For much of its 233-year history, the Ordnance Survey has been synonymous with detailed maps of the British countryside, beloved by ramblers and orienteers. But the UK’s national mapping agency ...

However, unlike the Ordnance Survey maps’ symbology, what people for on a map has continuously evolved. To close this gap, the agency is planning to consult members of the public later this year.

Ordnance Survey (OS) has revealed the top four new symbols people would like to see added to its leisure maps following a survey.

Ordnance Survey appoints Nuevo to help put brand on the map Agency has been tasked with boosting engagement.

Ordnance Survey and the Coal Authority have come together to plot the potential supply and demand of heat from water in disused coal mines throughout Great Britain.

From the Eye of the Butt to the Dalek, thousands of bizarre nicknames for landmarks have now been added to an Ordnance Survey database meant to help emergency services.

The Ordnance Survey database, updated more than 20,000 times a day, is vital to public services - emergency response, land registry, transport and housing.

Ordnance Survey Books Packed with stunning routes and year-round adventures, Ordnance Survey walking books are the ultimate gift for unlocking the allure of the Great British outdoors.

However, unlike the Ordnance Survey maps’ symbology, what people for on a map has continuously evolved. To close this gap, the agency is planning to consult members of the public later this year. From ...