Editor's Review
Discover Cornwall like never before with iWalk Cornwall, your ultimate digital walking companion! 🚶♂️ This app is meticulously crafted to guide you through the stunning landscapes of Cornwall, offering circular walks packed with detailed directions and fascinating local insights. Developed over a decade with extensive fieldwork and research, iWalk Cornwall brings the best of Cornish exploration right to your fingertips. 🏞️
With over 300 walks available, spanning every corner of Cornwall, you're sure to find the perfect route to match your preferences. Whether you're seeking a gentle coastal stroll 🌊, a challenging hike ⛰️, or a delightful pub walk 🍻, iWalk Cornwall has you covered. Each walk is carefully classified by steepness, length, and theme, making it easy to plan your adventure. Plus, new walks are continually being added, ensuring there's always something new to explore! 🆕
What sets iWalk Cornwall apart is its commitment to quality and accuracy. Both the app and the walks are designed and developed in Cornwall, with a strong local following. Routes are continuously checked and updated, thanks to feedback from the local community, ensuring you always have the most current information. ℹ️ The app's dedication has been recognized with accolades such as being Highly Commended in the Cornwall Tourism Awards and a finalist in the Cornwall Sustainability Awards. 🏆
The app is free to download, and individual walks can be purchased for £2.99, which includes ongoing free updates. Each walk offers a wealth of features: detailed, triple-tested directions that are continually maintained; a GPS-accurate map; rich local information on history, landscape, and wildlife; route information for accurate distance tracking; smart off-route warnings; dog-friendliness information; footwear recommendations; temporary footpath issue updates; pub recommendations; tide times; walk overviews; driving satnav integration; seasonal metadata; countryside tips; and mechanisms for reporting footpath issues. 🐕🦺
Try out the free 'Lanhydrock Gardens' walk and explore the simulation mode to get a feel for the app. Download iWalk Cornwall today and start your Cornish adventure! 🌟
Features
Over 300 circular walks across Cornwall
Walks classified by steepness, length, and themes
Detailed directions, continually checked and updated
GPS-accurate map showing your location
Local information on history, landscape, and wildlife
Distance tracking and estimated time calculations
Smart off-route warnings with local knowledge
Dog-friendliness information for each stile
Recommendations for footwear and mud warnings
Information on temporary footpath issues
Pub recommendations with website links
Tide times for coastal walks
Walk overviews with gradient information
Integration with driving satnav apps
Seasonal metadata for walk selection
Pros
Extensive, meticulously maintained walking routes
GPS-accurate maps with real-time location tracking
Rich local insights and historical context
Smart alerts to keep you on track
Dog-friendly information for pet owners
Seasonal guidance for optimal experiences
Offline access for uninterrupted exploration
Cons
Walks require individual purchase
Reliance on GPS signal for optimal use