What are the different types of historical maps available for Scotland?

There are a diverse and wide variety of historical maps available for Scotland. On Pastmaps.com, you'll find 81 topographic maps and aerials.

What is the oldest map of Scotland?

According to Pastmaps.com, the oldest map of Scotland is from 1846.

Where can I purchase historical maps of Scotland for my home or office?

You can purchase museum-quality prints of any of the 81 historical maps of Scotland on Pastmaps.com.

Where can I download high-res historical maps of Scotland?

You can download high-res versions of any of the 81 historical maps of Scotland on Pastmaps.com. Use them however you'd like, no subscription required.

Are there historical topographic maps available for Scotland?

According to Pastmaps.com, there are 81 historical topographic maps available for Scotland.

Is there historical aerial imagery available for Scotland?

According to Pastmaps.com, high-res modern satellite and LiDAR imagery are available for this area, but historical aerial imagery is not yet available.

Where are historical maps of Scotland sourced from?

According to Pastmaps.com, historical maps of Scotland are sourced from a variety of trusted public and private collections, including national libraries and archives such as the U.S. Geological Survey, the Library of Congress, and the National Library of Scotland.

1840s Maps of Scotland

Explore 81 historic maps of Scotland from the 1840s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1840s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Scotland's landscape evolved across the 1840s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1840s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Scotland's history through authentic maps from the 1840s. This is your window into the past.

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1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 8, 1847 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 8
1847 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Cumloden, Dumfries And Galloway, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 13, 1847 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 13
1847 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Lamachan View, Minnigaff, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 7, 1848 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 7
1848 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Polbae, Tannielaggie, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 3, 1848 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 3
1848 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Glentrool Village, Holm, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 14, 1848 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 14
1848 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Muirfad, Palnure, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 11, 1848 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 11
1848 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including New Luce, Kilmacfadzean, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 2, 1848 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 2
1848 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Barjarg, Ochiltree, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 10, 1849 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 10
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Cairnryan, Lochryan House, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 23, 1849 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 23
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Stairhaven, Kilfillan Holdings, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 1, 1849 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 1
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Chirmorie, Dumfries And Galloway, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 6, 1849 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 6
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Dumfries And Galloway, South Ayrshire, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 17, 1850 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 17
1850 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Pinwherrie Farm, Whitecrook Cottages, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 12, 1850 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 12
1850 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Dumfries And Galloway, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 20, 1850 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 20
1850 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Spittal, Wigtown, and other nearby areas
1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 19, 1850 Print
1846 Wigtownshire, Sheet 19
1850 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Kirvennie, Kirkcowan, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 4, 1849 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 4
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Dumfries And Galloway, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 21, 1849 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 21
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Portpatrick, Dumfries And Galloway, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 16, 1849 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 16
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Stranraer, Castle Kennedy, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 9, 1849 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 9
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Dinduff, Kirkcolm, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 15, 1849 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 15
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Knockiemoak, Knockquhassen, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 5, 1849 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 5
1849 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Dumfries And Galloway, South Ayrshire, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 24, 1850 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 24
1850 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Auchenmalg Farm, Auchenmalg, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 26, 1850 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 26
1850 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including North Balfern, Innerwell, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 22, 1850 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 22
1850 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Sandhead, Stoneykirk, and other nearby areas
1847 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 27, 1850 Print
1847 Wigtownshire, Sheet 27
1850 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Ardwell, Dumfries And Galloway, and other nearby areas

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Frequently asked questions

What are the different types of historical maps available for Scotland?
There are a diverse and wide variety of historical maps available for Scotland. On Pastmaps.com, you'll find 81 topographic maps and aerials.
What is the oldest map of Scotland?
According to Pastmaps.com, the oldest map of Scotland is this 1846 Map of Wigtownshire, Sheet 8.
Where can I purchase historical maps of Scotland for my home or office?
You can purchase museum-quality prints of any of the 81 historical maps of Scotland on Pastmaps.com.
Where can I download high-res historical maps of Scotland?
You can download high-res versions of any of the 81 historical maps of Scotland on Pastmaps.com. Use them however you'd like, no subscription required.
Are there historical topographic maps available for Scotland?
According to Pastmaps.com, there are 81 historical topographic maps available for Scotland.
Is there historical aerial imagery available for Scotland?
According to Pastmaps.com, high-res modern satellite and LiDAR imagery are available for this area, but historical aerial imagery is not yet available.
Where are historical maps of Scotland sourced from?
According to Pastmaps.com, historical maps of Scotland are sourced from a variety of trusted public and private collections, including national libraries and archives such as the U.S. Geological Survey, the Library of Congress, and the National Library of Scotland.

1840s Maps of Scotland

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