Geotype Submission

The Geotype project charts the rich history of lettering and type forms that have established the identity of cities and towns around the world. Explore the map

How does this letter-form communicate its location?

In the early 1900’s people travelled through the picturesque Hogsty End landscape on journeys from London, to Oxford and Cambridge. These travellers wanted services therefore hotels, inns, refreshment rooms, and souvenir shops became establishments. Many of these small businesses still remain, although the village has altered its name to be linked with its neighbour, Woburn for association with history. Due to this location being a popular tourist resort and association with wealth and tourism, the gold lettering on this sign captures that. Additionally the dusty serif letter plates display the popularity today from the pollution of cars passing through.

Location

6 High Street, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes MK17 8SD, UK