We have published more than 2,000 maps in our series of Old Ordnance Survey Map reprints, some 30 of them in the Essex area. 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. 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. For other information and Prices, see Index Page.
Here are the details of maps for Southend:
This detailed map covers the centre of Southend, coverage stretching from Park Road and Park Street eastward to Southchurch Hall; and from North Avenue and Kilworth Avenue southward to the sea. Features include the GER and LTS main stations (later Victoria and Central); Marine Park, Western Esplanade, Marine Parade, Eastern Esplanade, High Street, gasworks, Pier Pavilion (though much of the pier stretches beyond the map), Porters, Thames Farm, Clifftown, St John the Baptist church, All Saints church. The beginning of development along Southchurch Road is shown. The map captures the town at a fascinating stage, with the population growing from 12,380 in 1891 to 27,299 in 1901, and it had become a borough in 1892. Many central streets are shown here, especially off York Road, half complete.
Follow this link for a complete list of our Essex & East Anglia maps or here for our London maps. A small scale Inch to the Mile map is also available giving a wider picture of the area.
You can order maps direct from our On-line Mapshop. For other information and Prices, see 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 East Anglia, return to the East Anglia page.
The Godfrey Edition / email queries sales@alangodfreymaps.co.uk / 5 October 2007