Metal Detecting

There is no single depth for UK coins. Here’s how soil, coil size, and target size actually control depth—and why chasing "maximum depth" often misses the targets right under your feet.

Not finding anything with your new metal detector? It’s likely not the machine. Here’s how to fix permissions, ground balance, and settings for UK detecting.

Running out of power mid-session? It's usually cheap batteries or dirty contacts, not a machine fault. Here's how to fix it and stay legal on your next hunt.

Don't clean it. The Treasure Act 1996 Code of Practice warns that amateur cleaning can damage the object and reduce its value. Here's what to do instead.

Most finds get damaged by bad storage, not bad detecting. Learn the difference between display cabinets and record-keeping boxes, and how to protect your finds for the long term.

Most beginners think clubs are for "serious" detectorists. The truth is, clubs are the only way to access private land legally, but they rarely offer formal training. Here's the honest verdict on whether you should join.

Chasing muddy signals in UK pasture? A 10–11" coil gives you the depth you need without the mineralisation chatter that ruins small finds. Here's why.

Your detector isn't broken. It's likely fighting ground mineralisation in UK soil. Learn why this happens and how to fix it in 3 steps.

You still need permission to detect at a rally. Here's what you actually get for the ticket price, the legal safety net, and why it's often the best place to learn.

Struggling with iron nails masking your coins? A 6" coil creates a narrower search field for better separation in trash-heavy UK parks. Here's when to swap your standard coil.