Walkmates

About Walkmates

Walkmates is a social hiking platform built for people who love the outdoors. It connects walkers across the UK - from seasoned hillbaggers to casual weekend ramblers - making it easy to find, join, or organise walks. Whether you're exploring solo or seeking community, Walkmates helps you get outside and share the journey.

Walkmates isn't just a walk finder. It’s packed with smart, community-first features like:

- Explorer Walks – lshort walks you can complete anytime
- Ghosts – virtual companions and waypoints that add social and historical context to walks
- Profiles and Messaging – meet others with similar goals, chat, and stay connected
- Local Discovery – find hikes near you, explore by region or hill, and build your own trail history.

Hiking is better when it's shared. Walkmates encourages meaningful connection, regular activity, and a deeper relationship with the land. From wild peaks to urban strolls, it’s your companion for every kind of walk - helping people move more, meet others, and build real-world communities one step at a time.