Dragons, witches and wizards – the latest map off our presses is something quite unique!…
Looking for a Christmas present to treat that hard-to-buy-for friend, family member or colleague? Why not gift them a map? We’ve rounded up 12 maps that we’ve printed to suit everyone on your gift list.
Collins Route 66 Touring Map
For the traveller
Know someone dreaming of an American road trip? Then why not get them a map of the iconic Route 66? The road covers over 2,400 miles between Illinois and California, with plenty to see along the way. This touring map is filled with all the weird, wonderful and thought-provoking sights on route – like Santa Monica Pier, a McDonald’s Museum and Petrified Forest National Park. It’s also got an index of place names and suggested itineraries, all the info they need for an epic US road trip.
The Persephone Literary Map of Bath
For the book lover
Wander the streets of Bath, map in hand, as you walk in the footsteps of 47 authors who graced the city over three centuries. The map features addresses linked to well known – and lesser known – literary figures from the 18th to 20th centuries. From Mary Shelley to Jane Austen, the city has hosted countless authors over the years. It’s the ideal gift for a literature lover and a great excuse for them to visit Bath.
The Ultimate UK Cycle Route Planner, Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
For the cyclist
The Ultimate UK Cycle Route Planner is the perfect tool for the cyclist in your life to plan their next ride. An incredible 20,000 plus miles of UK routes are covered in the map, giving them plenty of options for a two wheeled adventure. Traffic-free trails such as Cornwall’s Camel Trail, the Highlands’ Caledonian Canal and the Peak District’s High Peak Trail are featured, alongside long-distance challenges, like the C2C. The National Cycle Network is mapped and numbered too.
The National Trust and National Trust for Scotland Grand Adventure Map
For the adventurers
You don’t have to travel abroad to have an adventure, as proven by this map. It’s the ultimate resource for UK adventures, with more than 600 National Trust and National Trust for Scotland places included. There’s trivia to help you learn more about different areas – think film locations and regional delicacies. Look out for themed recommendations too, such as UK islands you can walk to and great places to stargaze. And the best part? It features the ‘UK 80’, an 80-stop route taking in the best of the UK.
Stout Stoat Press Border Riding
For the games lover
This is a little bit different – it’s a map that’s a game! Border Riding is a collaborative map drawing game for 3-6 players. The idea is to create small communities, with landmarks, boundaries and rituals. Players unpack how their community defines ‘us’ and ‘them’ and follow their town through the years to explore this further. It only takes one to two hours to play, so could be a good game for after Christmas lunch.
British Mountaineering Council and HARVEY Maps British Mountain Maps
For the climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers
These all-weather maps are designed for climbers, hill walkers and mountaineers tackling national parks and other popular areas. They’re tough, light and totally waterproof – making them effective in even the most challenging weather conditions. With a 1:40,000 scale, they cover a large area but with plenty of detail. There are loads of titles in the series – mapping everywhere from Ben Nevis to the Brecon Beacons, so wherever they’re exploring, these maps have them covered.
Strumpshaw, Tincleton & Giggleswick’s Solid Gold Great British Bucket List Map
For the Anglophile
This is the only bucket list you’ll need for exploring all Britain has to offer. The two-sided map is crammed with beautiful places – like mountains and beaches – festivals, events, plus locations made famous by TV shows, films, literature and music. Epic long-distance routes, by bike, foot, train and road are included too. It’s a map that’ll leave you smitten with Britain!
Collins Rail Map of Europe
For the train traveller
This map is your go-to guide for exploring Europe by train. All the continent’s rail network is captured on the map. There are suggested itineraries, covering Northern Europe, Eastern Europe, and even a DIY Orient Express, to name but a few. Highlights include the Flåm Railway that traverses Norway’s fjords and the Santa Claus Express. Gift the map to someone who’s dreaming of an enchanting train journey in Europe.
The Dartmoor Folklore Map by Ethan Pennell
For the folklore fan
Know someone who loves everything magical and mystical? Then this is for them. Creator Ethan Pannell made the map after years of speaking to locals, scouring specialist archives and libraries and visiting Dartmoor locations. It’s a beautifully illustrated map of Dartmoor that explores the area’s fascinating and frightening folktales.
Strumpshaw, Tincleton & Giggleswick’s Eagerly Beavered Great British Wildlife & Environment Map
For the nature lover
This award-winning map celebrates Britain’s wildlife and habitats – and issues a call to protect them. It features more than 1,500 conservation projects, green days out, wildlife habitats and eco events (think Green Man and World Wildlife Day) across Britain. The map highlights environmental issues but has loads of suggestions for how to help, and positive environmental stories too.
The Mappa Discworld and Unseen University Bundle
For the fantasy fan
Terry Pratchett’s Discworld is brought vividly to life like never before in this map bundle. These richly illustrated huge metre-high maps feature all the colourful creations and characters from the series. The double-sided maps are packaged in stunning foil-blocked map sleeves – the perfect presentation for an extra-special gift.
Ordnance Survey Custom Made Maps
For the person who has everything
We’ve all got that someone on our gift list who seems to have everything. But do they have a customised map? There are endless options for designing Ordnance Survey’s Custom Made maps, with lots of different sizes, styles and scales available. Pick a location anywhere in Great Britain to centre your map on. It could be their home, where they had their favourite holiday or where they got married – anywhere that’s special to them.
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