Metal Detecting Socials
Metal Detecting sources from Social Media & YouTube
The Metal Detecting Channel
About: UK duo documenting land and river metal detecting adventures across England; finds, tips, rally coverage.
Content summary: Mixed land/river detecting in the UK; Minelab/XP machines; rallies and permissions.
Reviews: Praised for production value and relatable banter; some viewers note sponsored gear segments.
Location: England (various counties)
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Weekly Detecting Adventures; Rally Vlogs
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Digger Dawn
About: UK detectorist sharing hunts, tips and humour across northern/central England.
Content summary: Pasture and arable hunts; tips for beginners; rally attendance.
Reviews: Community enjoys upbeat style and practical tips.
Location: England (Yorkshire/Lincolnshire focus)
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Tips & Tricks; Rally Diaries
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Addictedtobleeps
About: UK-based treasure hunting channel featuring metal detecting adventures and commentary.
Content summary: Roman/medieval coin hunts; permissions; occasional opinion videos.
Reviews: Noted for storytelling and humour; occasional gear debates in comments.
Location: England (various counties)
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Metal Detecting UK # series
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
The Dukes Of Derbyshire
About: Detecting adventures around the Derbyshire Dales and wider UK, with educational segments.
Content summary: Field hunts; permission etiquette; finds ID chat.
Reviews: Viewers praise clear explanations and cinematic edits.
Location: Derbyshire, England
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Beginners Guide; Challenge Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Norfolk Button Boy Metal Detecting
About: Live digs and Norfolk-based detecting with XP/Minelab machines.
Content summary: Norfolk fields; live digs; rally weekends.
Reviews: Appreciated for enthusiasm and regular uploads.
Location: Norfolk, England
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Harvest Time Detecting; Live Digs
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
D-TEKT SUSSEX
About: Sussex-based weekly metal detecting adventures, beach and land.
Content summary: Beach/land detecting; Nokta/Minelab; tutorials and vlogs.
Reviews: Friendly vibe and consistent upload schedule; occasional sponsored content.
Location: Sussex, England
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Nokta Triple Score; Weekly Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Unearthed Detecting TV
About: UK detecting shop/community channel covering digs, finds, and ID sessions.
Content summary: Group digs; finds identification; charity rallies.
Reviews: Community-focused; valued for ID streams and organised events.
Location: North West England (various)
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Team Unearthed Digs; Live ID
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Roman Found
About: UK channel documenting detecting with a focus on Roman/medieval sites and rallies.
Content summary: Detectival coverage; Roman/medieval finds.
Reviews: Praised for rally summaries and historic context.
Location: England (various counties)
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Detectival Vlogs
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
England's History
About: UK history and detecting content with field hunts and finds ID.
Content summary: Detecting, magnet fishing, finds research.
Reviews: Liked for mix of detecting and history research.
Location: England (various)
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: Best Detecting Days
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
John's Detecting Adventures UK
About: UK treasure hunting and history finds with a metal detector.
Content summary: Field hunts; hammered & Roman coin searches.
Reviews: Small but dedicated community commentary; friendly tone.
Location: England (various)
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Weekend Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Metal Detecting Lincolnshire (Mark Daykin)
About: Detecting adventures focused on Lincolnshire farmland and rallies.
Content summary: Local permissions; rally vlogs; finds cleaning.
Reviews: Engaged local audience; informative permissions talk.
Location: Lincolnshire, England
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Lincolnshire Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Miss Detectorist UK
About: Devon-based detectorist and filmmaker sharing UK detecting journeys.
Content summary: Field detecting; occasional travel/history vids; art tie-ins.
Reviews: Authentic storytelling; growing UK audience.
Location: Devon, England
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: UK Road Trips; Roman Sites
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
THE GRIM BLEEPER
About: UK metal detecting across fields and beaches; weekly uploads.
Content summary: Field and beach detecting in the UK; Minelab/XP; rally vlogs.
Reviews: Energetic style; popular beach hunts; some sponsored kit mentions.
Location: England (South/East)
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Real Metal Detecting UK
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
South Coast Detecting
About: Beach and land metal detecting along the south coast of England. Tips, tests and hunts.
Content summary: Beach hunts; tutorials; Nokta/Minelab comparisons.
Reviews: Praised for beginner-friendly tips and gear tests.
Location: South Coast, England
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Beginner Tips; Beach Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Suffolk Sifter - Detectorist
About: Creating UK metal detecting videos and weekly live streams from Suffolk and beyond.
Content summary: Field hunts; live streams; coin/relic finds.
Reviews: Friendly community and regular livestreams noted by viewers.
Location: Suffolk, England
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Wednesday LIVE Stream
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Ops Horton Metal Detecting
About: UK beach and land detecting to de-stress; frequent coastal adventures around England & Wales.
Content summary: Beach detecting; Deus 2/Manticore; travel along UK coasts.
Reviews: Viewers appreciate steady cadence and clear narration.
Location: England & Wales (various beaches)
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Along a Beach in... (series)
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Metal Detecting Midgard
About: North Wales detectorist exploring fields, beaches and history across the UK.
Content summary: North Wales field/beach hunts; historic site vlogs.
Reviews: Positive feedback on Welsh history context and editing.
Location: North Wales
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Welsh Fields; Coastal Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Metal Detecting Wales
About: Metal detecting across Wales: pasture, beaches, castles and countryside.
Content summary: Welsh pasture and beach hunts; Deus programs.
Reviews: Appreciated for Deus settings demos for Welsh soils.
Location: Wales
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: Saturday Hunts; Beach & Pasture
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
ThE RaNdOm Detectorist - Metal Detecting UK
About: Casual UK detecting adventures with Equinox/Deus, sharing real-world digs.
Content summary: Short-form finds; field hunts; gear talk.
Reviews: Small channel; viewers like the unpolished 'real' vibe.
Location: England (various)
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: Equinox 900 Shorts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
The Southern Searcher (Metal Detecting UK)
About: Cornwall-based metal detecting channel with field hunts and tips.
Content summary: Cornish permissions; beach hunts; tips.
Reviews: Praised for scenery and finds ID chats.
Location: Cornwall, England
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Cornish Fields; Beach Series
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
