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OS Explorer Map - Active (1:25 000) The Lake District: NE area

Sheet OL5

  • DayWalking
  • Hiking
  • Cycling

The north-east region of the Lake District is covered by OS Explorer Map sheet number OL5 and this version of the map is laminated to protect it from the elements. This practical, long-lasting waterproof map, will keep you on the right track come rain or shine.

Highlights: Helvellyn, Grisedale, Blencathra, High Street, Inglewood Forest, Patterdale, Penrith, Deepdale, and the lakes of Ullswater, Thirlmere, and Haweswater.

Whether you enjoy walking, running, cycling or riding, this easy-to-use map of the north-east Lakes will get you where you want to go. Every track, bridleway and footpath is shown, along with local places of interest and atrractions, as well as the huge detail of the contoured landscape.

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OS Explorer Map - Active (1:25 000) OL5
Brand Ordnance Survey
Series OS Explorer - Active Map
Title The Lake District: NE area
Subtitle Penrith, Patterdale & Caldbeck
Sheet number OL5
Scale 1:25 000 (4 cm to 1 km, 2½ inches to 1 mile)
Format Folded laminated map: double-sided (boarded cover)
Size 1270 x 952 mm (134 x 227 mm folded)
ISBN 9780319467152
Published 31/05/2011
Edition A3

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FAQ

OS Explorer Map – Active

What are the main features of an OS Landranger Map – Active?
An Active map is identical to the standard OS Explorer except it has a lightweight encapsulated coating which protects it from wet weather.
The OS Explorer Map - Active series can:

- be written on with washable ink – making it simple to highlight your favourite routes and then wipe them off when you return home.
- be used in all weathers

What kind of outdoor activity is the OS Explorer Map - Active suitable for?
The map will get you safely from A-B following a pre-planned route or will help you to undertake impromptu days out. If you’re looking for a great new place to explore then an OS Explorer Map - Active will show you exactly what to expect when you get there. This map is perfect for every outdoor activity you take part in and because it is weatherproof it will stay in one piece.

The map is ideal for:

- cyclists
- hikers
- runners
- dog
- walkers

I don’t understand map symbols can I still use this map?
Yes, all the map symbols shown on the map are explained in an easy to use customer map key.

Does the map show every landmark and feature?
The level of detail on an OS Explorer map - Active means that you will know exactly what you will encounter on your hikes and rides. The map is perfect for planning a long walk as you will find every:

- building
- tourist attraction
- nature reserve
- pub
- road
- lake
- river

I want to take my OS Explorer Map – Active out in wet weather, is it suitable?
The lightweight plastic coating on the Active maps allows you to take your map out in wet weather. It is designed to stand up to the elements and is tougher than the standard paper version of the OS Explorer.