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Pembrokeshire: This county has a long and rich history, making it a great place to metal detect. Some of the most notable finds in Pembrokeshire include a hoard of Roman coins found in 2015, a Bronze Age gold bracelet found in 2016, and a Viking silver arm ring found in 2017.

Pembrokeshire metal detecting

• Anglesey: This island has also been inhabited for centuries, and has produced some impressive metal detecting finds. In 2018, a metal detectorist found a hoard of 500 Roman coins dating back to the 3rd century AD. In 2020, another metal detectorist found a hoard of Iron Age coins dating back to the 1st century BC.

  Anglesey metal detecting

• Carmarthenshire: This county is home to a number of ancient hill forts, making it a good place to find Bronze Age and Iron Age artifacts. In 2019, a metal detectorist found a hoard of Bronze Age coins near Llandeilo.

  Carmarthenshire metal detecting

• Gwynedd: This county is home to Snowdonia National Park, which is a popular spot for metal detecting. In 2021, a metal detectorist found a hoard of Roman coins near Beddgelert.

  Gwynedd metal detecting

• Ceredigion: This county is known for its beautiful beaches, which are also good places to metal detect. In 2022, a metal detectorist found a gold ring dating back to the Bronze Age near Aberystwyth.

  Ceredigion metal detecting

The value of metal detecting finds can vary greatly. Some finds, such as coins and jewelry, can be worth a few hundred or even a few thousand pounds. Other finds, such as archaeological artifacts, may be priceless in terms of their historical significance.

If you are interested in metal detecting in Wales, there are a few things you should keep in mind. First, you must obtain permission from the landowner before you start detecting. Second, you must follow the rules and regulations set by Cadw, the Welsh Government's historic environment service. Third, you must report any significant finds to Cadw.

Norfolk: Known as the "treasure coast" of the UK, Norfolk has produced some of the most significant metal detecting finds in the country, including the Sutton Hoo ship burial. Other good areas include the Broads, the North Norfolk coast, and the Breckland.

• Suffolk: Another good county for metal detecting, with a rich history dating back to the Bronze Age. Some of the best places include the Deben Estuary, the Suffolk Coast, and the Waveney Valley.

• Lincolnshire: Home to a number of Roman settlements, making it a good place to find Roman coins and artifacts. Other good areas include the Lincolnshire Wolds, the Wash, and the East Coast.

• Devon: A popular tourist destination, but it also has a rich history dating back to the Iron Age. Some of the best places include the beaches, the moors, and the rivers.

• Dorset: Home to a number of ancient hill forts, making it a good place to find Bronze Age and Iron Age artifacts. Other good areas include the Jurassic Coast, the Purbeck Hills, and the New Forest.

Here are some tips for metal detecting in the UK:

• Metal detecting can be a fun and rewarding hobby, and it can also be a great way to learn about the history of Wales. If you are interested in trying it, I encourage you to do your research and get permission from the landowner before you start.

  Here are some additional tips for metal detecting in Wales:

  • Start by researching the area where you want to detect. This will help you to find out what kind of history the area has and what kind of finds you are likely to make.

  • Use a good quality metal detector. This will help you to find smaller and deeper objects.

  • Be patient and persistent. Metal detecting can be a slow and tedious process, but it can also be very rewarding.

  • Be respectful of the landowner and the environment.

  • Report any significant finds to Cadw.