Metal Detecting Socials
Metal Detecting sources from Social Media & YouTube
North-East Metal Detecting UK
About: Simplex+ focused UK detecting from the North East, sharing real digs and history.
Content summary: North East England hunts; Simplex+ settings; finds reveals.
Reviews: Supportive comments for persistence and honesty.
Location: North East England
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: North-East Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
The Scottish Detectorist
About: Metal detecting and history across the fields of Scotland; regular long-form videos and shorts.
Content summary: Scottish pasture/arable hunts; medieval and Roman coins; occasional rallies.
Reviews: Highly engaged audience; praised for storytelling and educational context.
Location: Scotland (Perthshire focus)
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Perthshire Fields; Live Digs; Treasure Trove chats
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Detecting Scotland
About: Metal detecting in Scotland; tips, site research, and real-world digs.
Content summary: Scottish permissions, tutorials, event coverage.
Reviews: Steady uploads; valued by beginners for approachable tips.
Location: Scotland
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Beginners How-To; Scottish Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Metal Detecting Scotland (Toddy Irvine)
About: Beginners series and Scottish detecting adventures by Toddy Irvine.
Content summary: Scottish hunts; beginners series; Minelab/XP setups.
Reviews: Well-regarded for structured beginner content.
Location: Scotland (Central Belt)
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: Beginners Guide to Metal Detecting (series)
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Metal Detecting Wales
About: Beach and pasture detecting across Wales using XP Deus.
Content summary: Welsh beach hunts; pasture sessions; Deus programs.
Reviews: Small but consistent; appreciated for Welsh settings demos.
Location: Wales
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: Saturday Hunts; Short Beach Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Treasure Hunting Scotland
About: Scottish metal detecting adventures across farmland and beaches.
Content summary: Scottish relic hunting; beach hunts; farmland permissions.
Reviews: Viewers enjoy the mix of beach and inland detecting.
Location: Scotland
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Beach Hunt Scotland; Treasure Trove Finds
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Scottish Relic Hunters
About: Two friends exploring Scotland's past through metal detecting.
Content summary: Field hunts; relic restoration; historical commentary.
Reviews: Praised for teamwork and deep history dives.
Location: Scotland
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Scottish Fields; Relic Restorations
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Highland Detectorist
About: Metal detecting in the Scottish Highlands, sharing finds and techniques.
Content summary: Highland pasture; medieval coins; small group hunts.
Reviews: Praised for scenic filming and rare finds.
Location: Scottish Highlands
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: Highland Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Welsh Detectorist
About: Metal detecting across Wales with a focus on historical permissions.
Content summary: Welsh valleys and coastal hunts; hammered coins; club rallies.
Reviews: Viewers enjoy the variety of sites and finds.
Location: Wales
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Valley Hunts; Coastal Coins
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
South Wales Detecting
About: Metal detecting adventures in South Wales with occasional England trips.
Content summary: South Wales pasture and beach detecting; Deus and Minelab machines.
Reviews: Praised for finds ID segments and rally coverage.
Location: South Wales
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: South Wales Series; Rally Vlogs
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Caledonian Detectorist
About: Exploring Scotland's history through metal detecting.
Content summary: Central and Northern Scotland hunts; medieval finds.
Reviews: Praised for enthusiasm and educational finds commentary.
Location: Scotland
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: Caledonian Coin Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Aberdeen Detectorist
About: Metal detecting in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, from pasture to plough.
Content summary: Aberdeenshire hunts; club rallies; beach finds.
Reviews: Local community-focused; praised for openness about permissions.
Location: Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: Aberdeen Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Paddy Detects
About: Family/team detecting UK adventures; lively hunts focused on coins/hoards.
Content summary: UK detecting adventures featuring finds like Roman hoards and camaraderie.
Reviews: Enthusiastic, community-oriented, often collaborative.
Location: UK (various locations)
Upload Frequency: Weekly
Notable Series: Family Detecting Adventures; Roman Hoard Hunts
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Gloucester Detectorists
About: Local UK hunts around Gloucestershire; gold and relic-focused content.
Content summary: Exploring Gloucestershire fields for historical finds with Minelab gear.
Reviews: Viewers enjoy discovery narratives and local history.
Location: Gloucestershire, England
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Gold Ring Finds; Local Rally Coverage
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
GRIF-FINds
About: Derbyshire Dales detecting; historic finds; has a Facebook metal-detecting blog.
Content summary: UK detecting adventures including gold Celtic coins and silver finds.
Reviews: Praised for scenic locations and rare finds.
Location: Derbyshire, England
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Derbyshire Dales Hunts; Gold Celtic Coin Finds
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Notched to 11
About: Field detecting across UK locations with technical detector focus.
Content summary: UK field detecting with Deus II, Manticore; Dorset site explorations.
Reviews: Valued for technical gear commentary and scenic hunts.
Location: Dorset, England
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Walks in Dorset; Manticore Detector Tests
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Only Me Again Metal Detecting
About: Solo UK detecting with a history-find storyline.
Content summary: Metal detecting adventures highlighting curiosity-driven historical finds.
Reviews: Engaging solo hunts with a focus on intriguing finds.
Location: UK (various locations)
Upload Frequency: Occasional
Notable Series: What Did I Just Find?
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
Soil Sisters
About: Welsh duo; heritage-driven detecting; BBC featured; social media presence.
Content summary: Two Welsh detectorists saving history; beach and pasture hunts.
Reviews: Appreciated for heritage focus and team dynamic.
Location: Wales
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Saving History; BBC Weekend Special
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
The Skills School
About: Detection tutorials, gear tests, and training — educational and instructive.
Content summary: Tutorials, detector reviews, and training for beginners and hobbyists.
Reviews: Praised for clear teaching style and accessible advice.
Location: UK (various locations)
Upload Frequency: Monthly
Notable Series: Metal Detecting for Beginners; Detector Reviews
Data scoured on: 17-8-2025
Research by: Holly
