National Map Reading Week Quiz

By OS Team

Published on 10 min read

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From the haunting sound of a cuckoo’s call and the thrill of exploring a Neolithic burial chamber, to the scent of wild-foraged garlic — map-reading is the gateway to a sensory world of nature, history, and folklore.

Try this quiz to test your knowledge on map symbols and the magical outdoors experiences they unlock…

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