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Digimap is an online map and data delivery service, available by subscription to UK Higher and Further Education establishments. Operated by EDINA at the University of Edinburgh, Digimap offers a number of data collections, including Ordnance Survey, historical, geological, aerial photography, LiDAR, marine maps, land cover mapping, global mapping and census data. For more information about Digimap go to our website: https://digimap.edina.ac.uk Background image Contains OS data (c) Crown Copyright and database right 2022
Join us for an engaging session on Marine and Coastal Mapping, led by Bella Ormerod, Marine Data Technician/Engineer from OceanWise. Bella will introduce key datasets and tools used in marine environments and explain their applications in real-world coastal mapping projects.
Date: 4 November 2025
Time: 1:00 PM
You can register Here
Join us for “A Walk Through Digimap Services”, a free, live webinar introducing you to Digimap’s powerful tools and features. This session will cover from an overview of map collections and navigating the platform to how to select and download your data. A live Q&A will follow to answer all your questions.
🗺️ Discover the wide range of map collections available.
🚀 Navigate the platform with confidence.
đź“‚ Learn how to select, download, and make the most of your data.
🎤 Live Q&A: Have questions? We’ve got answers!
Don’t miss this chance to dive into Digimap’s powerful tools and features. Reserve your spot now and take your projects to the next level!
Date: May 27, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM London Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Transform Your GIS Projects with 3D Visualizations Using ArcGIS Pro and Digimap Data
Ready to bring your GIS projects to life in 3D? In this in-depth tutorial, Ian Holmes, Geo-Data User Support Officer at EDINA, shows you how to harness the power of ArcGIS Pro alongside rich, detailed datasets from Digimap to create stunning 3D scenes.
In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to:
Incorporate aerial imagery into your 3D scene.
Use geological data and OS Terrain 5 to create detailed visualizations.
Visualize building heights and other key attributes with OS Mastermap and UK Buildings data.
Add National Tree Map data for an extra layer of detail.
Export your 3D scene as an animated movie.
Whether you’re a beginner looking to explore the power of ArcGIS Pro, a student eager to improve your 3D mapping skills, or a professional creating realistic visualizations, this tutorial has something for you!
To watch the tutorial now on YouTube, click below:
Discover how ArcGIS Pro and Digimap can transform your projects into stunning 3D experiences! Don’t forget to like, comment, and share the video to inspire others.
We are excited to announce the upcoming Aerial Collection webinar, featuring Getmapping: Digimap Datasets, presented by David Philpot, Content Programs Project Manager at Getmapping Ltd. This session will cover valuable datasets available through Digimap, including colour infrared (CIR) imagery, used for vegetation analysis and environmental studies, as well as 5cm data, a high-resolution dataset ideal for mapping and surveying projects. Jake will provide insights on how to access and integrate these datasets into your projects, making this a must-attend event for GIS professionals, researchers, and anyone interested in aerial data. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert—register now!
Date: 7 November 2024
Time: 1:00 PM
You can register Here
Webinar: A Walk Through Digimap Services
Join us for “A Walk Through Digimap Services”— a free, live webinar introducing you to Digimap’s powerful tools and features. This session will cover from an overview of map collections and navigating the platform to how to select and download your data. A live Q&A will follow to answer all your questions.
Join us for an insightful webinar on Accessing OS Data using the NGD, presented by Eddie Bulpitt, a GI Developer/Consultant at Ordnance Survey. In this session, Eddie will demonstrate how to efficiently access and work with OS data through the NGD, offering practical tips and valuable insights, particularly for users of Digimap. Whether you’re involved in geographic information systems (GIS), data analysis, or simply interested in exploring the full potential of the NGD, this webinar is a must-attend for anyone looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in working with OS data.
Digimap is happy to announce the Environment Collection’s webinar ‘Environment Collection – The Land Cover Map Family: Land Cover, Crops and Hedgerows’. Presented by Dr. Clare Rowland Earth Observation Scientist and Emily Upcott Spatial Ecologist at UKCEH.
Date: 25 February 2025
Time: 1:00 PM
You can register Here
Join us for an exciting journey through time and space as Giles Martin, Head of Data Sales at Landmark and Michael Sebhat, Head of GIS, unveils the captivating world of historic maps and the powerful geospatial insights they hold, including the comprehensive offerings from Digimap, in our upcoming webinar.
Join us for an insightful webinar on the Geology Collection: BGS Data Products in Digimap, presented by Helen Burke, 3D geological modeller and surveyor and Henry Holbrook, Data Sharing Manager at BGS.