Edinburgh drivers warned to plan ahead as queues build toward huge Truckfest event at Royal Highland Centre
Thousands are expected to travel as Truckfest Scotland takes place at the Royal Highland centre this weekend
Edinburgh drivers are being warned to plan their journeys ahead of time as a huge annual event takes place this weekend at the Royal Highland Centre.
Truckfest Scotland has been taking place more than 25 years and delights petrolheads from across the country with events such as monster truck shows, stunt bikes, fire trucks, a funfair and live music.
This year’s Truckfest Scotland take place at the Royal Highland Centre on Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2.
The popular event is expected to draw thousands to the Royal Highland Centre in Ingliston, with warnings for drivers to plan ahead for their journeys on both days.
Traffic Scotland said in an update to drivers: “Monster trucks and more return to the Royal Highland Centre from the 1st to the 2nd of August with Truckfest. Doors open at 9am on both days.
“We expect traffic to be heavier than normal on the A720, A9, A90, M8 and M90.”
Queues were seen building on the routes towards the Royal Highland Centre on Saturday morning (August 1).
Those heading to the Royal Highland Centre to visit Truckfest Scotland are being encouraged to use public transport, including bus and trams, where possible.
Edinburgh Trams are currently only running from Edinburgh Airport to the West End stop on Shandwick Place due to a road closure on Princes Street
Lothian Buses service 17 from Ocean Terminal, service 18 from Fort Kinnaird, and the 100 Airlink Service all have stops near to the Royal Highland Centre.