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It is now legal for digs of up to 30 people to take place In Wales, including those organised by metal detecting clubs. Full information and requirements are detailed in the extract of a letter we received yesterday from Dafydd Elis-Thomas, Deputy Minister for Culture, Sport and Tourism in the Welsh Government. We ask ... [ More ]

Larger digs are now allowed in England  Digs for up to 30 people were permitted from the 4th July. Today the DCMS have confirmed that businesses and charitable trusts (amongst others) may run events for more than 30 people. The key points are that: Event organisers should ensure that the regulations allow for ... [ More ]

We have today had confirmation from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport though that groups of up to 30 from different households meeting on a dig will no longer be illegal. Whilst the Government are still advising groups should be kept to 6 or less wherever possible, they have confirmed that the legal ... [ More ]

Do you detect in Wales, or report finds to the Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) in Wales? In Wales the Portable Antiquities Scheme is run by PAS Cymru and it is being reviewed to see if can be improved and made more efficient. They’d love your input to this review and have asked if we can share the information ... [ More ]

Coronavirus News Update Below is a summary of the current rules from the four countries of the United Kingdom. General rules This first part is all pretty self explanatory, but worth covering the basics. In all cases the 2m social distancing rules must be maintained for all people from outside a ... [ More ]

Today we are pleased to say that we received a reply from the Welsh Department of Culture and Sport confirming that detecting can be carried out in Wales within the standard exercise rules. Before you rush out, please remember to check with the land owner that they are content to continue to provide permission at ... [ More ]