East Riding of Yorkshire · beach metal detecting rules
Can you metal detect on East Riding of Yorkshire beaches?
AllowedThe council's coast FAQ answers 'Yes' to using metal detectors on the beach and points you to the national Code of Practice for Responsible Metal Detecting. No permit is mentioned.
- Covers
- Bridlington, Flamborough area, Hornsea, Withernsea and the Holderness coast to Spurn
- Watch out for
- The same page warns that parts of the East Coast beaches have erosion debris and fragments from Ministry of Defence firing ranges. It does not name any beaches with different rules.
- What the source says
"Can I use metal detectors on the beach? Yes. For full guidance on the use of metal detectors you are encouraged to read the Metal Detecting National Code of Practice document"
- Source
- www.eastriding.gov.uk/leisure/tourism-and-attractions/coastal-attractions/east-r
- Checked
- 8 Nov 2026
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