Xmas Gift Idea Personalised Old Map Of Durham Collection [dQc4Cla3]

Embark on a captivating journey through time with our personalised old map of Durham, a delightful blend of history and personalisation. Perfect for history buffs, nostalgic residents, or as a thoughtful gift, this map offers an intimate glimpse into Durham’s evolving landscape. Envision the rich tapestry of history and personal stories intertwining, whether you are commemorating a special occasion or simply delighting in the charm of historic cartography.

This map encapsulates the areas surrounding notable locations such as the grand Durham Cathedral and the serene Palace Green. Marvel at the historic Market Place and the scenic River Wear, wrapping around the peninsula, or trace the roots of the ancient Durham Castle. Each map captures the rich heritage and allure of Durham, allowing you to immerse in its historical grandeur.

Our customisable Durham map allows you to position the focal point on your home or a cherished location within the city. Highlight meaningful places with icons or symbols, and personalise your map with a dedication message. Change the title and subtitle to reflect personal memories or humour, crafting a map that is uniquely yours. Each map is tailor-made, embracing your creativity and transforming Durham’s historical landscape into a personal narrative.

Your personalised map could focus on these suburbs & neighbourhoods in Durham

• Neville's Cross
• Gilesgate
• Framwellgate Moor
• Elvet
• Crossgate
• Carrville
• Sherburn Road
• Bowburn
• Belmont
• Pity Me

Exquisitely printed using the giclée technique, our maps are produced on archival-grade paper or artist's cotton canvas for durability and visual clarity. Choose from a range of framing options, including sleek acrylite glazing with FSC-certified wood frames, or opt for a "float framed" stretched canvas for an elegant display. These maps are not only informative but also serve as a striking decorative piece.

Your bespoke map of Durham is derived from original Ordnance Survey maps, spanning from the 1870s to the 1960s. These maps are celebrated for their artistic charm and meticulous detail, originally created for providing accurate geographical information across the United Kingdom. Utilising the 6-inch and 1:10,000 OS map series, these maps offer a window into the past, showcasing Durham’s development through the Victorian era and beyond.

Please note you are purchasing a fully customised old map. Modern landmarks, such as your house, may not have been built yet! You can contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.

Generally, larger maps look much better than smaller maps, because you can enjoy all of the smaller details. If you need a smaller map, I would suggest ‘zooming in’ so that the map covers a smaller area.

Because these maps are custom made to order, we can make you a map that looks great at at any size, from very small (8x10in/20x25cm) all the way to a few metres. If you are looking for a very large map, please get in touch.

The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this map.

Every map can be personalised or customised, for example if you want to mark your house or street on the map. The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.

This personalised map would make a wonderful housewarming, birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, Mother’s Day, wedding anniversary or work leaving gift for someone from Durham, or someone who works there.

This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or on artist’s cotton canvas. Several frame choices are available for free, or custom framing is available for an additional fee. Please get in touch if you’re looking to order a very large map for a hotel or office, or if you’re looking for a size that isn’t available on my shop.