A detailed topographic map of Ben Nevis & Fort William from the Ordnance Survey Explorer series, covering The Mamores & The Grey Corries. Kinlochleven & Spean Bridge Edition A2; Publication date December 2009 About this series: These highly detailed maps show all the administrative boundaries, settlements as small as isolated farms, the road network down to unfenced roads & country tracks, & field boundaries (hedges & drystone walls) which make navigation across the countryside much easier. Steep gradients on roads are indicated. Various landmarks, e.g. powerlines, archaeological sites, windmills, churches & lighthouses are shown & additional graphics indicate natural terrain features such as cliffs, scree, mud & vegetation variations. The contour interval is 5 metres in the lower parts of the country & 10 metres in the uplands, & spot heights are marked. Each map covers an area of 30 x 20km (i.e. approx. 19 x 12 miles), with some double-sided maps covering more, as indicated in the individual descriptions. The maps are fully GPS compatible, with the National Grid shown at 1km intervals & latitude & longitude indicated by margin ticks at 1'. The Explorer series has replaced the earlier, green-cover Pathfinder maps. The Explorer series is now complete & covers all of Engl&, Wales & Scotl&. Some sheets for popular areas like the National Parks are still branded as Outdoor Leisure (OL) maps, but are now included in this series as the cartography is the same as that in the Explorer Maps. The Explorer maps offer a substantial improvement on the Pathfinder series, with greater use of colour, larger area per map, & stronger emphasis on information for ramblers & tourists. This series is ideal for walking & other outdoor pursuits & each map shows a large amount of information for ramblers & tourists. Public rights of way are shown (except in Scotland), together with other routes with public access: National Trails & Recreational Paths, permitted paths & bridleways, & selected cycle routes. Open access land created under the Countryside & Rights of Way Act 2000 is marked. Tourist information

Includes:: caravan & camp sites, Park & Ride locations, recreation/leisure/sport centres, museums, historic buildings, English Heritage & National Trust sites, rural pubs, etc. The map legend is in English only, except for the tourist information content which is also in French & German.

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Ben Nevis & Fort William area, including The Mamores, The Grey Corries, Kinlochleven & Spean Bridge on a detailed topographic & GPS compatible map No. 392, paper version, from the Ordnance Survey’s 1:25, 000 Explorer series. MOBILE DOWNLOADS: this title & all the other OS Explorer maps include a code for downloading after purchase the digital version onto your smartphone or tablet for viewing on the OS smartphone app.OS EXPLORER SERIES: to see the list of all the titles in the OS Explorer series, both paper & waterproof versions, please click on the series link. The Explorer series, Ordnance Survey’s most detailed maps recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities, provides topographic coverage of Great Britain at 1:25, 000 on GPS compatible maps with hiking trails, cycling routes & extensive tourist information. Each printed map is available either on paper or as a waterproof & tear-resistant OS Active Map, as indicated in its title. Britain’s National Parks & other areas of particular tourist interest are presented on often double-sided OL (Outdoor Leisure) maps, whilst most standard format Explorers cover an area of 30 x 20km (approx. 19 x 12 miles). All three versions (paper, waterproof & digital) are the same & provide plenty of recreational & tourist information, indicating the traditional public right of way paths (except in Scotland where different laws apply), including bridleways & byways. National Trails & other long-distance paths are marked, as well as permissive footpaths or bridleways & on-road or traffic-free cycle routes with, where appropriate, their National/ Regional Cycle Network numbers. Boundaries of access land are clearly marked. A wide range of symbols provides additional tourist information, highlighting camping & caravanning sites, information offices & visitors’ centres, parking & picnicking places, country pubs, sport & recreational facilities including cycle hire locations & mountain biking trails, historic buildings & museums, etc. Exceptionally clear presentation of the landscape is provided by contours at 5m or in the uplands at 10m intervals, with additional spot heights plus colouring and/or graphics for different types of woodlands, orchards, heath, marshl&, scree or boulders, & other topographic features. For GPS users the maps have British National Grid lines at 1km intervals, with latitude & longitude given by margin ticks at 1`. Clearly laid out map legend

Includes:: French & German translations for the tourist information symbols.

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Ben Nevis & Fort William area, including The Mamores, The Grey Corries, Kinlochleven & Spean Bridge on a detailed topographic & GPS compatible map No. 392, paper version, from the Ordnance Survey’s 1:25, 000 Explorer series. MOBILE DOWNLOADS: this title & all the other OS Explorer maps include a code for downloading after purchase the digital version onto your smartphone or tablet for viewing on the OS smartphone app.OS EXPLORER SERIES: to see the list of all the titles in the OS Explorer series, both paper & waterproof versions, please click on the series link. The Explorer series, Ordnance Survey’s most detailed maps recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities, provides topographic coverage of Great Britain at 1:25, 000 on GPS compatible maps with hiking trails, cycling routes & extensive tourist information. Each printed map is available either on paper or as a waterproof & tear-resistant OS Active Map, as indicated in its title. Britain’s National Parks & other areas of particular tourist interest are presented on often double-sided OL (Outdoor Leisure) maps, whilst most standard format Explorers cover an area of 30 x 20km (approx. 19 x 12 miles). All three versions (paper, waterproof & digital) are the same & provide plenty of recreational & tourist information, indicating the traditional public right of way paths (except in Scotland where different laws apply), including bridleways & byways. National Trails & other long-distance paths are marked, as well as permissive footpaths or bridleways & on-road or traffic-free cycle routes with, where appropriate, their National/ Regional Cycle Network numbers. Boundaries of access land are clearly marked. A wide range of symbols provides additional tourist information, highlighting camping & caravanning sites, information offices & visitors’ centres, parking & picnicking places, country pubs, sport & recreational facilities including cycle hire locations & mountain biking trails, historic buildings & museums, etc. Exceptionally clear presentation of the landscape is provided by contours at 5m or in the uplands at 10m intervals, with additional spot heights plus colouring and/or graphics for different types of woodlands, orchards, heath, marshl&, scree or boulders, & other topographic features. For GPS users the maps have British National Grid lines at 1km intervals, with latitude & longitude given by margin ticks at 1`. Clearly laid out map legend

Includes:: French & German translations for the tourist information symbols.

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Laminated waterproof edition of a detailed topographic map of Ben Nevis & Fort William from the Ordnance Survey Explorer series, covering The Mamores & The Grey Corries. Kinlochleven & Spean Bridge Edition A2; Publication date December 2009 About this series: These highly detailed maps show all the administrative boundaries, settlements as small as isolated farms, the road network down to unfenced roads & country tracks, & field boundaries (hedges & drystone walls) which make navigation across the countryside much easier. Steep gradients on roads are indicated. Various landmarks, e.g. powerlines, archaeological sites, windmills, churches & lighthouses are shown & additional graphics indicate natural terrain features such as cliffs, scree, mud & vegetation variations. The contour interval is 5 metres in the lower parts of the country & 10 metres in the uplands, & spot heights are marked. Each map covers an area of 30 x 20km (i.e. approx. 19 x 12 miles), with some double-sided maps covering more, as indicated in the individual descriptions. The maps are fully GPS compatible, with the National Grid shown at 1km intervals & latitude & longitude indicated by margin ticks at 1'. The Explorer series has replaced the earlier, green-cover Pathfinder maps. The Explorer series is now complete & covers all of Engl&, Wales & Scotl&. Some sheets for popular areas like the National Parks are still branded as Outdoor Leisure (OL) maps, but are now included in this series as the cartography is the same as that in the Explorer Maps. The Explorer maps offer a substantial improvement on the Pathfinder series, with greater use of colour, larger area per map, & stronger emphasis on information for ramblers & tourists. This series is ideal for walking & other outdoor pursuits & each map shows a large amount of information for ramblers & tourists. Public rights of way are shown (except in Scotland), together with other routes with public access: National Trails & Recreational Paths, permitted paths & bridleways, & selected cycle routes. Open access land created under the Countryside & Rights of Way Act 2000 is marked. Tourist information

Includes:: caravan & camp sites, Park & Ride locations, recreation/leisure/sport centres, museums, historic buildings, English Heritage & National Trust sites, rural pubs, etc. The map legend is in English only, except for the tourist information content which is also in French & German.

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A selection of thirty walks of different length & difficulty around the region of Ben Nevis & Glen Coe. Each route is illustrated with extracts from Harvey maps & fully described & graded according to distance, approximate time. Information is given on the presence of wildlife, particularly beautiful scenery, buildings of historical interest, which maps to use & refreshments. Full colour photos are used to emphasize the beauty of the region. ...

Ben Nevis & Glen Coe Adventure Atlas at 1:25, 000 in a series of handy A5 size Adventure Atlases from Geographers` A-Z Map Company with cartography from the Ordnance Survey’s Explorer series. Coverage

Includes:: the final section of the West Highland Way from the Ba Bridge to Fort William & the western section of the Great Glen Way along the Caledonian Canal. To see other titles in this series please click on the series link.A-Z Adventure Atlases have cartography of the Ordnance Survey’s Explorer maps & provide plenty of recreational & tourist information, indicating traditional public rights of way paths, including bridleways & byways restricted or open to motorized traffic. Also shown are other routes with public access, including permissive footpaths & bridleways. Special marking indicates National Trails, Long-distance Routes & Recreational Routes, & for cyclists the maps show traffic-free routes & the National Cycle Network. A wide range of symbols highlights locations of special tourist interest: camping & caravanning sites, youth hostels, information offices & visitors’ centres, parking & picnicking places, historic buildings (indicating where appropriate National Trust, English Heritage, or Cadw), sites for various recreational pursuits, country pubs, public toilets, etc. The mapping provides detailed presentation of the topography with contours at 5 or 10m intervals, numerous spot heights & colouring and/or graphics for different types of terrain or vegetation. Additional colouring shows access l&, including areas managed by the National Trust, Forestry Commission & Woodland Trust. All the standard information expected of high quality survey mapping at this scale is included: finely graded road network, railway lines with stations, cuttings or embankments, individual isolated buildings, etc. For GPS each page as a 1-km British National Grid. Each atlas has an index which

Includes:: geographical features, nature reserves, youth hostels, car parks, etc, & provides additional notes on safety & security when walking, plus QR codes for obtaining by mobile phone information about local weather, danger areas, mountain rescue, map reading, OS National Grid coordinates, etc.



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Waterproof mountain map of Ben Nevis & Glen Coe from Harvey at 1:40, 000, with a geological map of the region on the reverse, an enlargement of Ben Nevis` summit, & advice on navigating the region safely.*MAIN MAP:* Topography is shown through clear altitude shading, spot heights, contours at 15m intervals, & index contours at 75m intervals. A variety of symbols are used to show terrain detail, such as caves/mines, major & climbing crags, shafts, sinkholes, cairns, & large boulders. The map is GPS compatible, with the National Grid overprinted on the cartography. Rights of way shown include tracks, long distance & intermittent paths. Road detail

Includes:: minor, residential & forest roads; railway lines & stops are marked, as are chairlifts & ski tows. Points of interest & facilities such as campsites, information points, & mountain rescue post are prominently highlighted.*ENLARGEMENTS:* The summit of Ben Nevis is shown at 1:15, 000, with a description of how to get to & from the summit.*GEOLOGICAL MAP:* The reverse shows a geological map of the region from the British Geological Survey, with detailed relief shading & colours used to denote different types of rock. There is additional written geological information, as well as a geological timeline of the region.*ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:* There is also information on emergency procedures, navigating the region safely, & useful contact numbers are provided. There are also lists of local climbing venues, mountaineering club huts, & mountain bothies. Printed on tough, hard-wearing polyethylene, the map is waterproof, tear-resistant, & comes in a clear plastic wallet.

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Ben Nevis & Glen Coe is Ronald Turnbull’s Cicerone guide to the best walking opportunities in Lochaber & its two mighty peaks. The guide covers Lochaber’s summits as well as mid-level walks & gentle strolls through empty glens & tent or bothy treks through remote scenic landscapes. The area from Ben Nevis southwards towards Glen Coe offers some of the finest mountain walking in the UK & the authors explore an array of diverse routes throughout the region. The guide is structured in 10 main parts
- Fort William & Glen Nevis, Ben Nevis & the Aonachs, Grey Corries & Spean Bridge, Mamores, Kinlochleven, Glen Coe, Bidean nam Bian, Glen Etive, Black Mount & Ben Cruachan & Oban
- encompassing a total of 100 walks. There is also a section on the longer routes in the region
- the West Highland Way, Through Routes & the Three Ridges. Each walk has a general overview & an Information Box with details of starting & finish points, distance, ascent, approximate walking time, maximum altitude & the terrain. A informative introduction provides practical guidance on walking conditions, when to go, weather & snow conditions, safety in the mountains, recommended maps & compass & GPS. Detailed route descriptions are accompanied by Ordnance Survey extracts mapping the route in addition to colour photographs illustrating some of the highlights of the mountains.


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Experienced climber Alan Kimber’s Cicerone guide to Winter Climbs – Ben Nevis & Glen Coe – is the definitive introduction to exploring some of Scotland’s leading winter climbing. The book covers all that is best on Ben Nevis, as well as Carn Dearg, Aonachs Mor & Beag, Bidean nam Bian & its related summits, Buachaille Etive Mor & the outlying peaks in Glen Coe. Now in its sixth edition, this book is a proven & reliable guide. The guide is organized into four sections on Ben Nevis, Glen Coe & their two surrounding areas & provides a wealth of climbing opportunities for different standards of climber. Each chapter has diagrams showing the general topographical area of the mountains concerned & provides information on the most accessible places for ascents & descents. Labelled diagrams also indicate the path that each route takes in relation to each other. An extensive introduction provides important information on Weather & Avalanches, Equipment & Safety Precautions, Rescue Facilities & Amenities in the area. Detailed climbing route descriptions are accompanied by detailed line drawings mapping each route & also h&-drawn cliff diagrams; in addition to colour photographs illustrating some of the breathtaking highlights of the highest climbs. ...

Ben Nevis with the Mamores & Grey Corries ranges at 1:25, 000 on a double-sided, waterproof & tear-resistant map from Harvey Map Services in their Superwalker series, with the peak area also shown in greater detail at 1:12, 500. The map divides the area north/south, with a good overlap between the sides, extending from Fort William past Loch Treig to Chno Deang, plus south to Loch Leven & the Blackwater Reservoir. The enlargement highlights the bad visibility descent route including instructions. The main map at 25K also highlights recommended mountain bike trails.PLEASE NOTE: this title is also available as a pocket-size Ultramap with its scale reduced to 1:40, 000
- to see the list of titles available in this series please click on the series link. Maps in Harvey’s Superwalker series have contours at 15m intervals, with additional graphics for various types of terrain (crags, large boulders, scattered rocks) & colouring for different kinds of land use or vegetation (pastures, bogs, forests or woodl&, etc). The maps show local hiking paths, indicating where appropriate long-distance routes, & boundaries of national parks or other protected areas. Scottish titles also indicate Munro, Corbett & Graham hills. Some maps in addition highlight local cycle routes. A range of symbols mark various facilities for walkers including youth or independent hostels, campsites & caravan sites, information points, etc. Each map has a 1-km British or Irish national grid.
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