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The British Isles by Train and Ferry by Cosmographics

The British Isles by Train and Ferry by Cosmographics

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🚆🛳️ The British Isles by Train and Ferry – Map by Cosmographics

Explore Britain and Ireland Through Scenic Railways and Coastal Crossings
Page Size: 745 mm (W) x 1100 mm (H)
Scale: 1:1,250,000
Published: 2023


🌍 A Beautifully Illustrated Guide to Sustainable Travel

This detailed and vibrant map from Cosmographics invites you to plan and dream your way across the British Isles—by train and ferry. Whether you’re a railway enthusiast, eco-conscious traveller, or just love scenic journeys, this map reveals how rail and water routes can take you to some of the most beautiful and remote corners of England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland.


🗺️ What You'll Discover

Designed with clarity and accessibility in mind (including for those with colour vision deficiency), this map includes:

  • 🚉 Comprehensive rail network coverage across the British Isles, including:

    • National Rail lines

    • Seasonal and heritage railways (like the Ffestiniog or North Yorkshire Moors Railway)

    • Passenger ferry terminals and routes connecting islands and remote peninsulas

  • 🌳 Natural wonders clearly marked, including:

    • National Parks

    • Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs)

    • Forests and major woodland areas

    • England & Wales Heritage Coast designations

  • 🗺️ Inset Map of the London National Park City – the world’s first urban National Park City, showing how green space and sustainable transit coexist in one of the world’s busiest capitals.


🌿 Travel the Isles Sustainably

This map is a celebration of slow travel and scenic routes, helping you appreciate how much of the UK and Ireland can be enjoyed without a car. It’s an inspiring planning tool for:

  • Rail adventures across moorland and mountain

  • Island-hopping holidays by ferry

  • National park getaways with easy access from train stations

  • Exploring the UK’s green corridors and historic transport networks


🖨️ Format Options

This stunning poster map is available in a variety of premium finishes:

Format Description
📄 Paper (160 gsm) Ideal for framing under glass or planning trips at your desk. Printed on thick, coated, high-quality stock.
🧽 Laminated (Encapsulated) Gloss laminated on both sides for durability and use with whiteboard markers. Resistant to stains, creases, and tears.
🪵 Laminated with Wooden Hang Rails A ready-to-hang version with timber rails top and bottom and a hanging cord. Perfect for a home office, classroom, or travel hub.
🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm Matte) Printed on professional-grade matte canvas using fade-resistant pigment inks. Soft texture with gallery-quality colour and detail.
🪵 Canvas with Wooden Hang Rails The ultimate presentation format. Comes pre-mounted with natural timber hang rails and hanging cord. A striking centrepiece for any wall.

Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery of rail-mounted formats, as these are hand-finished by our professional framer.


🎁 A Perfect Gift For:

  • Rail and ferry travel enthusiasts

  • Eco-travellers and sustainable tourism advocates

  • Geography buffs and cartophiles

  • Teachers and classrooms exploring the geography of the UK & Ireland

  • Decorators seeking a unique, functional map for planning and display


✨ Connect the Isles, Sustainably

More than just a map, this is an invitation to discover the British Isles through their most charming, low-impact forms of travel. From coastal hamlets and mountain passes to buzzing cultural hubs, this map shows how far the railways and ferries can take you—and how much there is to explore once you arrive.

Plot your next journey. Inspire others. Celebrate the ride.




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