilson on info@cruiseforth.com before Wednesday 25th March.
Scotland’s Cruise Conference 2026
This year’s conference will be organised by Cruise Scotland and CruiseForth, bringing together the cruise industry and tourism interests around the country. The conference will be held on 18th November at the Trades Hall, Glasgow G1 1UH
Please contact Peter Wilson info@cruiseforth.com for further information
A cruise visitor's view of Dunfermline
A local journalist met cruise guests from the Viking Saturn on 21st August 2025, and took them on a tour of his home town. This is his experience.
https://www.dunfermlinepress.com/news/25408594.dunfermline-eyes-tourist-rate/#
Cruise Passenger Management Plan Report Published
The research report commissioned by the local authorities in east central Scotland has now been published.
The full report is here Cruise Passenger Management Plan The appendices can be viewed individually evidence base , Volunteer Impact, ship survey business survey
Promoting Dunfermline Video as a Cruise Shore Excursion for groups or independents
Cruiseforth has been working to promote Dunfermline as an ideal addition to the shore excursion options for guests on cruise lines on the Forth, who may already be seeking a quieter alternative to Edinburgh. With themes of Royalty, Andrew Carnegie, Pittencrieff Park as well as learning about the true impact of philanthropy, a visit to Dunfermline is a must. Only 30 minutes from Edinburgh and accessible by train and coach service
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