The BIG Network

Spooky finds, stranger stories, will we dig up more than metal detecting finds...? Watch the show this week to hear some ghostly stories from metal detecting finds and days out in the field. Join Adrian, Donna and Dave for an all encompassing show.Sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www.metaldetectingnews.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Dave and Adrian with special guests Jess and Matt from Digstock events live from the USA. Find out about their recent detecting trip to the UK and news on their new UK and US Treasure hunts. With some magnificent prizes.Sponsored by Metal Detecting NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Adrian and Donna this week, where we're diving into one of the most important – but often overlooked – parts of metal detecting: cleaning and preserving our finds. It's not just about pulling history from the ground; it's about protecting it once it's in our hands.Sponsored by Metal Detecting NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

It's the first show after the Madness of the September events. Join Donna and Dave, with Adrian live from Dunkerque, on a French excursion, visiting WW2 locations. In another fascinating show.Sponsored by Metal Detecting NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Dave, Adrian and Gary, organiser of the Rodney Cook Charity Metal Detecting events in Cirencester for the second 'NO FRILLS' metal detecting event. Also joined by John Lydall and Dean Staunton.The podcast version of the show is sponsored by the Metal Detecting News - www.metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Now sponsored by Metal Detecting News -www.metaldetectingnews.co.ukJoin Dave and Adrian with our overseas guest Matt Jones from Digstock. The largest metal-detecting and relic event in America.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Hopefully everyone who attended this years Detectival 2025 is now home safe. What a fabulous event this year AND the launch of two new metal detectors. The NOKTA Legend 2 and Minelab 60 Series. A lot to talk about on the show tonight. Join Dave and Adrian in the chat to ask your questions and also your thoughts...!Our Podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www.metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

How was the RCM No Frills Rallly...? AND Detectival is this weekend and lots of people are excited...! Join Dave and Donner and YES we have some guests on the show and Book Wars is back!Our Podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www.metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Dave and Adrian to discuss all the good things NOT BAD about the hobby of metal detecting. PLUS we have Adrian's wall back with a prize for the lucky LIVE viewer...Our podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

With Dave back from his holidays join him with Adrian to discuss how we are all getting on in this heat. Ground too hard, broken a spade, dropping your sensitivity and more... PLUS win A NEW Composite Cleaning Pencil Field toolOur Podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www.metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Dave and Adrian talking the normal toot and also with guests Gary Cook and John Lydall on this years RCM NO Frills....Our podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www.metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Liam started metal detecting less than a year ago with his Minelab Vanquish after speaking with his driving instructor about the hobby. Join us with Liam and Shane to find out more about this amazing find.Our Podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

JOIN DAVE, DONNA AND ADRIAN TO DISCUSS THIS YEAR'S UP AND COMING METAL DETECTING RALLIES AND WHAT TO TAKE AND WHAT NOT TO TAKE. PLUS THE USUAL BANTER AROUND THE HOBBY OF METAL DETECTING.Our Podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www.metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us with the organisers of this year's 'Digathon 2025' to answer any questions you have about this new metal detecting rally taking part on 22nd - 25th August.Our podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www.metaldetectingnews.co.ukBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Our Podcast is now sponsored by Metal Detecting News - www metaldetectingnews.co.ukJoin us with the organisers of this year's 'Digathon 2025' to answer any questions you have about this new metal detecting rally taking part on 22nd - 25th August. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us LIVE at 8pm GMT to speak with the finder Steve Hickman on his amazing civil war hoard found metal detecting a couple of years ago. Recently sold at auction for £63,000...!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us with Fodder Phil to discuss his amazing matrix seal and find out how it went at auction, along with Tony Cawood from TC Detects and the NEW Metal Detecting News...!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Dave and Donna with guest Alexander Aka @HolzHammerSagas to discuss Great British Metal Detecting, at its best, while out in the English and Welsh Countryside!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us with Archaeological researcher, historical detectorist, landscape survey, geophysics, 3D drone surveyor James Barnes. With LOTS to discuss with Donna and Adrian in the surveying of the detecting land under our feet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us to celebrate our 250th episode and special guest from Canada, Detexpert Laurie Gagne. Our usual chat on metal detecting and news along with an insight into Laurie's detecting background.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Adrian and Dave to catch up on whats happening in the world of Archaeology and Metal DetectingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Adrian and Dave to catch up on whats happening in the world of Archaeology and Metal DetectingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Dave, Donna and Adrian with our special guests, Julian Evan-Hart and Nick West to discuss VE day along with some amazing metal detecting finds and storiesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Dave is back, Join us with Lucas and Holly from Grim Bleeper YouTube metal detecting channel for an evening of fun chatting about metal detecting and the hobby.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Donna & Adrian with YouTuber Miss Detectorist 'Ellie' based in Devon who combines her passions for metal detecting, landscape art, and filmmaking to explore our rich history.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Donna and Adrian to speak with Jelly on her recent bucket lister and also charity event she is entering soon. Dave will be back soon

Join us with Luke from Swing & Dig to discuss his range of metal detecting accessories and some new products. Plus all the other fun and entertaining bits that come with the show!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Who digs iron when metal detecting...? Join Donna and Adrian to discuss why we should possibly be digging more iron when out in the field.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

EPISODE 242 - Join Donna and Adrian LIVE at 8pm GMT to discuss the most common questions relating to metal detecting. Feel free to enter your question in the chat when live.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Dave and Adrian talking about spades currently available within the metal detecting community. How they compare and their personal choices.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us tonight to talk about metal detecting and metal detectors with Tim Kennett from UK metal Detectors.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

We have Team Rutus with us on the show discussing the Rutus Versa metal detector which is a hidden gem machine. Plus win prizes in our FREE PRIZE DRAW. YOU MUST BE WATCHING THE SHOW TO CLAIM YOUR PRIZE. UK VIEWERS ONLY.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

General chat around the hobby of metal detecting along with some new products coming out AND how to enter our RUTUS FREE Prize Draw next week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Episode 238 Dave and Adrian will be chatting with Chris about the Minelab detectors, his YouTube channel and also a FREE giveaway on the LIVE show.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

This week we will be discussing pin-pointers and the different types available, cost, performance, value and more....!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Episode 236 Dave and Adrian chat with Digger Dawn on the new GARRETT Vortex and her finds and the usual banter on the show PLUS Adrian's wall…!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

This week we are books related to the hobby of metal detecting AND the chance to win some books on the LIVE show! Join Dave, Donna and Adrian to find out what great books are available along with some good old banter.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Live on the show we will be chatting with Anthony Lee Harris on the new way for dig organisers to host events for metal detectorists in the UK. Join us with your questions and to find out more about this new website!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Last minute cancellation of our guest tonight BUT Dave and Adrian will be chatting about metal detecting with some 'light' humour...!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Happy New Year to all our viewers. Tonight we have TC Detects announcing the competition to win a Rutus Versa Kindly supplied by Detecnicks Ltd and RUTUS Metal Detectors.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Episode 231 and our Christmas special episode where you might win some metal detecting prizes...!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

We might not have a guest tonight but can easily talk all night about the hobby of metal detecting and of course interact with our lovely viewers in the chat.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Tonight talking funnily enough about metal detecting...!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Dave is back with Adrian and tonight's guest is Bob Thorpe from Biddulph Grange talking about lots of things....!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join Adrian & Donna with Roman Coin Guru Chip Gruszczinski LIVE from the US!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us with the Editor of Treasure Hunting Magazine to discuss his book and his stories of metal detecting over the years.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

An update on the 2025 Rodney Cook Memorial Rallies AND a NEW Finds Identified III Book out.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us talking about spooky artefacts and stories within the field and out when metal detecting from us and viewers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us to discuss bits and bobs about the hobby of metal detecting and also join in with our live chat. Dave is ill and 'might' be on the show but if not Shane will be joining us!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

on the show tonight we have Rodney Cook Memorial rally organisers Gary and John to update us on how this years rallies went and possibly how much has been raised this year for charity. AND finds made at the 2024 No Frills event.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.

Join us tonight with detectorist Jelly Morgan discussing her button hoard :o) and some great free prize giveaways with Adrian's wall.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-big-detecting-show--3690873/support.