# Gloucester > Geological and historical guide for the Abberley and Malvern Hills Geopark Way trail. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Brooks.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gloucester/id694990701 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Michael Brooks](https://appshunter.io/developer/526071845) - Category: Travel, Education - Price: Free - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 6.0 · 61 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-09-09 - Data updated: 2026-06-07 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gloucester/id694990701/reviews.md ## What is Gloucester? The app guides your walk along the Minsterworth to Gloucester section of the Abberley and Malvern Hills Geopark Way – a 109 mile walk running between Bridgnorth in Shropshire England to Gloucester Cathedral. The trail is divided into 17 sections and there will be an app for each section. The app gives geological and other information; connecting the ground you are walking over with its deep time past. From the Triassic arid conditions, in which the rocks beneath Minsterworth formed, through the transition to the seas of the early Jurassic, the rock beneath Gloucester and its magnificent medieval cathedral, where the Geopark Way ends. The app includes information of Robins Wood Hill, which provides the best inland exposure of Early Jurassic rocks in the country. The app has all required data loaded and does not require cellular or WiFi connectivity in the field – just a charged battery. The app has 5 core views, the default is the Map of the trail overlain on a geology map, which, if the device has GPS, displays your location and provides a feed of information about the rocks and ancient places you are walking over (without GPS, or other location service) you can manually supply your position by touching the map. The Photos view provides around 200 pictures to guide your walk and provide information. When walking the trail the app delivers you the photo taken nearest to where you are (there is set of pictures for walking from Minsterworth toward Gloucester and another set for a walk from Gloucester towards Minsterworth). Some photos provide a link to a landscape cut-way showing a simplified view of what is going on underground. A camera icon appears on the map to show the location and angle the picture was taken. The photos can also be used to give a virtual walk of the trail, or to judge in advance the challenge the terrain may present, or to find parts that are suited to disabled access. The map provides facilities locations along the trail. The Past view places the rocks under you, into their global tectonic setting, of plate positions along with data for past CO2, oxygen, temperature, sea level and species extinction rate. Recreations of possible ancient landscapes of the GeoPark are provided, together with maps of past landmasses and oceans such as the Iapetus, Rheic and Tethys. The Location view provides position and optionally will record your walk and provide an updated estimate of how long to it will take you to complete. Here you can select which set of photos to display along with whether to have the map centre on your location - similar to the way in which a satnav homes the view and information to your current position. The Information view provides links to the organisations, whose largely volunteer workers, have created and maintain the Geopark and its trail. ## Key features - Offline trail maps with geology overlay - GPS location tracking - Geological and historical information - Approx. 200 guiding photos - Past landscape recreations - Location recording and estimated completion time - Facility locations on map ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gloucester/id694990701/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Great idea, needs update *2023-12-01* Great idea and good geological information, but needs updating as it fails to use all of the display on my iPhone 12. It seems some elements such as navigation areas are fixed to a lower resolution screen while the map will zoom in a fashion. Other screens leave me squinting at the upper left quadrant of my screen. It may be fine on other devices, and is certainly worth downloading to find out, as it offers very good geological insight into the landscape you are walking. Other good points include the fact that it will work when offline in remote areas. ## Frequently asked questions about Gloucester ### Does Gloucester have ads? No, Gloucester does not contain advertisements. The app is completely free to use without any ad interruptions. ### What is the latest version of Gloucester and when was it last updated? The latest version of Gloucester is 2.0, and it was last updated on December 5, 2017. Users can expect a stable experience with features available since its release. ### What devices is Gloucester compatible with? Gloucester is compatible with iPhones and iPods. Ensure your device meets these requirements for optimal performance. ### What is the age rating for Gloucester? Gloucester has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals. ### Can I use Gloucester without an internet connection? Yes, Gloucester has all required data loaded and does not require cellular or WiFi connectivity in the field. You can use it offline, provided your device has a charged battery. ### How does Gloucester provide information about the trail? Gloucester offers geological and historical information through its map view, which displays your location over a geology map. It also provides around 200 photos and recreations of past landscapes to enhance your understanding. ### What are the main views available in Gloucester? Gloucester features 5 core views: Map, Photos, Past, Location, and Information. Each view offers a different perspective on the trail and its surroundings. ### How does Gloucester help me track my walk? The Location view in Gloucester provides your position and can optionally record your walk. It offers an updated estimate of how long it will take you to complete the trail. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 2.0 — 2017-12-05 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Updated map Updated images ### 1.0 — 2013-09-09 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Gloucester | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Great Yarmouth Trails](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/great-yarmouth-trails/id1592272896) | — | Free | Travel | | [Huqiu audio guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/huqiu-audio-guide/id1582480154) | — | Free | Travel | | [North Derbys & Notts Trails](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/north-derbys-and-notts-trails/id6447763035) | — | Free | Travel | | [Peru’s Best: Travel Guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perus-best-travel-guide/id1626529177) | 4.9 (28) | $4.99 | Travel | | [Bluebell Railway Digital Guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluebell-railway-digital-guide/id6748613418) | — | Free | Travel | | [Tanfield Railway](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tanfield-railway/id6737191837) | — | Free | Travel | ## More apps by Michael Brooks - [Geopark Way Malvern](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geopark-way-malvern/id649552641) - [DaffodilWay](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daffodilway/id828901490) - [MartleyRocks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/martleyrocks/id1006570855) - [MalvernsWalks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/malvernswalks/id1098306307) - [GeoGarden](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geogarden/id1215031204) All apps by Michael Brooks: https://appshunter.io/developer/526071845 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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