
Plan your adventure with a map from Ordnance Survey
12 June 2008
This summer why not plan your adventures with an Ordnance Survey map available from our map shop? Find out where the nearest picnic site or caravan park is or dust off your bike and head to the nearest national trail.
Ordnance Survey maps can open the door to the rural and urban areas on your doorstep. If you’ve chosen to take your holiday in Great Britain this year then browse hundreds of maps to discover somewhere new.
Ordnance Survey leisure mapping covers every corner of Great Britain, however remote.
OS Landranger Map – 1: 50 000 scale – can be used to enhance your perfect weekend escape. This is the essential map for making the most of your day trip or short break, whether visiting town or country. A wealth of visitor attractions, including National Trust properties, museums, castles, golf courses and railways, are detailed. Many parts of the country are now available in OS Landranger Map – Active, which is tough, durable and weatherproof. Visit the map shop to browse the range.
OS Explorer Map – 1:25 000 scale – is specially designed for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and all those involved in outdoor activities. They are ideal for navigation and can help you find your perfect route. Several OS Explorer Map – Actives, in a tough, durable material are also available. View the full range of maps.
Why not get some inspiration from the explore portal? explore is an online community where walkers, cyclists and other outdoor enthusiasts can plot their routes onto Ordnance Survey mapping. Thousands of users have already plotted their favourite routes, so check out the best routes across the country.
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