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British Geological Survey (BGS), 1981-2005

 Collection
Identifier: GB 551 NCAP/17-2

Abstract

Vertical aerial photographic film and contact prints covering locations throughout the UK.

Dates

  • Creation: 1981-2005

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Closed. Imagery can only be accessed with knowledge of exact film and box references. No searches for imagery of specific geographical areas are currently possible.

Conditions Governing Use

Standard license terms and conditions apply.

Biographical/Historical note

The British Geological Survey (BGS) is the UK’s geosciences strategic mapping and research organisation.

Extent

From the Fonds: 260,400 images : Aerial photography on a mix of film, prints and digital files.

Language of Materials

English

Custodial History

BGS contracts and buys vertical aerial survey photography to support its geological survey programmes around the world. This material was held in its centres in Keyworth and Edinburgh until 2015 when it was transferred to the care of NCAP.

Resource Rights Holder

British Geological Survey.

Repository Details

Part of the National Collection of Aerial Photography Repository

Contact:
Unit 3, Seven Hills Business Park
41 Bankhead Crossway South
Edinburgh EH11 4EP UK
0131 651 6821