Old Ordnance Survey Maps of Flintshire


So far we have published just three map in Flintshire, but they are packed with interest nevertheless. We also have a range of Inch to the Mile maps, while further titles are in preparation. Further information about individual maps is given on our On-line Mapshop.

Firstly, here are the large scale maps we publish for the county. They are highly detailed maps, at about 14 inches to the mile.

  • 04.04 Dyserth & Meliden 1910 - published 2007; intro by Derrick Pratt
  • 06.06 Greenfield 1910 - published 1999; introduction by Ken Davies. Of especial interest to industrial archaeologists this map includes the old Greenfield Harbour, plus Holywell station and gives an idea of the development up the valley.
  • 06.09 Holywell 1910- published 2004; intro by Derrick Pratt. This covers the town of Holywell, and the area to the west, a landscape seemingly covered with old lead mine shafts.On the reverse is a rather nice early OS index map for the county.
  • 10.10 Connahs Quay 1910 - published 1998; intro by Vic Williams. It also has a list of ships built at Connahs Quay; the map covers the population centres of Golftyn and Wepre.
  • 14.05 Buckley 1909 - published 2005; intro by Derrick Pratt
  • 17.01 Coed-Talon 1909 - published 2005; intro by Derrick Pratt

    We are also publishing a series of Inch to the Mile maps, which will eventually cover all of Wales. For a full list and index maps follow this link. These are the principal sheets for Flintshire.

  • 095 Rhyl & Colwyn Bay 1904 - published 2002; intro by Derrick Pratt. Includes a map of Rhuddlan.
  • 096 Liverpool & The Wirral 1904 - published 2003; intro by Derrick Pratt. Covers Holywell and Point of Ayr area of Flintshire. Includes a map of Wirral Colliery.
  • 108 Deeside & Central Flintshire 1904 - published 2001; intro by Vic Williams. Includes a map of Great Saughall.
  • 121 Wrexham & Vale of Llangollen 1904
  • 122 Whitchurch, Nantwich & English Maelor 1905 - published 2001; intro by Derrick Pratt. Covers the detached portion of Flintshire known as Maelor Saesneg. Includes a map of Holt and Farndon.

    Most maps in the Godfrey Edition are taken from the 25 inch to the mile map and reduced to about 15 inches to the mile. They cost just £ 2.25 each. For a full list of Welsh maps, return to the Wales page

    You can now order maps direct from our On-line Mapshop. They are also available from various local outlets.


    Alan Godfrey Maps, Prospect Business Park, Leadgate, Consett, DH8 7PW. Tel 01207 583388
    The Godfrey Edition / godfreyedition@btinternet.com / 29 Sept 2007