An Old Map of Sheffield City Centre
Studying this old map of Sheffield city centre feels rather like leaning over a balcony into the past, elbows on the rail, watching the … More An Old Map of Sheffield City Centre »
Month: January 2026
The Menai Suspension Bridge: A Vision Once Doubted, Now Nearing 200 Year Anniversary
In January 2026, one of Britain’s most remarkable engineering achievements will quietly reach a milestone few structures ever attain: the Menai Suspension Bridge will … More The Menai Suspension Bridge: A Vision Once Doubted, Now Nearing 200 Year Anniversary »
John Speed: His Life and Historic Maps
Discover John Speed’s life and maps, from his pioneering town plans and the rejected Cheshire proof to the clues that distinguish later atlas editions.