Forth Ferry service launches

A ferry service linking North Berwick in East Lothian and Anstruther in Fife has officially launched for the 2016 season.

Seafari Adventures and the Scottish Seabird Centre have launched the Forth Ferry passenger service, following a very successful trial in 2015 and in conjunction with VisitScotland’s Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design.

The aim of the Forth Ferry is to forge closer tourism links between East Lothian and Fife, offering locals and visitors alike opportunities for great days out on both sides of the Forth. Each crossing takes approximately 45 minutes on board the 55-seat Catamaran, and allows visitors to enjoy days out in either location.  

Colin Aston, Managing Director of Seafari Adventures, said:

"The trial of the Forth Ferry in 2015 was a great success, with lots of demand for the service and really positive feedback. There were also some really insightful comments from passengers and we have used these to make the Forth Ferry the best that we can."

Tom Brock OBE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Seabird Centre, said:

"With a long and rich history, this crossing was previously the ‘Pilgrim’s Ferry’ dating back over 1,000 years and used by pilgrims on their way to St Andrews. It has been wonderful, not only to reinstate this historic route, but to experience a demand for it to continue.

"This innovative service will benefit locals, visitors and communities on both sides of the Forth. In the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design it is great to be able to officially launch the Forth Ferry for 2016 with the first sailing on Saturday 14 May.

"We have been working in partnership with Fife Council, East Lothian Council, the Scottish Fisheries Museum, East Neuk Tourist Association and North Berwick Business Association on visitor itineraries and will be looking for locals to give their top tips for days out with #FFRecommends."

Visit the Seabird Centre website for more information.