These maps are taken from the famous OS "Inch to the Mile" Maps. Though obviously far less detailed than the large scale maps for which we are perhaps better known, they provide an invaluable overview of a wider area, typically 18 miles across by 12 miles down. For transport historians they are invaluable for showing old railways, while all historians need them for their close depiction of topography, including parish boundaries. These maps also mean that we can offer historical coverage for small villages where a large scale map would not be commercially viable. We intend to publish the whole of England and Wales in this series. Almost 200 titles are now available and we aim to publish three new titles each month. The maps include historical notes and all (except the double-sided Tyneside title) also include a large scale map of a small town or village in the area.
Here is information about Sheet 221:
This map covers Hertfordshire from Lilley and Great Offley eastward to Buntingford and Braughing, and from Therfield southward to Knebworth and Datchworth. Towns on the map include Baldock, Hitchin, Stevenage, Buntingford, plus Letchworth, still very much a village. On the reverse we include a detailed map of the village of Willian, where features include All Saints church, Puncharden Hall, Letchworth Hall, Manor Farm. A directory of Willian is also included.
It is not possible to list the many hamlets, farmsteads and other topographical features shown on these maps. However, you may find it useful if we list the towns and principal villages or church parishes that are included on this map:
For a full list of maps for the county go to the Hertfordshire page.
You can order maps direct from our On-line Mapshop. For other information and prices, and other areas, go to The Index Page.