DigRights is the UK’s first platform designed to connect landowners and farmers with trusted, insured metal detectorists — safely, legally, and profitably.
We help landowners earn passive income by allowing responsible detectorists to explore their fields, paddocks, and pastureland on their own terms. Whether it’s £10 per person per day, a share in any treasure finds, or simply helping clear dangerous scrap from your land, DigRights makes it easy to turn unused fields into value.
🧭 Our Mission
Our mission is to unlock access to the land in a way that benefits both sides:
- Landowners gain full control over who accesses their land, when, and under what rules — with payment and permission tracking all handled in one place.
- Detectorists get access to high-quality, pre-approved land, with a clear code of conduct, rules, and peace of mind for everyone involved.
🌱 Why DigRights?
- Built by people who understand both sides — farmers and hobbyists alike
- Designed to keep your land safe, clean, and respected
- All detectorists are covered by valid public liability insurance
- You decide: dates, rules, who enters, and how much to charge
- Every field is manually verified for ownership to prevent abuse
📍Starting Local, Growing National
We’re based in York, starting with trusted landowners and hobbyists across Yorkshire and the North. But the goal is bigger — a nationwide map of available land, giving farmers more income and detectorists better opportunities.
⚒️ Made for Landowners First
This platform was built with farmers in mind. You won’t find vague listings or “free-for-all” permissions here. Everything is private, permission-based, and clearly laid out — with a real person you can call anytime.
🔗 Ready to Learn More?
Add Your Land — it’s free to register, and we’ll give you a call to explain how it works.
Or just get in touch — we’re happy to answer questions.