🇬🇧 Story Map of England – Pictorial Wall Map (1936)
A Vivid Tapestry of English History, Heroism, and Heritage
Published: 1936 | Dimensions: 717 mm (W) x 1000 mm (H)
Step into the story of a nation with this captivating 1936 pictorial map of England, a richly illustrated celebration of the events, battles, and brilliant personalities that shaped a kingdom. With bold colour and charming detail, this map brings England’s past to life in a single panoramic view—a treasure trove of kings and queens, castles and cathedrals, victories and visionaries.
Whether you're a lover of history, a proud Anglophile, or an interior decorator seeking a conversation-starting centrepiece, this timeless map is both a work of art and a storybook in print.
🗺️ What the Map Shows
This beautifully drawn pictorial map is a visual timeline of England's past, capturing:
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🏰 Major historical events across the English landscape, from ancient Roman settlements to Tudor triumphs and beyond
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👑 Famous figures in British history, including monarchs, explorers, poets, and reformers
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🗡️ Key battles and turning points, annotated across the terrain with charming hand-drawn icons
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🏞️ Cities and regions labelled in vintage lettering, each infused with a sense of time and place
From Alfred the Great to Shakespeare, from the White Cliffs of Dover to Hadrian’s Wall, every inch of this artwork tells a story. It’s history, geography, and national pride—woven together in ink.
🖨️ Format Options – Crafted for Every Setting
We offer this historic map in a range of premium formats to suit homes, schools, libraries, and collectors’ walls alike:
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📄 Paper (160 gsm)
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Printed on heavyweight matte-coated stock. Ideal for framing under glass. |
🧽 Laminated (Encapsulated)
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Fully sealed with two layers of 80-micron gloss laminate. Water-resistant and dry-erasable—great for educational use. |
🪵 Laminated with Wooden Hang Rails
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Ready-to-hang with natural timber rails top and bottom. Adds vintage charm and practicality. |
🖼️ Canvas (395 gsm HP Matte)
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Printed on thick professional-grade canvas using long-life pigment-based inks. Rich, durable, and beautifully textured. |
🪵 Canvas with Wooden Hang Rails
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The most elegant option—gallery-ready with classic timber hang rails and hanging cord. Perfect for period-inspired interiors or gifting. |
⏳ Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery of hang-railed versions, which are handcrafted by our expert framers.
🎁 Ideal For:
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🧭 History buffs and Anglophiles
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🏰 Heritage and genealogy enthusiasts
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🎓 Teachers and librarians
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🖼️ Interior decorators and vintage collectors
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🎁 Gift-givers looking for something meaningful and enduring
✨ Why You’ll Love It
This map is more than a visual guide—it’s an imaginative journey through time. With every glance, you’ll uncover a new detail: a royal banner, a poet’s likeness, or the site of a legendary clash. It invites you to linger, learn, and appreciate the rich tapestry of England's cultural and political legacy.
It makes a stunning focal point in studies, living rooms, hallways, classrooms, and offices—and adds character wherever it hangs.
📦 Specifications
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Size: 717 mm (W) x 1000 mm (H)
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Published: 1936
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Material Options: Paper, Laminated, Laminated with Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas with Hang Rails
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Printed in: Australia using archival-quality pigment inks
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Map Code: ENG-STORYMAP-1936
🏛️ Bring England’s Epic Past into Your Present
From the glory of chivalry to the sparks of revolution, the Story Map of England immortalises the people and moments that forged a nation. Whether displayed as a piece of history or as an artistic centrepiece, it connects us to our past with grace and beauty.
Relive the legends. Honour the heritage. Hang the story.