Detailed Historical Maps
Mapseeker – In association with Collins Bartholomew Ltd we offer one of the largest selections of reproduction historical maps, plans and surveys, spanning the globe. Our collections are available to order on-line in a range of products produced to the highest quality standards.
Specialising in old maps of the United Kingdom, we also have available many early maps from around the world. Old maps are an invaluable resource to those involved in genealogy projects, researching family history as well as local history studies.
As well as a comprehensive map shop offering a range of products covering an expanding multitude of historical maps we have an exciting and growing World of discovery through our searchable archive resources. We welcome the growing number of mapseeker members who now have access to their own mapseeker page where news on the progress of forthcoming archives can be accessed, as well as regular competitions, prize draws and associate events.
We are now also offering a brand new range of products featuring modern maps. Modern map products include, wall maps, atlases, desk maps, jigsaws and more.
Ways to order Historical Maps
Charged at local rate from BT landlines
Photographic PrintsAll maps are available as photographic prints... more
20" x 16" Photographic Print
24" x 20" Photographic Print
- £20.00
- £26.00
Print FramesAll prints are available with a choice of frame... more
Framed prints are supplied fully finished with glass and ready to hang.
Giclée Fine Art PrintsAll prints are available as Giclée Fine Art Prints... more
24" x 20" Giclee Print
30" x 25" Giclee Print
- £50.00
- £65.00
New Products
Vinyl Map Posters
Your choice of Map Image will be a high quality print on a durable gloss Vinyl finish with a wipe clean surface so you can mark any references with a non-permanent pen and then easily remove them later with a damp cloth.
You have a choice of displaying your map in a frame, hanging it or adhering it to most surfaces by removing the self-adhesive backing paper for years of pleasure. To present the quality of this product the example picture shows a close up surface section from George Bradshaw’s New Railway Map of Great Britain and Ireland from 1852 showing all the Railway Stations.
Jigsaw Puzzles
Coloured 400 piece jigsaw (approx 47cm x 32cm).Produced on a 1.5mm millboard and supplied in a cardboard box, pieces come sealed in a plastic bag. A superb jigsaw for anyone interested in local history of the area you live or their family originate from. As the jigsaws are unique and not mass produced they make a fantastic gift.
Canvas Maps
Your choice of Map Image will be printed onto a supreme quality 410gsm cotton canvas and then assembled by hand, the canvas being stretched around a 20mm deep, kiln dried pine wood frame. This product creates a stunning effect, especially with our more historic maps, making them focal points both in terms of their artistic beauty and historical intrigue.
Laminated Maps
Your Choice of Map Image will be printed onto high quality 120gsm heavyweight coated paper. The print is then permanently bonded between two sheets of resilient, flexible, crystal clear plastic, providing a virtually indestructible finish which will protect your map for many years to come, an ideal product for educational type institutions.
Framed Laminated Maps
Your Choice of Map Image will be printed onto high quality 120gsm heavyweight coated paper. The print is then permanently bonded between two sheets of resilient, flexible, crystal clear plastic, providing a virtually indestructible finish which will protect your map for many years to come. For the ultimate in presentation your map is mounted on lightweight board and individually hand framed with a high quality dark wood edging. The map will arrive ready to display and includes an easy hanging kit. This is a most popular option, particularly with schools and offices (quality product that requires no glass) and excellent value for money.
Collins Maps Blog
As the Wheel Spins The Helix Grows
2012-05-15T13:44:00.000+01:00
Our Collins Nicholson Waterways Guides writer and researcher, Jonathan Mosse looks at the creation of another futuristic ‘gateway’ on the Forth and Clyde Canal. In his article in the May 2012 edition of Waterways World he explains how The Helix has the potential to upstage the iconic Falkirk Wheel a few miles up the canal. The Helix features: £43m of development over 730 acres 950 yards of
Geographical Association Conference 2012
2012-04-24T08:50:00.000+01:00
Collins Geo stand A photo of our Collins Geo stand at the recent Geographical Association Annual Conference and Exhibition at the University of Manchester. From 12-14 April 2012 more than 700 delegates from all over the world took part in a range of lectures, workshops, field visits and social events exploring the latest ideas, resources and support in primary and secondary geography.
Collins Geo 2012 Catalogue
2012-04-23T09:59:00.002+01:00
Discover the World Through Maps Collins Geo 2012 Catalogue The Times World Atlas app Summer 2012 Astronomy Photographer of the Year Foreword by Sir Patric Moore Fragile Earth, major new 2nd edition “One of the 5 Great Photo Books of the Year” TIME Memory of the World Documents that define human history and heritage World’s Ultimate Running Races “The book all
FRAGILE EARTH – Capturing the World’s Changing Landscape
2012-04-19T12:45:00.000+01:00
See the world change in front of your eyes with Fragile Earth. This stunning new photography app gives a bird’s-eye view of natural and man-made locations from around the world as they undergo dramatic changes through climate change, urbanization and nature’s raw power. This innovative app, which is being launched on 19th April 2012 by Collins, in partnership with Aimer Media, is set to
Bradshaw’s Railway Map 1839
2012-03-16T08:51:00.000Z
A facsimile printing of this rare Bradshaw railway map from 1839. Bradshaw's Map 1839 This classic nineteenth century map of Great Britain produced by the great 19th-century cartographer himself, Bradshaw’s map shows a high level of detail of settlements, roads and the railways which had been built or were under construction by 1839. Originally a folded map printed on cloth – the map has
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