BenchmarksGB
BenchmarksGB
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BenchmarksGB

Uncover the secret legacy of the British landscape. Locate over 500,000 historic Ordnance Survey marks, log your unique discoveries, and explore the hidden details of every village, bridge, and trail.

Key Figures

Downloads

100

User Rating

1.0/5

Total Ratings

0

Publisher

SailTrack Limited

Category

Entertainment

Locales

1

Latest Version

1.0.2

Size

67.0 MB

First Released

Jul 21, 2025
Features

Uncover Great Britain’s Hidden Heritage

Turn your walks into a historical mission. Access over 500,000 Ordnance Survey benchmarks and start your own treasure hunt across the British landscape.

Explore the OS Archive

Navigate with precision using historical data for over 500,000 benchmark locations scattered across the country.

Log Your Discoveries

Keep a digital record of every mark you find and track your progress through Britain’s historic towns and countryside.

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Screenshots

BenchmarksGB - Interactive map of Great Britain showing various benchmark locations with blue target icons

Interactive map of Great Britain showing various benchmark locations with blue target icons

BenchmarksGB - Search results for Lincoln landmarks in the BenchmarksGB app interface

Search results for Lincoln landmarks in the BenchmarksGB app interface

BenchmarksGB - Map view showing benchmark locations in Great Britain and a details popup for a specific mark.

Map view showing benchmark locations in Great Britain and a details popup for a specific mark.

Description

BenchmarksGB: Discover, Identify & Log Britain’s Ordnance Survey Benchmarks. Whether you’re a keen walker, a history lover, or simply enjoy exploring Britain’s hidden details, BenchmarksGB turns every outing into a mini treasure hunt. BenchmarksGB is the easiest way to spot, learn about, and record the historic Ordnance Survey benchmarks scattered across Great Britain. These engraved marks - used to measure height above sea level before modern surveying - can still be found on older buildings, bridges, churches, and walls all around the country. There are over 500,000 of them listed in the Ordnance Survey archive. Using data from this archive, BenchmarksGB displays benchmark locations on an interactive map, helping you find them while out walking, exploring, or travelling. With the app you can: • See benchmark locations using detailed OS archive data • Record your visits and mark whether each benchmark is still present • Track your progress as you spot more across the country • Add an extra layer of fun to your walks and holidays

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