Ordnance Survey Names REST API v1
The Ordnance Survey Names API offers a reliable lookup platform of Great Britain's places. This allows for the discovery, navigation, and routing of specific locations. Responses are XML or JSON formatted. Ordnance Survey is a service that allows developers to integrate Ordnance Survey's maps covering England, Scotland, and Wales with location-based applications.

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customerservices@osleisure.uk
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