Landranger These general purpose maps show public rights of way in England and Wales marked in red, an outline of the main long distance paths, and also contain much general tourist information. These cover a small number of popular leisure and recreational areas of the country. Explorer This is a new series that will gradually replace the Pathfinder series. It encompasses those areas not covered by the Outdoor Leisure range. Pathfinder Gradually being replaced by Outdoor Leisure and Explorer series.
OS maps are widely obtainable in UK bookshops, and in specialist bookshops overseas.
A free index is available. Some areas of the country are covered by maps from other publishers, e.g. Harvey's. Further info Bookshops and libraries generally carry large stocks of books on walking, both general introductory texts and more specialised guides. Local bookshops and tourist offices are usually the best places to obtain information on a particular area. For general reference the Ramblers' Association's Rambler's Yearbook is especially recommended.