The Ordnance Survey has designed a way for the public to discover green spaces across Britain, which can be used for leisure and recreational activities, by using their map system.

For the launch, several bespoke signs were created and made from display-grade polystyrene. They were also coated in a fire retardant, as the signs would be handled by many children during school visits. The signage needed to be up to the job of travelling around England, Scotland, and Wales.

The designs included a giant map pin, and arrow-shaped signs. These signs were 30cm tall and almost two metres in length. The giant map pin was seven feet tall, and contained miniature arrows in the middle, held rigid by a pole. These arrows could be seen through the faux-glass. White vinyl logos and letters were applied to the front of the signage.

Self-adhesive vinyl was also used on the smaller signage, matching the more complex map pin. All signs were finished with matt emulsion paint.

The customer was pleased with the outcome, as they said that the signs “looked amazing”. The signs are now travelling to schools and local councils, helping to raise awareness of Greenspace.

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