The handy A5 format of this atlas makes it a useful travelling companion. It has clear, route planning maps and fits neatly into the glovebox, pocket or bag. The whole of Ireland is included at 15.8 miles to 1 inch (1:1, 000, 000) and there are urban area maps of London, Birmingham, Merseyside and Manchester at 4.5 miles to 1 inch (1:285, 000).