Download the new Discover Ashfield AR app
What is an Augmented Reality (AR) app?
An Augmented Reality or AR app takes users on an interactive journey combining the real world and computer-generated experiences.
Why create an AR app for Discover Ashfield?
Creating an AR app allows people who live, work, visit, study, and do business in the area to learn more about its history and heritage, as well as the figures that influenced this Nottinghamshire district. Ashfield has a rich history of culture, politics, and industry, and today's landmarks act as a gateway to its fascinating past.
What can you do on the Discover Ashfield AR app?
First download the Discover Ashfield AR app on...
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Then tap into the 9 AR experiences to discover the history and heritage of Ashfield, from its literary figures and pioneers to old collieries and cricketers.
You can also learn about what Ashfield has to offer, whether you live, work, study, do business here, or are just visiting the area - from its top places to visit and hidden gems to current news and events.
How does it work?
When you open the app there is a welcome screen as the AR app experiences are downloaded to your mobile or tablet device. Users can choose from three different menu options.
In Explore, you can dive straight into the AR experiences that have been created specially for this app.
The Map of Ashfield showcases the different points of interest, walking and cycling trails, and landmarks around the district.
Under Discover there is a handy list of the best places to shop, visit, and learn about the area, as well as current news and upcoming events.
How do I try out the AR Trail?
Simply click on Explore on the main menu and choose the experience you want to discover, such as Hucknall Aerodrome where you can take a flight of discovery through this historic landmark or click on Ada Lovelace to learn about the captivating history of the world's first computer programmer.
The AR experiences can be activated from anywhere in the world - just follow the directions on the app.
Once you have visited an AR Experience, it will be shown on the app as Discovered.
