Would any farmers be willing to help. Thanks x

[Lisa D-B]

Hi Everyone

I am looking to connect with kind farmers that are willing to give me a chance to metal detect on land by granting permission.

This is my first port of call for permission and I fully expect to be met with some eye rolls and giggles here and more to the point from your perspective I can understand why.

I am aware that in some cases farmers are not keen to initially allow permission to land for metal detecting however, i was hoping by posting here i would be able to connect with those that are. If you are not then feel free to ignore me but if you are a farmer that would be willing to give permission to detect on land, or discuss further i would love to hear from you. There are some benefits to allow permission:

Benefits of Metal-detecting

• If undertaken responsibly, with all discovered finds identified, reported and recorded, then metal-detecting, field-walking and other archaeological fieldwork, can provide valuable information about the archaeology and history of the countryside. Most, recognise the benefits of responsible metal-detecting, particularly for retrieving and recording finds vulnerable to agricultural damage and corrosion, and for adding to our knowledge of the past.
• The presence of people on land with permission may also discourage trespassing, fly-tipping, vandalism, hare coursing and other illicit or unwanted activity by others.
• I am of course willing to abide by any rules you may have in place and we can discuss any hesitations if you feel you may be interested in granting permission.
• I am only looking for permission for myself and possibly one other person (mainly for safety i usually pair up with other detectorist, especially in remote areas)

I realise for many of you these posts most be slightly annoying, it is not meant to be and in the hope there is a farmer that would be interested in granting permission here is a bit about me and how we could move forward if you were willing to give me a chance: I'm based in Harrogate (and willing to travel), I'm a mum, wife and a criminologist, I'm currently studying a Masters in Psychology, intending to move forward into clinical setting PHd , Im also very keen detectorist. I would really like to move onto land and explore more historic finds however this is only possible with some permission.

I'm fully registered with the National Council for Metal Detecting with public liability insurance to 10,000,000. I have attached some paperwork for you if you are interested - in the form of an agreement and rules of finds / treasure. If you have any questions feel free to ask me and i hope i can connect with some of you. Feel free to respond to this post or if more personal details are required please feel free to message me and im happy to provide any information you need.

Thank you, to all that took the time to read.

Lisa

 

[Cab-over Pete]

I’m not sure you’ll get many favourable replies, but at least you’ve asked in a correct and courteous manner.

They just wander over my little scrap of land occasionally without even asking. And then they don’t bother to hide that fact by replacing the divets they’ve dug out.

 

[Lisa D-B]

I’m sorry to hear that, it does seem to be that some intend on spoiling it for others so I can understand the hesitation from your side. I’m not sure where you are based but if you would consider connecting with myself who most definitely would go the correct way around things, I would love a chance to have permission.

I have the necessary agreement form which is completed by both sides, I’ve attached it to this thread.
Thanks for you reply and I appreciate your input.
Lisa

 

[unlacedgecko]

Put on s low cut top and knock on some doors

 

[Cowmansam]

I was just waiting for the resident pervert to say that and then you go say it

 

[Lisa D-B]

Put on s low cut top and knock on some doors

Great stuff

 

[Cowmansam]

Great stuff

he is right though you have next to no chance gettin anything on here

 

[Lisa D-B]

To be fair, I did expect to be met with some hesitations and as I said I can understand why, but not sure I expected any resident pervs Anyhow, wish me luck

 

[Cowmansam]

There’s just the one baldy pervert

 

[Lisa D-B]

There’s just the one baldy pervert

That’s reassuring then hopefully I can’t find that chance next to none in finding someone who will be willing to offer permission. Do you think it’s the hassle or just not wanting anyone on your land. I imagine there’s many reasons just wondered your views as I have the feeling you would be set against it. Any info is helpful (so long as it’s not pervs)

 

[Cowmansam]

I actually have a metal detectorist and his mates come over but I think most of it stems down to a lot of people have been stung promised this that and the other and get damaged land holes left open trampled crops livestock let out and that’s before they find anything of value and keep it to themselves like you say there’s a few in every group spoil it but there’s very little gain for the farmer and a fair risk so many won’t bother

 

[Lisa D-B]

That’s great that you give some access, I’m sure it’s appreciated, have they had any interesting finds? I think we can see majority of your views hence the hesitation from most. It’s definitely best to have the agreement in place and that governs the finds and any treasure through historical implications which ensures any finds are split with the farmer. Which is fair, thanks for your reply

 

[curlietailz]

And then there’s the possibility of you finding something significant
And all the rigmarole that goes with it
And if that happens it would scupper any chance of development on the land by the farmer

think if you found Sutton Hoo. Wouldn’t allow a housing estate on that now

sorry. I’m out

 

[Cowmansam]

The agreements are only as good as the persons word is the problem they found a hand grenade and mostly horse shoes and hammers few army hats theres been some Roman coins and things found a few years ago before I came to this farm

 

[Cowmansam]

 

[Lisa D-B]

And then there’s the possibility of you finding something significant
And all the rigmarole that goes with it
And if that happens it would scupper any chance of development on the land by the farmer

think if you found Sutton Hoo. Wouldn’t allow a housing estate on that now

sorry. I’m out

Would you still need a housing development with something of that value, early retirement comes to mind I get your point though. It does seem to be regarded as more hassle than worth to the farmers / owner of land. Hopefully not for all and I may be successful in someone giving it a go as it’s not only financial for us is the historic element.
thanks though for your reply.

 

[robs1]

We have had several over the years most start with a rush of enthusiasm but soon give up, we have one now that is very dedicated and goes over every inch slowly and methodically, he found a pot the size of a jam jar a month or so before lockdown which is currently at Salisbury museum, I think it's very humbling to know all the generations that have lived, worked and walked over my farm , it's just a shame we cant go back in time to talk to them.
Good luck with your efforts, knocking on doors is the best way to get access but maybe not during the busy summer months, farmers have been known to be grumpy when tired.
Perhaps do a bit of research into the history of the area you are visiting if the farmer thinks you have done some leg work they might later you on

 

[robs1]

Elephant poop ?

 

[Lisa D-B]

That’s interesting, different detectors have different capabilities and some really invest in their equipment so it’s always worth going over land, especially with historic significance. Great finds though

 

[lloyd]

Perhaps Unlacedgecko wants to rewrite your contract
and put some clauses of his own .