Environmental maps, plans, and aerial photos

We hold a wide range of current and historical maps in formats including paper, microfiche, and digital.

Last updated: 10th November

Maps, plans and aerial photos

Maps and Plans

We hold many current and historical maps in all types of format from paper to microfiche to digital. Much of this mapping data is subject to copyright restrictions either from the data's originator or from us.

More information, including how to purchase maps, can be obtained from the National Map Agency, Ordnance Survey.

Aerial Photography

We also hold several sets of aerial photography covering the years period 1960 to 2000. Copyright restrictions apply.

These images, along with some earlier images, are available from the Staffordshire Record Office.

Interactive maps

Our online interactive map service provides access to a wide range of information. To contact us regarding the interactive maps, please use our Feedback form.

Please note: due to potential copyright infringements we cannot provide an option to print the maps.

Countryside Access and Rights of Way

The Countryside Access and Rights of Way map displays the following:

  • Public Rights of Way
  • Walking and Riding Routes
  • Staffordshire County Council Country Parks
  • Access Land

View Countryside Access and Rights of Way map.

Landscape, Nature and Wildlife

The Landscape, Nature and Wildlife map displays the following:

  • Wildlife Reserves
  • Cannock Chase AONB
  • National Forest
  • Peak District National Park
  • Landscape Character

View Landscape, Nature and Wildlife map.

Heritage

The Heritage Assets map displays the following:

  • 1963 Aerial Photo Index
  • 1971 Aerial Photo Index
  • Listed Buildings
  • Scheduled Monuments
  • Historic Conservation Areas
  • Registered Battlefields
  • Registered Parks and Gardens
  • Milemarkers
  • Turnpike Routes
  • Historic Landscape Character
  • Medieval Historic Landscape
  • Nineteenth Century Landscape 

View Heritage Assets map.