OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking, horse riding and off-road cycling. Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential information such as youth hostels, pubs and visitor information as well as rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways.
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Map
The OS Explorer series works at 1:25000 which is 4cm to the kilometer or 2.5 inch to the mile. That's as tight a scale as you'll get from the OS (their Landranger series are less fine at 2cm to the kilometer) and it's easily enough for casual rambling or more serious hiking. To give you an idea of the scale, it takes four of these Explorer maps to cover the English Lake District (OL4, 5, 6 and 7). I would suggest that if you're driving or cycling on good roads and paths you may be better off with the more manageable Landrangers.
These maps are printed both sides, and they also fold out pretty big, so if your route takes you over the page, maneouvring these beasts can be a little cumbersome. Note also that the key is only printed on one side, across a boundary and that can cause some difficulties. So, some serious map folding is needed - when I was in the Territorial Army, we even had a lesson on the subject.
The "Active" version is waterproofed and costs a few pounds more than the plain paper map but it is even bulkier. I prefer to use the paper map and stuff it in a map case or even a clear plakky bag. Horses for courses.
If you're sticking to roads, paths or decent tracks, or are going to be within sight of plenty of obvious landmarks, you can operate without a compass. If your walk is a little more adventurous, you'd be wise to carry one with you, but bear in mind that effective compass usage doesn't come without a little training and practise.
Final tip: before you leave the car park, "orient the map". In other words, make sure you know where you are on the map and where you're going. Line up your route on the map with the route on the ground and be aware that this might require you to hold the map upside down or on it's side.... Read more ›
These maps are printed both sides, and they also fold out pretty big, so if your route takes you over the page, maneouvring these beasts can be a little cumbersome. Note also that the key is only printed on one side, across a boundary and that can cause some difficulties. So, some serious map folding is needed - when I was in the Territorial Army, we even had a lesson on the subject.
The "Active" version is waterproofed and costs a few pounds more than the plain paper map but it is even bulkier. I prefer to use the paper map and stuff it in a map case or even a clear plakky bag. Horses for courses.
If you're sticking to roads, paths or decent tracks, or are going to be within sight of plenty of obvious landmarks, you can operate without a compass. If your walk is a little more adventurous, you'd be wise to carry one with you, but bear in mind that effective compass usage doesn't come without a little training and practise.
Final tip: before you leave the car park, "orient the map". In other words, make sure you know where you are on the map and where you're going. Line up your route on the map with the route on the ground and be aware that this might require you to hold the map upside down or on it's side.... Read more ›
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Toby
Format:Map
Top quality OS map as ever. Waterproofing works well and shows no sign of degrading after several trips. Good to write on wipe off.
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Map
EXACTLY WHAT IT NEEDED TO BE, DIDN'T ACTUALLY NEED IT FOR CLIMBING SNOWDON BECAUSE THE PATHS ARE SO OBVIOUS BUT INVALUABLE FOR OTHER WALKS.
By P. J. Cross
Format:Map|Amazon Verified Purchase
Got this when I was planning to got to snowdon 2 years ago, but still havent been, but will be using hopefully this year.
Map itself looks very detailed and easy to read.
Map itself looks very detailed and easy to read.
By Phil
Format:Map|Amazon Verified Purchase
As always the Ordnance Survey explorer maps give you a wealth of information about the terrain you are walking. A must for exploring Snowdonia by car or on foot.
By scarlets40
Format:Map|Amazon Verified Purchase
WELL PLEASED , HAD A EXCELLENT WEEKEND IN SNOWDON LAST WEEKEND.
ALWAYS GOOD TO HAVE GOOD MAP WHEN GOING FOR LONG WALK.
RICH MORRIS
ALWAYS GOOD TO HAVE GOOD MAP WHEN GOING FOR LONG WALK.
RICH MORRIS
By jamie miles
Format:Map|Amazon Verified Purchase
needed a map to recce the route we taking on this year 3 peaks challenge. I use OS maps in the past and trust them.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
great precise and indepth map
I bought this so me and my husband could climb up Mount Snowdon. My husband is very good at map reading and he was able to plan a very good route past a lot of scenery. Read more
Published 26 days ago by clotty
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good
Everything as expected, will buy again.. I give five stars for going beyond expectations and problem solving, here no problem.
Published 6 months ago by NIKD3
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good map
A very good and detailed map, just what I needed, although next time I am going to buy a waterproof one.
Published 8 months ago by Andy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Walking in Snowden
This is an excellent map which would be an essential for anyone considering walking in the Snowden area - as always OS Explorer Maps (Active) do the bizz
Published 9 months ago by Caroline Lohmann-Hancock
5.0 out of 5 stars
Exactly what it says
The map was exactly as described and what I ordered, in excelent condition no damage. Very pleased with it will come in very handy when climbing Snowdon!
Published 12 months ago by Kimmij22
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must for walkers in Snowdonia!
Thought the activity maps were a bit gimmicky until I bought this one; wouldn't buy a standard map again now. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Chris8035
5.0 out of 5 stars
1;25000 OS map - used but as new
Having been asked by Amazon to review this item, to refuse might seem like disapproval. I imagine that most buyers making an OS Map purchase know exactly what they want before... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Stan
4.0 out of 5 stars
Clear up to date and very detailed, but too big
Yes it does the job insofar as it provides all the detailed info you need. But it,s a very big map and using it in the field is a little frustrating as opened up it is so large as... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Amoyboy
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