Planning
Aerial mapping can be an extremely useful way to analyse a location from the past to present day, tracking its development over time. Additionally it can be used in planning proposals and presentations, perhaps public presentations, to give people a clear indication of how a development may impact the locality.
Mapping a site
The map accurate photographs available via this site can enable you to measure distances, calculate areas and create realistic mapping.
Contaminated land
Local records and traditional mapping may not always accurately detail if an area was contaminated having previously had an industrial past. Historical aerial photography may enable this kind of analysis.
Local history
Study of local history can be given added clarity with the use of aerial mapping. For example the war time and post war Luftwaffe and RAF sourced aerial photos available via this site provide a fascinating understanding of much of the country at an important time in our history.
Genealogy
A great addition to any record of family history are photographs and maps of where ancestors or relatives actually live and worked. UKAerialPhotos.com provide access to large collections of historical aerial photography searchable by postcode, town / village or map grid reference.
Gifts
Many people find aerial photography fascinating to look at as it allows a familiar location to viewed from a completely new angle. Additionally it makes for a unusual and personal gift idea. Remember it at birthday's, for anniversaries and for Christmas!
