Minelab

Learn how deep a metal detector can detect and what factors impact depth. Discover how to improve detection performance in different soil types and conditions.

Looking for the right metal detector? Discover Minelab’s full X-TERRA range—built for all types of search conditions and detecting styles.

Explore the best Minelab metal detectors under €500, including the VANQUISH and X-TERRA series. Designed for the UK’s varied terrains, these detectors are perfect for beaches, fields, and woodland paths. Learn about their features and find legal, exciting places to start your metal-detecting journey today.

Knowing who owns the land and securing permission is essential for responsible metal detecting in the UK. This guide covers how to research land ownership, approach landowners professionally, and follow detecting best practices. Learn about useful online resources, the benefits of joining a detecting club, and key rules to ensure you detect legally and responsibly.

Discover the laws, best practices, and top tips for metal detecting in the UK. Learn how to detect responsibly, choose the right equipment, and explore treasure-hunting opportunities.

Explore the importance of pinpointers for metal detecting and how Minelab's PRO-FIND series boosts accuracy, saves time, and enhances efficiency in treasure hunting.

Seven metal detectorists using Minelab detectors uncovered Britain’s richest-ever Saxon treasure hoard, now valued at £4.3 million. The hoard, buried for over 1,000 years, was acquired by the British Museum for preservation.

Choosing your first metal detector might feel confusing at first. There are many options, technologies, and price points to consider. With some knowledge, you can select a device that opens up the fascinating world of treasure hunting.