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.

Aqua3 Continues to Trade as Normal

After more than 36 years producing specialist outdoor maps, I am also exploring a long-term charitable future for Aqua3. This does not affect the existing business. Aqua3 continues to produce and supply bespoke laminated maps as normal. Further information about the charitable project will be published separately as it develops. I remain deeply grateful for the support of all those who have used and trusted Aqua3 maps over the years. For customers, ordering and day-to-day production continue as normal. The existing Aqua3 business and the future charitable project will remain separate while that work develops.

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
  • Printed on specialist synthetic media and laminated for a durable 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

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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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