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Soil resistivity data

Jam
Hi all


A couple of times recently (example) there’s been mention of the BGS soil electrical resistivity model. I looked it up (here) and indeed it does look like a helpful resource as a first-pass check prior to - and a sense check for - a proper survey. But the pricing model direct from BGS isn’t sensible for a single site due to handling fees and they’re not replying to emails anyway... has anyone got experience of actually using the data or an alternative and where was it obtained from? 

Sparkingchip‍ mentioned that he’d seen a wall poster available which would be ideal. But I can’t see where he’d get it from?
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    maybe this image is what became a poster I'd still treat it with a large grain of salt - they have not measured anywhere near me at a 50m grid. Resitances are not measured, but are based on knowledge of local rock types. I'd also be wary of data in an unreadable format -  it is a long way from being a google maps overlay ?
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    bsg map

    maybe this image is what became a poster I'd still treat it with a large grain of salt - they have not measured anywhere near me at a 50m grid. Resitances are not measured, but are based on knowledge of local rock types. I'd also be wary of data in an unreadable format -  it is a long way from being a google maps overlay ?
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