Ordnance Survey Custom-Made maps are the perfect way to create a unique map for your home, office, or business. You can choose from a variety of map types and scales, and add your own personal touches, such as a photo and text.
Why choose a Custom-Made map?
There are many reasons why you might choose to create a Custom-Made map. For example, you could use a Custom-Made map to:
- Create a map of your local area, with your favourite places highlighted.
- Create a map of your family’s holiday destination.
- Create a map of your business’s catchment area.
- Create a map for a special occasion, such as a wedding or birthday.
How to create a Custom-Made map
Creating a Custom-Made map is easy. Simply visit the Ordnance Survey website and select the “Custom-Made” tab. From here, you can choose the map type and scale that you want, and add your own personal touches.
Map types
Ordnance Survey Custom-Made maps are available in a variety of map types, including:
- Explorer maps: Explorer maps are ideal for walkers and cyclists, and show detailed information about paths, terrain, and features.
- Landranger maps: Landranger maps are ideal for drivers and cyclists, and show detailed information about roads, railways, and canals.
- OS Maps Discover maps: OS Maps Discover maps are ideal for general use, and show a combination of information from Explorer and Landranger maps.
Scales
Ordnance Survey Custom-Made maps are available in a variety of scales, from 1:10,000 to 1:250,000. The scale that you choose will depend on the level of detail that you require.
Personal touches
You can add a variety of personal touches to your Custom-Made map, including:
- A title
- A photo
- Text
- A border
Once you have created your Custom-Made map, you can choose to have it printed on a variety of materials, including:
- Paper
- Canvas
- Vinyl
You can also choose to have your Custom-Made map framed.
There are many reasons why a small hotel or B&B might have a custom map. Here are a few:
- To provide guests with a unique and informative map of the local area. A custom map can highlight the hotel’s location, as well as nearby attractions, restaurants, and other amenities. This can be helpful for guests who are new to the area and want to explore.
- To promote the hotel or B&B. A custom map can be included in marketing materials, such as brochures and website pages. It can also be given to guests as a souvenir.
- To create a sense of place and community. A custom map can help guests to feel connected to the area and the hotel or B&B. It can also be a way to showcase the hotel’s or B&B’s unique character and style.
The Benefits of Custom Maps for Hotels and B&Bs
Here are some specific examples of how a small hotel or B&B could use a custom map:
- A hotel in a rural area could use a custom map to highlight nearby hiking trails, swimming holes, and other outdoor activities.
- A B&B in a historic town could use a custom map to highlight the town’s historic buildings, museums, and other cultural attractions.
- A hotel in a tourist destination could use a custom map to highlight nearby restaurants, shops, and other businesses that cater to tourists.
- A B&B in a family-friendly area could use a custom map to highlight nearby playgrounds, parks, and other kid-friendly attractions.
Overall, a custom map can be a valuable asset for a small hotel or B&B. It can help to provide guests with a unique and informative experience, promote the hotel or B&B, and create a sense of place and community.
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Links:
- Ordnance Survey Custom-Made maps: https://shop.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/custom-made/
- Ordnance Survey website: https://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/
