Going Digital to guide you further

Everything you need for the perfect coastal walking holiday, now in your pocket!

We’ve been working on something exciting. The Encounters app is here, and it’s been built from the ground up for one purpose: to make your South West Coast Path (SWCP) experience better in every way.

Whether you’re planning your first coastal walk or you’ve been tackling sections of the SWCP for years, the app brings together route guidance, progress tracking, group coordination, and exclusive rewards. All in one place, even when you’re miles from a signal.

What is the Encounters App?

The Encounters app is a dedicated walking companion for the South West Coast Path, one of Britain’s most spectacular long distance routes. It covers all 630 miles of the trail, from the rugged cliffs of Cornwall to the sweeping shores of Dorset, giving you the tools and information you need to walk with confidence, whatever your experience level.

Think of it as having one of our expert guides in your pocket, available every step of the way.

What’s in the App?

Comprehensive Route Coverage

The app features detailed mapping of the entire SWCP, including both classic sections and lesser known stretches that many walkers don’t even know about!

Every mile is mapped with precision, so whether you’re following a well-trodden clifftop route, or venturing off the beaten track, you’ll always know exactly where you are and what's ahead.

Offline Route Guidance

This is where our app really earns its place on your packing list. Full offline functionality means your route guidance works even when your mobile signal disappears – which, on remote clifftops, is likely to happen.

No signal anxiety. No getting lost on exposed headlands. Just confident, uninterrupted navigation wherever the path takes you.

Progress Tracking and Distance Logging

The app automatically records:

• Distance walked each day and in total
• Elevation gained across each section
• Time on trail, which is useful for planning future days

Whether you’re completing the path in sections over several years or attempting a longer continuous stretch, your progress is logged accurately and stored in one place.

Loyalty Scheme: Your walking, Rewarded

The more you walk, the more you save. Our loyalty scheme rewards walkers with exclusive discounts on:

• Walking holidays with Encounters
• Accommodation along the route
• Walking gear and equipment

Every section you complete earns you points towards your next adventure. It’s our way of saying thank you for getting out there.

SWCP Award Scheme: Celebrate Every Milestone

Completing sections of the South West Coast Path is a genuine achievement, and we think every milestone deserves recognition. The app’s built-in award scheme offers:

• Digital badges for key sections completed
• Certificates for significant milestones
• Exclusive rewards for dedicated SWCP walkers

Whether you’re completing your first 10 miles or finishing the full 630, your efforts are celebrated.

Group Walking Features

Walking with friends or family? The app is designed with groups in mind:

• Share routes so everyone has the same information
• Coordinate meeting points at key spots along the path
• Track group progress together in real time

No more stragglers, missed connections, or confusion at trail junctions. Everyone stays informed, connected, and on track, making group walking holidays more relaxed. 

Who Is the App For?

The Encounters app has been built for all kinds of SWCP walkers:

• First-timers who want clear, reliable guidance without needing to be expert navigators
• Experienced walkers who want detailed data and offline mapping for remote sections
• Section walkers completing the path gradually over multiple trips
• Groups who want to coordinate and share the experience in real time
• Loyalty seekers who want their passion for walking to earn them genuine rewards

Download the Encounters App and Start Walking

The South West Coast Path is waiting, and now you have the best possible companion for every step you take.

At Encounters, our team is based in the belief that the right support makes for a better walk. The app is an extension of that belief: practical, reliable, and genuinely useful, whether you’re planning your first section or ticking off your final miles.

• Download the app and get started today
• Browse our South West Coast Path holidays for fully supported walking trips
• Get in touch with our team if you’d like help planning your route

Your next great adventure is just a tap away!