Compass Skills
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A Beginner’s Guide to Using a Compass
How to read a compass, explained by OS Maps. Learn the basics of taking and following bearings with a map. Work through our beginner’s guide.
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Which compass is best for me?
In some sense, all compasses do the same job but not everyone uses them for the same purpose. There are many different models with variations in features, accuracy and functionality. We take a look at some of the best on the market to help you decide which compass is right for you.
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What Kind of Compass do I Need
Improve your map reading skills with this beginner's guide to the compass. We take a look at the different types of compass, such as a baseplate compass, and explain how to orientate a map with one.