Geological maps show the nature, extent of the layers, and layering of different rock types within an area.
Ideal for researching a construction project or a school field trip, this data provides an easy way to access and understand the surface geology and hazards for your area of interest.
BGS 50k Mapping
This product includes the most recent interpretation of the geology of Great Britain as mapped by the British Geological Survey. This is overlain on 1:50,000 mapping from the Ordnance Survey.
| Supplier | BGS |
| What’s it for? |
• Construction • Engineering • Development • Environmental analysis |
| Formats | Layered PDF |
| Scale / resolution | 1:50,000 |
BGS 50k plus GeoSure Mapping
The GeoSure component is complimented by the British Geological Survey 1:50,000 data. Comparing the two datasets quickly reveals a deeper understanding of why risks may have been attributed to any given area.
This provides a full understanding of the rock types present and the implications that these have on potential ground movement or subsidence.
| Supplier | BGS |
| What’s it for? |
• Risk analysis • Local development planning • Construction • Engineering • Environmental analysis • Education |
| Formats | Layered PDF |
| Scale / resolution | 1:50,000 |
BGS GeoSure
Understanding geology is vital when determining the stability (and thus value) of land, property, and the safety of its occupiers. The GeoSure data sets from the British Geological Survey provide information about potential ground movement or subsidence in a helpful and consistent rating system.
| Supplier | BGS |
| What’s it for? |
• Risk analysis • Local development planning • Insurance ratings |
| Formats | Layered PDF |
| Scale / resolution | 1:25,000, 1:50,000 |
BGS 10k Mapping
Geology maps are the foundation for many other types of earth science related maps. The BGS 10k product covers around 30% of the UK. The 10k mapping data is the most detailed geological mapping available from the British Geological Survey, consisting of four polygon layers.
| Supplier | BGS |
| What’s it for? |
• Planning • Development • Education |
| Formats | Layered PDF |
| Scale / resolution | 1:25,000, 1:50,000 |
Combine with
Historical Mapping
Aerial Imagery
OS Vectormap Local
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