About South Queensferry in West Lothian

South Queensferry is a town in West Lothian, Scotland. The town is situated on the south bank of the River Forth, 10 miles (16 km) west of Edinburgh, and 20 miles (32 km) east of Glasgow. The town has a population of 9,026 (2011 census).

The name comes from the Queen of Scots, Mary, who used the ferry to cross the River Forth to reach her husband, King James VI of Scotland at Linlithgow Palace. The town was also known as South Leithferry and South Leith, until it was renamed in honour of Queen Mary in 1558.

The town is home to two of Scotland's oldest surviving bridges: the Forth Bridge, opened in 1890, and the Forth Road Bridge, opened in 1964. The town is also home to the Royal Yacht Britannia, which is moored at Leith Docks.

South Queensferry is a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to see the bridges and the Royal Yacht Britannia. The town also has a number of shops, restaurants and cafes.