We have published more than 2,000 maps in our series of Old Ordnance Survey Map reprints, including a group in Somerset. The maps are highly detailed. They are taken from the OS 1:2,500 (or 25 inch) maps and reduced to about 15 inches to the mile. Each covers an area of a mile and a half by a mile. They show streets with individual houses, tram tracks, railway tracks and even signals, factories, wharves and such details as fountains and water troughs. They will provide hours of fascination for historians and genealogists. The maps are neatly folded and each includes a specially written introduction to the area. Maps can be purchased on our On-line Mapshop where further information about titles is given. Or visit The Index Page for a full list to the series and details of Prices.
Here are the details of maps for Ilchester:
This detailed map covers the tiny town of Ilchester. In 1901 this had a population of just 433, but it was once a major town which, in the Middle Ages, boasted 7 churches. Until 1832 it sent two MPs to Parliament. However it was already in serious decline by the late Middle Ages and in 1542 Leland describes it as "one of the ancientest townes...yn wonderful decay". Our map covers most of the town, including Northover, and features include Hainbury House, Hainbury Flour Mill, Northover Flour Mill, St Andrew's church, St Mary's church, Kingshams House, Town Hall and all houses neatly shown. We also include directories for the town in both 1902 and 1927 and with Tony Painter's comprehensive introduction the map provides an excellent historical overview of this fascinating small town.
Follow this link for a complete list of our Somerset Series maps.
You can order maps direct from our On-line Mapshop. For other information and prices, and other areas, go to The Index Page.
Maps in the Godfrey Edition are taken from the 25 inch to the mile map and reduced to about 15 inches to the mile. For a full list of maps for England, return to the England page.
The Godfrey Edition / godfreyedition@btinternet.com / 23 June 2007