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OS map puzzles to challenge your skills
Looking for something to challenge yourself? These puzzles, taken from the two OS Puzzle books, will test your map reading skills!
The Welsh origins of place names in Britain
Find the original meanings of British place names that use Welsh source words with this extensive list of terms, along with pronunciation.
The Scandinavian origins of place names in Britain
Find the original meanings of British place names that use Scandinavian source words with this extensive list of terms, along with pronunciation.
The Gaelic origins of place names in Britain
If you have ever wondered how many of the places in Scotland got their names, this extensive list of terms, along with pronunciation, is here to help.
The Scots origins of place names in Britain
Find the original meanings of British place names that use Scots source words with this extensive list of terms, along with pronunciation.
Map reading for road trips
Map reading week quiz
A Tale of three Norths
When you first start to map read or work with a compass, the one element that always causes most confusion is that of North! We should all know that the top of the map is North - but which one?
Special Forces Navigation
Tom Bailey explains how you can use techniques used by Special Forces to enhance your safety on the hill and be aware of sensory experiences you might have otherwise missed.
Seven Reasons to Learn Map Reading
