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Have you ever dreamt of discovering buried treasure or stumbling upon an ancient relic? If so, then you’ll need a reliable metal detector to turn this dream into a reality. 

Finding the best metal detector for beginners and children is no easy task, which is why it’s important you choose your machine wisely from a reputable source. At Crawfords, we stock the best beginner metal detectors in the UK – so you can ensure you’re investing in quality without breaking the bank.

Whether you’re a beginner or looking to get your kids involved for the first time, our collection of children's metal detectors will help you move one step closer to unearthing that secret goldmine.


Minelab Go-Find 11

From £119.00

Add a Carry Bag
Add a Detecting Team Kid's Accessory Pack

Minelab Go-Find 11 Kids Starter Bundle

From £135.99

Choose your colour
Add a Carry Bag

Minelab Go-Find 22 with Free Carry Bag

From £149.00

Add a Detecting Team Kid's Accessory Pack

Minelab Vanquish 340 + Free Carry Bag

From £229.00

Add an Accessory Pack

Minelab Vanquish 440 + Free Pro-Find 15

From £329.00

Add a Stem-mount Probe Clip

Nokta Mini Hoard

£129.95

C.Scope CS1MX

£209.00

Minelab Vanquish 340 Starter Bundle

From £249.00

Add a Pin-Point Probe

Nokta Midi Hoard

£139.95

Minelab X-Terra Pro Bundle Deal

From £449.99

Add a Carry Bag
Add a Pin-Point Probe

Minelab X-Terra Pro Metal Detector | Versatile Single-Frequency Detection

From £329.00

Add a Carry Bag
Add Headphones

Minelab Vanquish 540

From £429.00

Add a Carry Bag

Minelab Vanquish 540 Pro-Pack

From £529.00

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Beginners metal detectors

If you’re new to the wonderful world of metal detecting, then finding the right metal detector to get started may seem a little daunting. Fortunately, our collection of the best metal detectors for beginners does all the hard work for you, allowing you to make an informed choice that best suits your needs.

Selecting your first metal detector should be an enjoyable experience, which is why we want to take the stress out of your decision-making. All of our metal detectors for beginners are easy to use, so you won’t need any expert knowledge about complicated settings and tricky technology.

Once you’ve chosen your perfect treasure-hunting companion, we guarantee that you’ll get the metal-detecting bug as soon as you take it out for a spin on your first trip of discovery.

Find the perfect beginner metal detector for you today.

For tips on getting started, follow our Beginners Guide Series on Youtube.

Children's metal detectors

If you’re trying to think up new ways to get your children outdoors and away from their devices, then the hobby of metal detecting could well be the solution. Kids love to discover new things, so encouraging them to embark on their own treasure-hunting journey is a no-brainer and can ignite an interest in history.

See how the children at this Lincolnshire school enjoyed their days out using the Minelab Vanquish 340 Metal Detectors in our Detecting School video series.

Our collection of children’s metal detectors are all light and easy to use, which means they’ll be kept occupied for hours on your next family adventure to the countryside or a day out at the beach. While some of our metal detectors are designed specifically for children, we also have other machines that are suitable for adult use too, meaning your kids won’t outgrow their detector any time soon. Plus, it means the young at heart can have a go as well.

Browse the best children’s metal detectors in the UK today and get your kids excited about venturing out into the great outdoors once again.

Shopping with Crawfords

Finding the best beginner's and children’s metal detectors doesn’t need to be difficult. Not only do we offer the best quality detectors in the business, but there are also some other great perks to shopping with Crawfords.

  • Price match guarantee. Our generous price match policy means you can enjoy peace of mind – knowing that you’ve got access to the best metal detector deals on the market. 
  • Expert knowledge. At Crawfords, we are all passionate detectorists ourselves. This means that we have experience using the equipment we stock first-hand, so you know you’re buying quality products that are used by experienced metal detectorists.
  • Free delivery. Enjoy even more bang for your buck with our FREE delivery offer for any UK order priced at £99 or above. Our standard delivery on everything over £99 is delivered the next day via DPD.
  • Proud heritage. We are delighted to share that we have been the leading independent metal-detecting dealer since 1995. This means that our best metal detectors for beginners and children recommendations are not based on any manufacturer dealerships we have and the Crawfords team possesses a wealth of industry experience.

Best metal detectors for beginners and children

Hopefully you now feel more confident when it comes to making a decision about investing in a metal detector for beginners or children. As soon as you’ve got your dream machine, you’ll be eager to get started and take your first steps on your path to discovery.

To get the most out of your experience, why not check out our accessories and helpful books to ensure you’re fully prepared for your first outing? 

At Crawfords, we believe our collection of beginners and children's metal detectors are the best in the business, which is why we are confident you’ll be able to find the metal detector and accompanying accessories that suit you. The only thing left to decide is what to do with all the gold coins and Roman artefacts you find.