Grid Reference UK

Name: Grid Reference UK
Rating: 2 (289 reviews)
Author: Torvus Consultants

By: Torvus Consultants

Displays the UK Ordnance Survey (OS) grid reference for your current location.

Features & Capabilities

Grid Reference UK is a handy Chrome extension that provides precise UK Ordnance Survey (OS) grid references for your current location. It supports 4, 6, 8, or 10-figure grid references, ideal for detailed navigation across Great Britain.

In addition to OS grid references, the extension displays WGS84 latitude and longitude coordinates to help you verify your position. It also indicates whether your location falls within the valid range for UK grid references, ensuring accuracy and reliability on OS maps. Perfect for hikers, surveyors, or anyone needing pinpoint location data in the UK mainland.

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Version:

5.2.0-SNAPSHOT Last updated: 2025-07-20

Version code:

240050200

Creation date:

2013-10-23

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Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

11.30MB

Email:

mi*****@torvusconsultants.co.uk

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Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-13

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# 239,018 ▲ 1,802

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Developed by:

Torvus Consultants

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.beckerleg.GridReference.Free

Email:

mi*****@torvusconsultants.co.uk

Website:

http://torvusconsultants.co.uk

User Reviews

Users find 'Grid Reference UK' simple, effective, and highly useful for outdoor navigation, especially when combined with OS maps. The app provides quick and accurate grid references, aiding hikers and emergency situations. Common requests include adding the ability to copy or share coordinates easily, and improving text readability. Some users note occasional GPS inaccuracies and concerns over recent permission changes, but overall, the app is valued for its reliability and ease of use.

Pros

Simple and easy to use with a clear interface.
Provides quick and accurate OS grid references useful for outdoor activities like hillwalking and camping.
Effective for location finding in emergencies.
Accurate enough for most outdoor navigation when used properly.
Works well in conjunction with OS maps for navigation.

Cons

Lacks a feature to copy or share grid references or coordinates to clipboard or external apps.
Text size is too small, making it hard to read outdoors or in tricky lighting conditions.
Occasional GPS inaccuracy reported, sometimes off by tens of meters.
Recent app updates have raised privacy concerns due to unexpected permissions requests.