Ordnance Survey 1:50 000 Scale Raster Data - 20km x 20km Geo-referenced Tiles supplied in GeoTiff Format with a worldfile

OS 50k Raster Tile - Overview

OS 1:50,000 Scale Colour Raster gives you access to the most detailed, current and comprehensive dataset of Great Britain in a GeoTiff format:

Designed for use with GIS systems
Georeferencing file also supplied (world files)
Flat Image for GIS backdrop mapping
OS 50k Landranger Maps are from this Data
Unlimited outputting (eg PDFs) from GIS of any scale within the selected licence term and for IBU (Internal Business Use)

Alternative Products:

As 1:50,000 Scale Colour Raster is aimed at professional/business markets, its graphic specification can provide assistance with: :

Environmental applications
Leisure applications
Construction
Engineering
Planning and licence applications for rural locations
Farm | estate | property management
Covering large Real estate

OS 50k Raster Sample

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QGIS Supporter:

Product:	Ordnance Survey - OS 50k GeoTiff Raster
Base Mapping	OS 50K Raster GeoTiff
Scale	1:50,000
Tile Size	20km x 20km
Coverage	Full Great Britain coverage (sorry this excludes Northern Ireland - try OSNI)
Format	GeoTiff - Georeferenced - Colour - with World File
Software Required	Geographic Information System (GIS) or a Graphics package (eg Photoshop)
Product Price	Pricing starts from: £26.52 + vat per tile (based on one terminal use) - each tile is 20km x 20km. The total price is based on the following factors: The number of tiles that you select \| How many terminals you plan to use the data on \| How many years you want to licence the data for Discounts are automatically built into the pricing to help smaller businesses/single users
Delivery Method	Email - Download/Transfer Link
Turnaround Time	Email: Target time of 30 mins (7 days a week 7am to 11pm) - Larger files may take longer to generate
Currency	Current - Latest available direct from Ordnance Survey
Samples	Click here to download sample \| Tiff + World File
Key Features	Flattened image \| Georeferenced \| No bounding info (eg grid) \| supplied with a world file (.tfw)
Uses	Designed for use with GIS software. This format is used by GIS Professionals and works with all GIS Systems.
Number of Printouts	Unlimited outputs from GIS within the selected licence term and the licence number supplied should be stamped on outputs
Full OS Tiles	Smaller 50k Raster Data sections are available rather than the full tiles navigate by clicking here
Licence Term	Please go to the Licence tab below

Item	Permitted	Alternative Product / Notes
Digital submission to any online planning portal		Create as many outputs as required
Add basic content to this Product -i.e. outline a property in red for purposes of planning permission.		Within a GIS setup
GIS Use		Georeferencing file also supplied (world file)
Ready for CAD		Closest scale: 10k Vector Data for CAD \| link
Printing Extra Copies		Unlimited outputs/scales from your software within the licence term
Permit your Contractors to use the purchased Licensed Data		Contractor Form Below - Best Practice: Make sure you select the relevant number of users/terminals if using a contractor before purchase

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are OS 1:50,000 Raster Tiles (20 km × 20 km), and why use them?

The OS 1:50,000 Raster Tiles are high-resolution GeoTIFF images derived from OS Landranger maps, each covering a 20 km × 20 km area. They provide fully georeferenced backdrop mapping ideal for immediate integration into GIS workflows, environmental mapping, and general geographic visualisation.

What file formats and outputs are available for OS 1:50,000 Raster Tiles?

OS 1:50,000 raster tiles are delivered as flattened, full-colour GeoTIFF images, accompanied by worldfiles to ensure precise georeferencing. Within the licence period, you have the flexibility to produce unlimited print or digital outputs (e.g., PDF maps, planning documents).

How current is the OS 1:50,000 Raster Tile data, and how often is it updated?

The OS 1:50,000 raster tiles use data sourced directly from Ordnance Survey and are updated quarterly alongside the OS Landranger mapping series. This regular update ensures your raster tiles remain current, accurate, and detailed.

What does the OS licence for 1:50,000 Raster Tiles cover, and how many terminals can use it?

Each tile comes fully licensed by UK Map Centre, with licence pricing dependent on the number of terminals/users and your licence duration. The provided licence covers Internal Business Use (IBU), allowing unlimited internal printing and export throughout your licence period. If you require additional or extended uses—such as external publication, commercial distribution, or web services—additional bolt-on licences are available directly through Ordnance Survey’s additional licensing options.

How quickly will I receive my OS 1:50,000 Raster Tiles?

Tiles are delivered digitally via an email download link, typically within 30 minutes, available every day from 7 am to 11 pm. Larger orders or multiple tiles may require slightly more processing time, but we maintain a consistently fast turnaround.

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