Maps and reference editions

Shop the Real Counties collection

Historic-county maps, facsimiles and practical products for use, display and reference across Britain and Ireland.

Every order supports research, mapping, public education and the wider work to keep the historic counties recognised, understood and accurately described.

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All prices include delivery within the United Kingdom.

The current collection

Maps made for the counties themselves

These editions put historic-county geography into homes, classrooms, offices, libraries and local venues.

2025 edition

United Kingdom Historic Counties Map

The main Real Counties map, showing the historic counties of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland as a clear reference for wall display, teaching and everyday use.

Choose the canvas size that suits the place where the map will be used.

Preview of the 2025 United Kingdom historic counties map
50 x 70 cmPremium canvas

The fullest presentation of the main Real Counties map, with enough scale for comfortable reading and serious display.

40 x 50 cmPremium canvas

A compact edition with the same historic-county geography for studies, hallways and classrooms.

20 x 30 cmPremium canvas

The smallest format for shelves, desks and compact displays while keeping the full county geography visible.

1812 premium edition

Wilkinson’s British Isles Facsimile

A reproduction of Robert Wilkinson’s 1812 map of the British Isles, with the texture, detail and historic-county character of the original.

This is the collection’s historical counterpart to the contemporary Real Counties map.

Preview of Wilkinson's 1812 map of the British Isles
50 x 70 cmPremium canvas

The most substantial facsimile edition, suited to historic county mapping with real presence on the wall.

40 x 50 cmPremium canvas

A more compact facsimile retaining the historic county detail and character of the original.

Other formats

Everyday reference and forthcoming pieces

Preview of the magnetic map edition

Magnetic map edition

Definitive Historic Counties Map of Great Britain

A4 Premium Finish for desks, noticeboards and compact display spaces.

Purchase options
Preview of the signature canvas tote

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Signature Canvas Tote

A sturdy cotton tote built around historic-county mapping, made for daily use while keeping county geography visible.

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Preview of the acrylic coaster set

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Acrylic Coaster Set

A set of coasters drawing on historic-county mapping for everyday use, display and conversation.

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Why this collection matters

A purchase extends the public work

These maps and products are made to be used, displayed and kept. They put historic-county geography into homes, classrooms, offices, libraries and local venues.

Purchases support the wider RealCounties work: improving the map, publishing evidence, producing resources and strengthening public recognition of the historic counties.

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