How to find hoards with a metal detector - How to Find Hoards - Introduction - London
Hoards Found in London
A house near St. Paul's Cathedral
The Cheapside Hoard. Large hoard of jewellery. Found during the demolition of a house in 1912. Currently housed at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Chessington
The Chessington Hoard. Hoard of 6 Iron age gold coins. Found in 1998.
Hoard Hunting County Guide
Below is a county by county guide to hoard finds. These lists should not be considered exhaustive and new material will be added as more information and sources become available. All of the locations listed should be considered private property until proven otherwise and the proper permissions obtained, preferably in writing, in advance of any visit. Some hoard sites are scheduled ancient monuments, be very sure that any location you wish to metal detect on is not a protected archaeological site.