Library - Factsheet no. Maps can be used to show patterns of land use, demographic change, political boundaries and changes, and much else, and are potentially a very valuable resource for teaching and research in many areas of study, including history, politics, sociology, economics and biology as well as geography and geology. A reference collection of atlases, street maps, Ordnance Survey and British Geological Survey maps outside the Map Librarian's Office is available for use during normal Library hours. Keele University Map Library, situated on the top floor, South Wing, of the Information Services building, houses the main University collection of maps, atlases and street plans. Its resources may be used by all members of the University.
External users are welcome, but prior notice of an intended visit is appreciated.
About the collection The local areas of North Staffordshire and South Cheshire are well covered by current large-scale Ordnance Survey mapping, with older editions providing a useful resource for local history studies. Outside the British Isles, areas which are well represented include Western Europe, North America and Southern Africa. Atlases range from facsimiles of original 17th and 18th century editions to modern major general atlases and road atlases. The aim of the collection is to support teaching and research within the University. Requests for new maps from staff and students are welcome.