Old Maps of The Fens, England for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 5 historic maps of The Fens. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of The Fens.


The Fens, England maps

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  1. 1855 Map of Durham XLV, 1861 Print
    1855 Map of Durham XLV, 1861 Print
    1855 Durham XLV
    1861 Print · Ordnance Survey
    Covers The Fens, including Billingham, Wolviston, and other nearby areas
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1896 Map of Durham XLV.NW, 1898 Print
    1896 Map of Durham XLV.NW, 1898 Print
    1896 Durham XLV.NW
    1898 Print · Ordnance Survey
    Covers The Fens, including Greatham, Brierton, and other nearby areas

  3. 1914 Map of Durham XLV.NW, 1923 Print
    1914 Map of Durham XLV.NW, 1923 Print
    1914 Durham XLV.NW
    1923 Print · Ordnance Survey
    Covers The Fens, including Greatham, Brierton, and other nearby areas

  4. 1938 Map of Durham XLV.NW, 1947 Print
    1938 Map of Durham XLV.NW, 1947 Print
    1938 Durham XLV.NW
    1947 Print · Ordnance Survey
    Covers The Fens, including Greatham, Brierton, and other nearby areas

  5. 1939 Map of Durham XLV.NW, 1951 Print
    1939 Map of Durham XLV.NW, 1951 Print
    1939 Durham XLV.NW
    1951 Print · Ordnance Survey
    Covers The Fens, including Greatham, Brierton, and other nearby areas

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