Forth Rail Bridge - Railway Series first day cover

The Forth Rail Bridge, a famous railway bridge that spans the Firth of Forth in Scotland, connecting the towns of North Queensferry and South Queensferry.

The Forth Bridge was designed by Sir Benjamin Baker and Sir John Fowler. Construction began in 1882 and was completed in 1890. It's a cantilever railway bridge, known for its distinctive red color and its massive, crisscrossing lattice girders. The main span of the bridge is approximately 1,710 feet, and the total length, including approach viaducts, is around 8,296 feet!

The towers of the bridge stand at a height of 361 feet above the high-water mark.

The Forth Bridge stands as an enduring symbol of Scottish engineering prowess and has become an internationally recognized landmark. Its iconic design and cultural significance contribute to its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Railway Collectable features 1st Class Forth Railway Bridge from the 2011 A-Z Britain stamp issue and Firth of Forth, Edinburgh first day of issue postmark 13.11.2011. Also include 1964 Forth Road Bridge 6d stamp and cachet.