Every road tells a story
GPS-triggered audio stories for journeys across Britain
Free to start • Works offline • Voice-only while travelling
Hear Witan
This is what a journey sounds like
A 30-second sample of Witan narration. Voice: Sonia.
No buttons while travelling. Just voice, triggered by where you are.
Simple by design
How Witan works
No complex setup. No route planning required. Just travel.
Download and start
One tap to begin. Free Guide works instantly — no account needed.
Travel anywhere in Britain
Drive, walk, cycle or take the train. Witan uses GPS to know where you are.
Listen as stories unfold
Audio plays automatically as you pass places with tales to tell. Hands-free, eyes on the journey.
Choose your experience
Three ways to explore
Start free and upgrade when you want more. No pressure, no tricks.
Free Guide
Hear a few true stories wherever you are
- Sample stories at popular locations
- Works on all travel modes
- No account required
- Try before you commit
My Guide
Most PopularUnlimited spontaneous stories, or create a story-led journey to a destination
- Unlimited stories everywhere
- Just Drive mode — go anywhere
- Journey mode — stories to a destination
- Works offline after download
- All travel modes included
Tour Guide
Download a carefully written multi-day British road trip
- 7 premium tours available
- Multi-day curated itineraries
- Overnight stop recommendations
- Complete offline access
- Start from any point on the route
All prices in GBP. My Guide subscription can be cancelled anytime.
Your journey, your way
Four ways to travel
Witan adapts to how you move. Same stories, different pacing.
Drive
Road trips and everyday journeys. Stories timed for the speed you're travelling.
Walk
Countryside walks and city explorations. More detail, slower pace.
Cycle
Bike trails and touring routes. Adapted for cycling speeds and stopping points.
Rail
Train journeys across Britain. Stories tied to stations and passing landmarks.
Select your mode in the app. Witan adjusts story triggers and pacing automatically.
Honesty as a feature
A good story is better when you know what kind of story it is
Most travel apps claim "local secrets" and "hidden gems." Witan tells you what's fact, what's folklore, and what's legend — because knowing the difference makes the story richer.
Fact
Verified through primary sources, archaeological evidence, or established historical record.
"The Romans built this road in 47 AD"
Likely
Strong evidence supports this interpretation, though some uncertainty remains.
"Historians believe this was a trading post"
Folklore
Traditional stories passed down through generations. May contain truth, embellishment, or both.
"Local tradition says a saint rested here"
Legend
Stories featuring mythical elements. Culturally significant regardless of literal truth.
"They say King Arthur sleeps beneath this hill"
Speculation
Informed guesses based on available evidence. Clearly marked as uncertain.
"Perhaps this stone once marked a boundary"
Every story cites its sources
Witan references academic papers, archaeological reports, local archives, and oral history collections. You can trust what you hear — and check it if you want to learn more.
Tour Guide
Curated multi-day adventures
Complete road trips with researched routes, story arcs, and overnight recommendations. Download once, explore offline.
£11.99The Great Escape
From the white cliffs to Snowdonia. Roman roads, castles, and stories of invasion and resistance.
£11.99The Ancient West
Tin mines, standing stones, and Arthurian legend. The Celtic heart of Britain.
£11.99The Dragon's Spine
Mountain passes, slate valleys, and the stories of a nation that refused to be conquered.
£14.99The Highland Reel
Lochs, glens, and clan history. From Edinburgh to the edge of the Highlands.
Works when signal doesn't
No signal? No problem.
Britain's most interesting places are often the most remote. Download your content before you leave, and Witan keeps working even when your phone shows "No Service."
- Download before you go
My Guide and Tour Guide content available offline
- GPS works without data
Location triggers work even without internet
- Optimised for battery
Efficient background location use
Stories keep playing in the Scottish Highlands, the Welsh valleys, or anywhere else the signal drops.
Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
Witan is a GPS-triggered audio storytelling app for Britain. As you travel — by car, on foot, by bike, or on the train — Witan automatically plays stories about the places you pass. Think of it as a knowledgeable companion who knows the history, folklore, and secrets of every mile.
More questions? hello@getwitan.uk
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