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Awards / Accreditations

App of the Year 2023 (TWICE) with GoodShape and The Distance

App Development Agency of the Year 2023

Clutch Global

About The Distance

The Distance is a pioneering force in award-winning app development, seamlessly integrating with your team.

Our success revolves around “The Core“, our in-house framework ensuring unparalleled efficiency and quality. From concept to launch and beyond, we’re your trusted companion on the digital journey, consistently ranked among the top 5 UK app development companies.

Our mission is clear: To guide partners we believe in on their path to digital success. We collaborate, innovate and maintain transparency, crafting tailored solutions with partner involvement at every stage.

Our adaptability and unwavering commitment make us the perfect partner for your digital success.

If you’d like to discuss an existing app idea, or just find out more about how we can help, drop us a line or call us on 01904 21 71 71.

The Distance

Meet the Team

Anthony Main

Founder

Louise Toal

Managing Director

Gemma Oliver

Head of Operations

Thomas Boatman

Head of Partner Success

James Paton

Head of Digital Product Design

Christos Demetiou

Lead Developer

Harry Webb

Digital Marketing Manager

Emily Martin

UI Designer

Ellie Lundie

Business Analyst

Nawaf Ibrahim

Developer

Seb Smith

Developer

Romi Thomas

Tester

James Arquette - Chief Product Officer

GoodShape

The Distance App Developers delivered 100% of the app’s must-have features, which all passed the client’s UAT. The team was timely, transparent, collaborative through Basecamp, and communicative through weekly meetings. Their thorough and detailed documentation was a highlight.

Caron Manning - Co-Founder & CEO

iPrescribe Exercise

Thanks to their willingness to find a solution to any request, The Distance delivered a great product. A responsive, accessible team, they posess strong project management skills. Not only are they organized, but they are also very determined, making them an idea long-term partner.

Michael Wells - Founder & Managing Director

Third Light

I can't image an agency being better than this. They really have nailed the process and really believe in their customers.

Rachel Dunsmore - Founder

Arc Education (York) Ltd

They've done a great job on the app's design. We tested the app in schools, and the response from users has been overwhelmingly positive.

We love to stay on top of industry trends, for in-depth opinions on the state of our industry or what is going on at The Distance.

Book an ideation call with our Head of Partner Success today.

We view every project as a shared journey where we listen, ideate, iterate and refine. Each success is a testate to the power of teamwork and a relentless passion for success.

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Address

18 Market St, York YO1 8SL, UK

Skills

Android Android App Develpment App Design App Development Apps Creative iOS iOS App Development React Native UX & UI Web Apps