What is DorsetExplorer and what can I do with it?

DorsetExplorer is an easy to use web mapping application for members of the public and council staff.

DorsetExplorer gives you access to a wealth of geographic information in and around Dorset. You can find nearly anything in one of our many versions covering:

• rights of way
• school catchments
• historic OS Basemaps from the late 1800s
• high resolution aerial photography from throughout the years
• digital terrain models
• and much more

As well as seeing information laid out on a map, you can also:

• Add your own drawings to the map using our powerful annotations feature
• Create PDF maps for printing or sharing
• Find addresses, coordinates, settlements and more
• Measure features on the map
• Use our Geolocation feature to track and log your real time position

Note

Some features described in this guide may not be available in the version of DorsetExplorer you are using.