Bespoke Laminated Ordnance Survey Maps - Handmade in Britain

Individually made around the exact area you need - professionally printed, laminated, trimmed and folded by hand.
Aqua3 is the last specialist UK producer still making bespoke laminated OS maps of this kind by hand.

DofE & School Expedition Maps

Waterproof, bespoke OS mapping made around the expedition area your students actually need - and designed to be reused year after year.

Aqua3 DofE expedition maps
  • OS Explorer® 1:25,000 mapping as the normal DofE choice
  • Centre the map on the expedition area rather than standard map-sheet boundaries
  • Bring routes crossing 2 or 3 OS sheet areas together on one practical map
  • Professionally laminated for repeated outdoor use in wet conditions
  • Add a school crest, expedition title and useful safety information
  • Unique Aqua3 Map ID makes repeat school orders straightforward
  • No school payment card? Choose School / Organisation Account Order and Aqua3 will invoice you
  • Sample DofE maps available to schools and outdoor leaders on request

DofE Maps, Samples & School Ordering

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The Future of Aqua3

After more than 36 years producing specialist outdoor maps, I am exploring a long-term charitable future for Aqua3. The existing Aqua3 business continues to trade and fulfil orders as normal.

Aqua3 Charitable Future

Bespoke Laminated Ordnance Survey Maps - Handmade in Britain

Choose the exact area you need - individually made for repeated outdoor use.

Aqua3 Customised Maps
  • Choose OS Explorer® 1:25,000 or Landranger® 1:50,000 mapping
  • Centre the map where you need it, not around standard sheet boundaries
  • Specialist synthetic media with a durable laminated waterproof finish
  • Individually printed, calibrated, trimmed, laminated and hand-finished
  • Personalise the cover with a photograph, logo, crest or organisation details
  • Unique Aqua3 Map ID makes repeat orders quick and simple
  • Choose portrait or landscape to suit your area
  • Two- or three-strip layouts suit long routes and coastlines
  • Enlarged easy-to-read scales are also available
  • Choose folded for outdoor use or flat for planning and display
  • A proper working map, individually made from just £12.99

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A3+ Double-Sided OS Landscape Map

Two bespoke map areas on one compact laminated sheet.

Aqua3 Customised Maps
  • Compact double-sided map for walking, schools and outdoor use
  • Choose OS Explorer® 1:25,000 or Landranger® 1:50,000 mapping
  • Choose a different location for each side, or extend one area across both
  • Specialist synthetic media with a durable laminated waterproof finish
  • Individually printed, calibrated, trimmed and hand-laminated
  • Total sheet size 45cm x 33cm; mapped sheet size 42.4cm x 30.5cm
  • One side can instead carry your own A3 image, route or safety information
  • Unique Aqua3 Map ID for simple repeat ordering
  • Compact bespoke Aqua3 mapping at an affordable price

Only £8.99 Including Delivery

Create Your A3+ Double-Sided Map

A3+ Double-Sided OS Portrait Map

Compact double-sided mapping in portrait format for taller routes and areas.

Aqua3 Customised Maps
  • Compact portrait format for routes and areas suited to a taller sheet
  • Choose OS Explorer® 1:25,000 or Landranger® 1:50,000 mapping
  • Choose a different location for each side, or extend one area across both
  • Specialist synthetic media with a durable laminated waterproof finish
  • Individually printed, calibrated, trimmed and hand-laminated
  • Total sheet size 33cm x 45cm; mapped sheet size 30.5cm x 42.4cm
  • One side can instead carry your own A3 image, route or safety information
  • Unique Aqua3 Map ID for simple repeat ordering
  • Portrait layout makes better use of long or narrow areas

Only £8.99 Including Delivery

Create Your A3+ Portrait Map

Aqua3 Event Map

Keep your event area or route together on one waterproof sheet.

Aqua3 Customised Maps
  • Ideal for events, challenge routes, schools, clubs and support teams
  • Choose OS Explorer® 1:25,000 or Landranger® 1:50,000 mapping
  • Centre the map on the exact area your event requires
  • Total sheet size 100cm x 52cm
  • Mapped area 24km x 11.5km at 1:25,000 scale
  • Mapped area 48km x 23km at 1:50,000 scale
  • Specialist synthetic media with a durable laminated waterproof finish
  • Folds into a compact, lightweight working map
  • Simple layout maximises useful mapping
  • Add your event name, organisation, crest or logo
  • Unique Aqua3 Map ID for simple repeat ordering

From £12.99

Create a 1:25,000 Event Map

Create a 1:50,000 Event Map

Aqua3 National Three Peaks Map

Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon on one durable laminated map.

Aqua3 Customised Maps
  • All three National Three Peaks mountain areas on one map
  • Detailed OS Explorer® 1:25,000 mapping for each mountain
  • Covers the principal approaches to each summit
  • Three separate mountain areas on one practical sheet
  • Specialist synthetic media with a durable laminated waterproof finish
  • Compact 10-panel folded working map
  • One map replaces three separate conventional map sheets
  • Every map carries its own unique Aqua3 Map ID

Only £24.99

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Aqua3 Customised Maps

Aqua3 Snowdon Easy-to-Read Map

OS mapping enlarged to 1:12,500 for easier reading outdoors.

  • OS Explorer® detail enlarged from 1:25,000 to 1:12,500
  • Twice normal size - 5 inches to 1 mile or 8cm to 1km
  • Designed for easier reading of standard OS detail
  • Centred on Snowdon and the surrounding mountain area
  • Total sheet size 100cm x 100cm
  • Mapped area approximately 10.1km x 11.4km
  • Specialist synthetic media with a durable laminated waterproof finish
  • Lightweight at approximately 160g
  • Personalise the cover with a photograph, logo or organisation details
  • Add your own title and useful information
  • Can be centred on another hill, valley or coast; unique Map ID included
  • Prices from £22.99

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Aqua3 Customised Maps

Aqua3 Yorkshire Three Peaks Map

All three Yorkshire Peaks on one large laminated map.

  • All three peaks and the surrounding route area on one map
  • Detailed OS Explorer® 1:25,000 mapping - 4cm to 1km
  • Keeps the complete challenge together on one map
  • Total sheet size 100cm x 130cm
  • Mapped area approximately 23.2km x 25.9km
  • Specialist synthetic media with a durable laminated waterproof finish
  • Folds into a practical working map for the route
  • Lightweight at approximately 160g
  • Personalise the cover with a photograph, logo, crest or organisation details
  • Add your own title and useful information
  • Unique Aqua3 Map ID for simple repeat ordering
  • One map for the complete challenge
  • Prices from £24.99

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Aqua3 Customised Maps

Aqua3 Map Lamination Service

Lightweight professional lamination for maps and working documents.

  • Send us a suitable paper map and we will laminate it professionally
  • Ideal for walking maps, expedition maps, plans and working documents
  • Useful for overseas DofE expeditions using paper mapping
  • Lightweight matt film gives durable waterproof protection without bulk
  • Non-reflective finish helps retain clarity outdoors
  • Pencil can be used on the surface and wiped away
  • Folded maps can be returned professionally folded
  • Flat maps and plans can be returned in a protective tube
  • Items must be in good condition and suitable for lamination
  • Large-format lamination available up to 960mm wide
  • Plans, charts and other working documents can also be laminated
  • Identify the map title or sheet number when ordering
  • Please note: we are unable to laminate Ordnance Survey Custom Made Maps
  • Prices from £12.95

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Maps for Education & Youth Groups

Bespoke laminated OS maps for your expedition or training area. Durable, reusable and easy to reorder by Map ID.

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Maps for Rescue & Emergency Services

Site-centred OS mapping for your operational area. Waterproof, laminated and made for demanding outdoor use.

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Easy-to-Read
Maps

Enlarged OS mapping makes contours, paths, symbols and place names easier to read without losing detail.

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Laminating & Printing Services

Large-format printing and lightweight matt lamination for maps, plans and working documents.

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