Tyndrum Gold. My best Scottish gold panning trip ever !

Gold Panning in the United Kingdom in the stunning Scottish Highlands. There is a modern day Gold Rush in the UK with a new gold mine in town at the Connonish mine site. On this trip we visit Tyndrum where there is gold in abundance ! . If you are into gold panning videos then this might be just for you. .
I am a gold prospecting film maker where my aim is to share my experiences with you, and more importantly to give you a honest account of what I find.
thank you for watching MrDazP1.....
#goldpanning #goldmining #tyndrumgold #Nuggets , #Pickers, #Sluicing, #Scottish gold

[@MOTOMINING]

Sunny skies? No way is this Scotland! Beautiful scenery, great narration and production!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for watching Moto Mining. It is a lovely place to spend the day no matter what you are into !

[@ewanbrotherston8929]

Hi, if you want some company next time in Tyndrum give me a shout. Based in Edinburgh but keen to get out when allowed. Great info and videos, these got me into panning so thanks, all the richer for it in many ways.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you for the kind comments there Ewan, I was hoping to to get back up there at Easter but things never came to fruition for obvious reasons. It's a great hobby and I hope you find some of the good stuff on your next trip.

[@eddahbrahim5414]

hi

[@garytodd9451]

I am starting to do prospecting because of your great videos where is the best place to find that amount of gold I live in the north east of England in Newcastle eney ideas would be great thank you 😁👍

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hello Gary and thanks for the comments. If you can pop over to Scotland you will always be finding gold many locations like Leadhills, Wanlockhead etc. You could try the river Coquet or the rivers in the Northern Pennines near Nenthead. I would research why the Romans wanted to settle near Vindolanda too (Just a thought) The best thing about prospecting is to try your luck on any nearby river or stream and find the bedrock with cracks in it or where the gravels are covering the bedrock.

[@eddahbrahim5414]

hi

[@mikesmith-js7mp]

Did you jave to get land owners permission etc to prospect

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

On this trip I did not, gold panning seems to be accepted up here.

[@mikesmith-js7mp]

Thanks for that, where would you recommend trying. It's my first time up Scotland panning

[@MrRamEdits]

Last place I went camping was tyndrum with my dad back in 2016. You panned right where I did at the beginning. I also went around new the tiny bridge. I have to get back there sometime soon and pitch myself a little tent. For the memories.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Great story to hear there Ram. Isn't it a magical place. Thanks for watching Ram.

[@Gordon669]

Wow this is just half an hour up the road from me (loads car with kitchen sieve). Byeeeee

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

And a tea spoon.

[@jibjab351]

A great little portable wash plant, looks like you found a good amount but there needs to be a weigh in to finish off.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I don't normally find enough to weigh to be honest. Stay tuned my friend for some extra bits and a weigh in as a part 2.

[@duplicitouskendoll9402]

Very cool and a great location. I bet the Environment Agency would have a fit if they saw you digging up that stream!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I use only tea spoons and a hand scoop to move small and the barest of materials . On the walk up there was literally a crater exposed ! Now that would shock most people rather then my wife wondering why the kitchen draw was a bit a shy of spoons to stir the coffee. Thanks for watching buddy.

[@AlexanderJBarrett]

Brilliant video, thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to seeing more.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you for the feedback Alex.

[@nickpreece3570]

Lovely video great imaginary camera work just fantastic. All great fun awakens the feelings you had as a young lad having adventures,(Iam now in my fifties)going out to find some with my mate in Wales this summer.the effort you put into producing these films is much appreciated

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for the positive feed back. I didn't know where to start when it came to editing this film but something just seemed to click into place after hours and hours of piecing clips together. Good luck in Wales. I went there yesterday and found 2 parts of nothing after shifting a huge boulder lol.

[@horracemarsland1384]

Great footage and for your hard graft,hope you find some really nice pieces.:-)

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for watching and passing on positive feedback ,It's always appreciated.

[@bobross6602]

Blue Skies in Scotland? I thought that was a Myth

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

It was perfect weather. I couldn't believe my luck.

[@DEmma1972]

More than good enough to be on TV. Great tips again

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for the kind words , I've got a mini part 2 from this trip of all the bits I left out.

[@DEmma1972]

Roughly how far do we have to walk off the beaten path to get here? Looking forward to part 2

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@DEmma1972 You could walk really high up but I would go extremely light with equipment if that was the plan. I walked about an hour up to this spot and that was enough with all of the tackle I carried.

[@Jimmyboy1674]

Excellent film mate!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for that, I appreciate your reply.

[@Jimmyboy1674]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures i used to live in southern california and dabbled in a bit of prospecting. Never found much, i think they dug it all up 😂 I live in Port Glasgow now and a few buddies have panned at Tyndrum! Need to get back into it. I like your mobile operation, looks like you get some good results! Keep up the good work and if your back up this way give me a shout!👍

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@Jimmyboy1674 thanks again Jim. There must be gold in the Clyde.

[@TheParadigmShiftTV]

Now this is a hobby I could get into. Great video. Cheers from Canada

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Cheers, being from Canada I thought you would have been into this anyway lol.. Can I ask how you found this video ?

[@TheParadigmShiftTV]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures It just showed up in my recommended videos feed. Must be the Scotland drone videos I've been watching. Scotland is next on my list of places to visit

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

​@@TheParadigmShiftTV Thanks for replying. I often wonder how these videos get found by the viewers. Scotland is an amazing place to visit. I will share a link I've just watched about the NC500 which I cycled last year. Some great drone shots and film work here from the GCN team

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnuVmHSPYryNnrc

[@TheParadigmShiftTV]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures Looks like a pretty impressive cycling route. I'd be hitting all the Highland distilleries.

[@TheApple4472]

Would you not find bigger pickers and nuggets if you searched further up the flow?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

That's a good question. The first thing you have to consider is how far you are prepared to hike with the equipment because it's really hard going. It's a massive mountain after all. The second thing is knowing where the veins are. I did some research on where others had tried and then found this spot which looked right. I wanted to go back there this spring to go a bit higher but the virus stopped everything.

[@TheApple4472]

Do they actually mine anywhere in Scotland ( for gold)?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@TheApple4472 oh yes and it's just around the corner.

[@LVPAcharn]

Liked and subscribed. I live in Highland Perthshire about and hours drive from there but l would like to try the little rivers and burns around here as l am sure there should be some to be had :)

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

If lived so close to this area I would prospect every stream over a few years and build up my own little gold map. I suspect this place could have countless possibilities . Thanks for the comment.

[@golddiggernz]

Top Vid mate, nice gold, where did you buy your snuffer bottle the yellow sucker thing, I need one, it looks like it works perfect :-), keep up the good work.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for watching and hope this link helps. www.goldpanningsupplies.co.uk/index.php

[@todtiger]

Brilliant mate.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Not quite Cliviger is it but still breath taking.

[@glendadalejones3753]

Great video.yes,love to see more of these as this is what interests me...I know you’ve prospected in wales.northern wales,but I wonder what is the geology of s.w wales? I believe ther r a few spots in Pemba and Carmarthenshire... what was your total clean up in weight on ur Scottish trip?just v interested,nice to put a figure to the picture. Cheers 👍

[@dmtstuff]

Good video Mr Daz. Must have just missed you. Been up here all week. Moved on from tyndrum now and will be heading down to Wanlock Head/Leadhills for the Easter weekend. Keep em coming buddy!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@dmtstuff I thought you might have been up there and was going to do the same on the way back and call in in the Mennock but was totally whacked and all panned out. I will visit Wales tomorrow for a session after spending all day setting the caravan up for the season

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I need to get some digital scales to add that extra touch to my videos but normally it's not worth weighing really. As for Wales there will be places worth trying out for sure. I would research old maps and British geological survey reports for signs of potential . I think it's also important to prospect places of interest to you and then give it a (√ ) or (x) . Thanks for the comments.

[@dmtstuff]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures I know the whacked out feeling.... 5 days in and I'm feeling it with 4 more to go. Some cracking pieces there buddy 😊

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@dmtstuff On day three I was feeling it big time and I cycle 10,000 miles a year ! Good luck up at Leadhills.

[@themanfromdelmonte9316]

What sluice are you using?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

It's a Ruthless mining model but I don't think they make em' any more.

[@themanfromdelmonte9316]

No worries thanks. I seen the link for highland sluice further down in the comments 👍😷

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@themanfromdelmonte9316 I couldn't even tell you the make of the green matting Stuart but there are plenty of well built British and Scottish sluices out there on the market.

[@ofos82]

Fantastic video. I have been wanting to start panning for a while. There is a lot of information regarding panning in Scotland. Could you advise a starter kit for me and any tips or links, books etc to help me along?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

www.goldpanningsupplies.co.uk/index.php/gold-pans-kits/gold-panning-kits this link is usually a good one but the shop might be closed at present. Leadhills is always a good place to start. As for hints and tips I would practice with a pan at home with some lead fishing weights and good old dirt to learn how the materials move and how the heavy particles stay in the bottom of the pan. I would also watch tutorials on KZbin ( I have a few) but be mindful of the American ones because they will find nuggets on every session. The reality of prospecting is also learning to read a river on the move. There will be a gold line some where and if you are not on it a good river could appear pretty naff. You might want to check out DT prospecting channel too. Any more advice just ask ....

[@ofos82]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures thanks so much for the advice, I've watched a lot of tutorials the last couple of days but that will be completely different from getting out there and doing it, I'll get a few weights and give the practice panning a go (stuck at home the now anyways) thanks again though 👍

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@ofos82 Stay safe and have fun buddy

[@Jafmanz]

interesting to think that all that gold arrived on earth after it formed.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I often think about this and it is mind blowing kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJylkoObZrCrn80

[@waynehutchinson4519]

Why the surprise? There is a gold mine there belonging to Scotgold - see www.scotgoldresources.com/

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

The gold mine is now fully functional

[@johngr9963]

heard yesterday that there had been some violence in the area, local scottish boys not happy with incommers into the area.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

That doesn't sound good

[@markmcarthur2090]

You might not be aware that there is a gold mine in Tyndrum.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Yes that's on the other side of the town . They have high hopes for the amounts of gold possible there .

[@melandpaulsaunders6950]

one of the best videos ive watched on KZbin. Superb clarity. Lovely editing. Straightforward, informative and no nonsense. I work on the west highland railway line that runs adjacent to that river and every year I say to myself I must come back and do a bit of gold panning in the summer time. Your video has inspired me to do that this year (covid depending). Happy gold hunting and once again great video. Top drawer stuff, well done.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you so much for the kind words. I was extremely lucky on this trip to have such fantastic weather and as for the gold. That was a bonus. I never expected to find that much on my first visit to this place. It can take years to learn river systems so maybe the river gods were looking down on me. Best of luck if you take up this hobby and be mindful of gold fever.

[@patrickrose1221]

It must be frustrating being so close to it lol. You'll kick yersen if you don't have a go 👍

[@calummclarty7328]

Really enjoyed the video. I live here been thinking of doing this for a while. Also tyndrum is pronounced Tyne drum

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you for this. I asked a Scottish colleague of mine (Glasgow) or a (Weegy)? Who said it was Tin - drum. But I stand corrected by you. Thanks again for this.

[@smujiodome]

MrDazp1 Yes. Tyne Drum. From the Gaelic meaning “ house on the ridge’

[@hlund73]

I only clicked to see if it'd be pronounced correctly. Tbh it took me a good 10 years of visiting the to learn. Nice drone footage!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@hlund73 There are places all over the UK that have local place names I can't say correctly and I live near them lol. Slaithwaite is pronounced Slouwit ! You can't win.

[@esperoutdoors9421]

great vid! loved the drone footage very slick. Ive always fancied going up to Tyndrum to do some prospecting. looks like you found a great location

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Cheers, you could spend all day flying the drone up there it is simply stunning. I was surprised to find that much in one place to be honest.

[@marcoperoni4735]

Great video. But where's the all important "Weigh in"? Every gold rush should have one. 👍👍👍

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Yes I think your right there buddy. It's hard trying to please everyone and to cover every possible angle for such a wide audience. I will weigh the gold soon so stay tuned.

[@snaz27]

There was no weigh in? Man... Glad I read the comment without wasting any more of my time watching... This video is next to pointless without knowing the final weight! XD

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@snaz27 Thanks for taking the time to reply and share your views on the matter regarding the all important weigh in.

[@Lookoutmedia353]

@@snaz27 Trust me this video is far from pointless! The amount of information and tips on how to find British gold was great. It's not all about the weigh in, even though it would be nice to get a final tally.It's your loss if you don't watch it, but i'll be definitely subscribing.

[@snaz27]

@@Lookoutmedia353 - Why would I trust you? I will trust myself, thanks though... For me it is pointless! To be honest even a weigh in is not enough! I want to know how much it cost to travel there, did he stay in a hotel... Basically, what was the profit for the trip... This is the kind of information I would want to know... The rest is fine yeah (how to find gold etc), no problem, but without that other information I mentioned it's useless!

[@Lookoutmedia353]

Great video! Very informative and well put together. I'll be subscribing and looking forward to more videos on this subject. I've always wondered if there are gold deposits anywhere in the Yorkshire area or the Lake district.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for the comments and yes there is gold in Yorkshire in some rivers. I need to get out to some and prospect. All the best MrDazP1

[@theRhinsRanger]

Look at all that bare land, it saddens me the Scots fir, oak and other big trees used to dominate the area till it was destroyed

[@WS-ij1fu]

Zoe P The communities were destroyed 200 years ago it was called the highland clearances.

[@garethzero]

The ground is too shallow to support trees like oak its mostly rock with a bit of top soil.

[@vr_gamers8116]

@@garethzero Scotland was once almost 100% covered in a vast Forest, some of the ancient Caledonian forest which formed after the last ice age can still be found in areas of Tyndrum, most of the deforestation of the Scottish Highlands was a result of subsequent Wars and the need for fuel and building materials for the British Army and Naval forces.. and also the industrial revolution... When you remove a forest you also remove the soil from the land and the ability for people to sustain a living from that land. Tyndrum/ The Highlands could easily have supported Oak trees, before the deforestation.. but the Caledonian Pine tree was dominant in the Highlands.

[@vr_gamers8116]

@Gers Dallas I know it because I have seen them with my own eyes .. The remnance of these ancient forests are preserved for all to see in peat bogs all over the Highlands.

[@vr_gamers8116]

@Gers Dallas www.nature.scot/professional-advice/land-and-sea-management/managing-land/forests-and-woodlands/history-scotlands-woodlands ...... some info.. some of it common sense and obviously it doesn't explain everything.. but it does explain the basics. Enjoy !

[@rastamanralph6670]

As if you threw it back for the gold gods😂😂😂

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

To right Rasta.

[@toetagged1023]

He thought he was fishing lol

[@randyrichardson5325]

Did he just toss all that gold back in The river and that aint british gold it is Scottish gold

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I guess you will have to keep guessing on that one lol.

[@randyrichardson5325]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures on the bolts and wing nuts on your sluice you said it is kinda disrupting the flow just turn them over wingnuts on the bottom

[@CH-ir5xi]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures I couldn't even understand what you said there I'm so confused "And like all the gold that I find out ?????????????????? panning ?????????????? back to the river."

[@sjs260563]

came for the gold, stayed for the epic intro music

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for watching and passing on your comments. I never expected to find such nice pieces on this trip.

[@chrisfarland8075]

34:11 ARGhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh !!!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

You made it to the end . Thank you for 34minutes and 11 seconds of your time lol.

[@martin096]

Haha great response, what do you mean by renewable planning when throwing the gold back into the water? Hello from Wales btw.

[@anarchist]

@@martin096 he said "renewable _panning_" -- presumably the idea being that he is panning for fun, not for profit, so the gold is returned to the river so other people can partake in the hobby. The natural processes by which the gold becomes available in the stream bed take much longer than the human processes to extract it so if the gold was not returned it would become depleted at that location and the hobby would be less sustainable.

[@paulpalmer7353]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures Great video , like the camera work and music

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@martin096 Hello from Wales. I was there a few days after this trip. Throwing the gold back is my strange sense of humour and I am not into the gold for it's worth. It's a great subject to film and share to the world.

[@skiddybop780]

Why the hell would you waste your time in effort in doing this and then throw it back to the river? You could have at least sold it and given the money to a local nature reserve or something.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I enjoy developing my editing and film making hobby and find the gold prospecting a great subject to work with. For me it's about proving it is there or not. I have received strongly worded replies for showing the tiniest of pieces in other films but to me it's never a waste of time or about finding that £50k nugget. This is my prospecting journey so far and hopefully a few more trips to come. I wouldn't even know who to sell it to. Thanks for the comments and dropping by.

[@skiddybop780]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures i appreciate that you are just doing what you love but personally i think if you did sell the gold and give it back to the community in which you found it, it would be such a humble thing to do and people would really respect you for it. I dont think it would be to hard to find a buyer. People sell their flakes on ebay. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Alaskan-Yukon-BC-Gold-Rush-Nuggets-6-Mesh-10-GRAMS-OF-CLEAN-GOLD-FLAKES/142964187549?hash=item214954619d:g:dg8AAOSwFxdb9O0i

[@krashd]

Why do people fish and release their catch? Not everybody does stuff for material gain, some enjoy the recreation. I've heard of groups of people who walk for hours but aren't actually going anywhere, they call it "hiking". Mindblowing stuff!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@krashd Cheers Rob. I love editing and the gold prospecting is a great subject. Can I ask you how you came across this video .?

[@somawheels12]

For me, it just goes againt instinct to throw something away after putting so much effort into finding it. Gold lasts for-ever, its pretty, it's valuable. Its the perfect collectable.

[@Domhangairt]

The Crown of Scotland is made from Scottish gold found in Lanark county.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I think a lot came from the Lowther hills. Thanks for the reply.

[@OldestYoungenInGuidePost]

I thought it was buckfast lids 🤔🤣

[@OldestYoungenInGuidePost]

But on a serious note I went up to the wigwams to stay with me friends and I said on the second day this steam next to our huts has loads of gold in it, my friend said no chance 😒 I literally walked over to the stream and picked up some sand from under a stone and walked back to my friends and said here's some gold.... 3 tiny little flecks of gold 👏🏼 the looks on their face 🤣 There is GOLD everywhere in Scotland 👍🏼

[@Domhangairt]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures The gold used for the crown was found in the Craufurd Hills

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@OldestYoungenInGuidePost It will be in most streams I suspect.

[@gillenzfluff8380]

Douching for gold.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Sure thing

[@RoosKohn]

Beautiful footage. I feel like driving straight up there from Amsterdam😀 I think you have done really well. Please keep you film work flowing

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for watching , that's a long drive from Amsterdam but Scotland is worth visiting for sure.

[@maldutch]

Don't dare come to this country. Stay away...

[@RoosKohn]

@@maldutch now i have to

[@ScotlandsGold]

Uv ruined all your local spots for yourself now 😉

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Yeah It will be hard to go to some rivers now knowing what is really out there but I will prospect more new areas this year across the UK.

[@ScotlandsGold]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures good stuff, a new bench mark indeed.looking forward to watching

[@BrokeMoFo]

HE SLUNG IT BACK INTO THE CREEK!!?!? WTF?!?!

[@MsSharon28]

creek no YOU MEAN BURN

[@ibzkoty]

The Queen lays claim to all gold mined/panned in the UK so it would be a criminal offense to take it.

[@terrydavis6368]

@@ibzkoty that's not true you are allowed to pan rivers.

[@bradleylofthouse5185]

@@terrydavis6368 on who's land ? Permit

[@terrydavis6368]

@@bradleylofthouse5185 nobody owns river beds in the UK.

[@bexbugoutsurvivor]

This is one of your videos I have watched a few times now, awesome stuff, just need to learn to fly a drone for my channel now. (or crash a drone...lol) Inspiring content...

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Cheers buddy, It took me a while to get the confidence to fly a drone . It's a lot of money tied up into a technical gadget where the slightest mistake could be game over. They have a mode called "Tripod " which slows the controls and the speed down by loads which makes for some cinematic footage in tight spaces.

[@Scots_Diesel]

Why dont you try some of the Welsh mountain streams, that's where they found enough to make weddings rings for the future king William and his wife Kate.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3TSh2OMmKxkeKs I do try the Welsh streams Scots D.

[@Scots_Diesel]

Most people try the main mountains in north Wales and snowdonia, but the Brecon Beacons especially the southern end and the Black mountains are geologically similar and may be worth a shot too - keep up the great work I love the high production values, which beats some production quality on TV.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@Scots_Diesel Thanks Scots D. Yes there are parts all over Wales and the UK where the good bedrock seems to be mudstone. Stay tuned my friend.

[@garydickinson426]

All Wedding rings for the royal family are made from welsh gold by tradition?

[@keefardin612]

been there got the tee shirt thanks

[@John2023london]

i want to learn from your experince and could work for you for free for tow to 3 days as traini - if you could tach me i'm in London and have my suv to sleepin it :) i will be Gold prospecting abraod once i learn

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for the offer and for taking the time to comment This Me. By all means feel free to watch more of my videos about gold panning. If you need any tips I would suggest you look at the British Gold Panning Association for clubs or groups in your local area but with the current crisis I doubt that there will be any prospecting allowed or even going outdoors for the forseeable future.

[@John2023london]

MrDazP1 Thanks very much for your kind reply - I thought the crisis was not outside the cities . Hope after crisis I find somebody to learn and I will start in Afghanistan For the first time in that country’s history which will be an amazing opportunity . If you give me one today chance to have company with you after the crisis - please leave me your email address - I could come anywhere in the UK I have my camper van will be deeply appreciated . thanks again

[@eddahbrahim5414]

hi

[@knight-pg8gk]

Not worth the effort for such a little amount gold and to have thrown the gold back is just crazy. I was born and live in scotland wonderful country fresh air unlike south of the border

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

For me it was a very positive and memorable experience and well worth the trip. It's only a bit of fun at the end of the day.

[@knight-pg8gk]

Whatever makes you happy I suppose. 🤔 just seems like alot of work for nothing. You should have at least brought the gold home. But in saying that there's probably a law against it up here. Knowing how fucked up some of our laws are lol

[@err4071]

KNIGHT INDUSTRIES 3000 If he got all that gold which is in the picture at 33:15 in a day or weekend then its not as bad as it seem's, it look.s to me to be at least 2 to 4 grams but its hard to tell from the photo, if it is, its worth £ 60 to £110, which would amount up to a nice Christmas bonus if he was to go there ever weekend for 12 month's

[@knight-pg8gk]

@@err4071 he threw it all back again when he was done.. that to me is a waste of time. All that work for zero pay! If it was me I would keep the gold save it up till I had a good amount then sell it.

[@err4071]

@@knight-pg8gk True buddy :)

[@oskarisalonen4565]

Hi from Finland, what kind of permit I need if I came from Finland and hiking & panning in that area? (Or is that possible anyway)

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

www.strathfillancdt.org.uk/projects/gold-panning

[@piratedredger1857]

Lol it's Scottish gold Mr D , at last you sussed it out , Scotland = gold !!! Scottish gold not British ,there is a huge difference lol . ☠👍👍👍⛏💙

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I thought the gold here was pushed up from England by a tsunami in ancient times (joke) it looks courser than the other stuff I've found. But what a fantastic place to simply walk around let alone go prospecting.

[@SaorAlba1970]

@james jezinvedn not for much longer we won't, Brexit has made sure of that

[@jonnyrocket3659]

this guy clearly knows his stuff, and has a good instinct to know where the colour is hiding... I'd love to know the value of what he's found, and whether it has been worth his time finding it... there have been times when the flood waters were much higher, areas which won't have been panned already, with gold locked in with nowhere to go... climate change is maybe being kind to gold diggers, giving them other areas to look at. Be clever, think about where gold might have settled in cracks and crevices 10,000 years ago, not in recent years which have all been panned to death. I have a JCB to hire, £300/day with 50% finders fee on all gold recovered.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks Jonny, I guess I was lucky on this trip because this spot had been worked many times previous .

[@lukeking1608]

Wait!!! STOP. You are getting small pickers from a couple small rocks and a bank of the water way?? Why have you not claimed the entire side of that hill and dredged every pond on that little waterway. You're looking at a comfortable life.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

It doesn't quite work like that Luke but we can all dream about the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. It's just a hobby for me and I work for a living which affords me a happy lifestyle

[@123kerrison]

Hi Daz great video I really enjoyed it. I think I'm going to do a similar video on my channel but could you tell me do I need a license for the Tyndrum and if so can you tell me where I get it from? Cheers for the content

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks Mr K - It appears that you can go there and pan freely. The local camp site promotes it on their website if that helps

[@bodge6886]

Whilst it’s great fun to go for gold, is it worth effort financially speaking because it costs to go stay in hotels and drive around.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

It's like all other hobbies, you do It for the joy, the experience and it certainly gets you out and about. Personally, I don't search for gold for profit or gain.

[@boomshanka8743]

Hello from Illinois, liked and subbed. How does the law work for prospecting in the UK? Can individuals prospect on public or crown land? I imagine most land is privately owned, is there any public right to prospect law? Do mining and mineral claims have to be posted? I must say I am surprised at how much color you found in that creek.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks so much for subscribing to my channel. You can get permits for some locations in the UK and for other locations the agencies have turned a blind eye over recent years but things are changing more and more as people take up the hobby. There is a mine in full operation at this location and likewise in Wales. Ireland has another project in full swing no too. It's quite surprising to learn about how much gold the UK has revealed over the centuries. The Romans mined the hell out of the place and for many other natural resources. I have met fellow prospectors who have found some really nice pieces ! All the best form this side of the wold buddy and take care.

[@GOLD_FEVER]

Your editing is GOOD! Methinks you have some experience in the medium! Great gold i wish i could find that kind of gold every day even here in the California goldfields !

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you ALE Melchemko 👍, I am always trying to develop my editing skills with the basic equipment I have and there is some great gold to be had in the UK, it just isn't widely put out there for all to know.

[@julianmarsh7993]

Don't forget, lead, gold/mercury amalgam can be 'crumbly', just needs a blow torch and an FFP-3 face mask with crab sticks and sweet chilli sauce.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for the reminders there Julian, nice one.

[@albertcab]

Greetings from Girona, Catalunya. One question: Have you not thought about switching to the dream mat?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hello Albert, yes I have . The dream mat looks pretty good. Do you use the dream mat.

[@elvisburgerking8675]

Great Videos, i've watched several now, so please put me out of my misery, and tell me if you make more money from the gold or from marketing the videos ? I hate my job, getting cold and wet , shovelling dirt for several hours after a hike with heavy backpack and prospecting for gold sometimes seems like an easier option. so spill the beans, how rich or poor is this hobby ?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Great question, I work full time to earn a living. In my spare time I like to film my hobbies for which I earn no money from at all. I think KZbin is a valuable tool to share experiences and help others out on literally, you name it - anything. The reward for making a video like this , with no script, no real plan and not even knowing if there will be any gold to show at the end is all part of the fun. I often joke about the thought of recieving a £1 for every view, I could earn a small fortune. But sadly that's not the case. There's no money in this game unless you become a full-time KZbinr and sell your soul to media giants, which to me is not what I want. As for the gold, it will have some value per gram maybe £50 - £100 but if it was that easy to find we'd all be doing it. I don't sell the few specs I do find , it just makes for a great subject to film. Thanks again for the great question buddy.

[@daveenglish2]

Bloody 'ell...you like your noise pollution..When you are out in the countryside, do you have a noisy soundtrack blasting away ? Have some respect for nature without adding unnecessary sound effects.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you for your critique Dave, I have an amp that goes up to number 11 just to let people know I'm about.

[@KevinEdwards-if6ni]

Looks like your slouce mate is the wrong way around, upside down in the video, if so, your losing gold. I might be seeing it wrong, but it looks as if it needs turning around.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hi Kevin, the sluice was set up correctly, I can assure you that . The green mat traps the gold by the profile of the riffles which creates a low pressure zone for the heavies to come to rest in.

[@rogerthedodger5788]

Fascinating video. I never realised there was any gold left in Scotland. I have to ask about permissions. Can anyone just try their luck. Here in UK you sneeze and you're trespassing on land. Do you need landowners permission?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thanks for watching Roger. I went to this location having watched other videos and was under the impression that it was accepted. I would try to seek permission where ever possible though.

[@zenon-paulking3399]

Got some lovely Scottish river gold and some darker gold but sadly nothing from my own neck of the woods Cornwall. Yet.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

They reckon Cornwall's gold is a thing of beauty Paul, keep on searching and let us know how you get on. Best of luck with the hunt !

[@scottjock]

Hi. very informative. I understand you have to have a prospecting licence nowadays in Scotland? Is that correct?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

You can get permissions for some locations in Scotland by a yearly fee. In Tyndrum the local campsite allows you to pan beside your pitch on the site

[@robertsnyder5149]

That creek does not look conducive to fish spawning so what would be the problem to using a 2 inch back pack suction dredge?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Gold panning in the UK doesn't allow dredges but you can use a hand suction pump to draw gravels up into a bucket.

[@castlemining]

Love this video. Do you need a permit or anything to pan in Tyndrum? I'm hoping to get up there soon. You going up anytime soon mate? Cheers Stevie.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

You can just turn up here and pan is the way it seems to be Stevie . I am chomping at the bit to get out but have been too busy lately to get to a river.

[@robertsnyder5149]

It's funny there aren't any mines right there? That big quartz vein is most likely one of the origins.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

There is a gold mine in Tyndrum now

[@brentsmith5647]

Brilliant man love watching and learning ♥️👀👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you Brent 👍👍👍👍

[@nw4x4adventures]

Could you recommend somewhere to take my son to try panning American TV has a lot to answer for

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I know exactly what you are on about. Tony Beets has a lot to answer for .... The lead mining museum at Leadhills would be a great place to start. You can get a permit to pan and they might even offer courses. It's easy access from the A74/M Best of luck on your adventures

[@albertcab]

Sorry but I would like to know where to find that yellow pear pacifier that you use?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hello Albert, I got it from www.goldpanningsupplies.co.uk/ hope this helps.

[@chriscarter3588]

Hi just wondering what are the legality’s for the normal person prospecting do you need a licence to do it or anything like that

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

On some rivers you can obtain permission to pan for gold and on others it appears to be a case of they are well known panning spots that people frequent. For me it's a just lesiurely pursuit but some people may go at it on a much larger scale .

[@Luke_explores]

Hi love the video. I wonder do you need a permit or licence to pan for gold in that area? I would love to have a go one day

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hi Luke, the campsite in the village allows you to pan next to the pitches where the river runs by. It is a popular place to visit these days, more so after the BBC iPlayer series - Gold Town.

[@montanaheaventush]

on a brief reading on the rules, it seemed to say you were not permitted to use a sluice, at least that's the case in Baile an Or. Were you elsewhere?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Most people who visit this location will sluice or snipe. Tell me more about Baile an Or Stephen. It sounds interesting.

[@TheChrisg67]

Hi where is the best place to find gold mining equipment? Thanks for the video 📹

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

www.goldpanningsupplies.co.uk/ Try this link Chris

[@thomasmccracken8819]

Excellent and entertaining video subbed look forward to seeing your notifications.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Welcome aboard Thomas and thanks for watching the videos , cheers budddy.

[@MsTbeasT]

Just got my first panning kit, thinking of trying my luck in the Pennines, and the Dales for a start. Is that a good shout? Is there Gold in them thar hills? :)

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

There's small specs to be found near where Lancashire the Dales and Cumbria have borders but it could be anywhere. The ice age dumped some near Bridlington and it's not supposed to be there. Best of luck buddy

[@MsTbeasT]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures Nice one, cheers pal

[@stevetaylor1273]

Hi daz what about trying exmoor north devon see if there is gold please 👍🏻

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

There's so many places I'd to try Steve. I think a campervan is needed

[@Yagdrol]

I really love your videos about the countryside but not so much the gold prospecting. I'm not aware of the legality of prospecting but i bet you definitely need a license to do this as it is causing environmental changes? If caught i reckon the authorities would make an example and come down hard on you.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I do have a permit for some locations and this one is a recognised area to go gold panning. The campsite in the village actively encourages it on their website

[@bubumic2971]

I`d join you but i live in eastern fucking europe ! ... :( FML

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

FML !

[@DiggerDawn]

loved this video its so exciting! you love life and are a superb editor :-)

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hello Dawn, thanks for the comments, I was lucky with the weather and found some good gold after a bit of looking up and down the burn. It's only 4 hours from our neck o' the woods and stunning.

[@peekeyeseek]

Do you mean to say that I have thrown away gold in those bloody rocks? F#ck me.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

It's there just waiting to be found

[@brentsmith5647]

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[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Thank you too Brent

[@kevatnorthfield]

Its not about the value its about having fun. id guess that would be worth £15 at a push

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

If the spot price is £50 a gram and this gold is worth 3 times that rate then it will be a lot more Kevin but I don't do it for the money. It's just a hobby. Thanks for the comments pal.

[@memetboyko7262]

My frend teritory iz good baying metal detector a good sorcing an mace for people god videos

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Cheers Memet

[@JakeDetects]

Hi Daz, love the channel and the videos. Extraordinary to see how much you can find. I'm currently saving my gold to forge mine and my partners wedding rings. I'd love to come with you sometime so you can show me the ropes as I am not having much luck! I am aiming to go to Tyndrum in a month or so. Be great to hear from you.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hello Jake, it's a great hobby to get into for sure. We all need a bit of patience and some good luck at times. I was planning to be up there as we speak but unfortunately all the best made plans of mice and men springs to mind

[@1988bigdaz]

I’m very new to all this but it’s something I’ve wanted to do for years, I’m currently on my first gold prospecting trip in Scotland i have spent a couple of days in tyndrum and haven’t found a thing, help me please what am I doing wrong I don’t want to get rich just find a flake or two 😂😂

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I would drive up the main road out of town on the A82 for about 10 mins, over the crest of the hill and then turn left on the B8074. That's the Orchy. Find a layby, walk to a section of the river and look for bedrock slabs. Scrape the cracks thoroughly and any gravels in bigger crevices, take your time panning and you should find gold there. If not walk past the GreenWelly over the footbridge, there's gold in that stream all the way up.👍

[@1988bigdaz]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures legend thank you very much I will let you know how I get on

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Please do and best of luck. 👍

[@andyg6967]

I have to do this,would like to know the weigh in versus time and expenses but it's not just about the Gold,the place is stunningly beautiful.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hi Andy I did a separate video for the weigh in. It's not about the weight for me or the value, it's about the sense of adventure pal, thanks for commenting.

[@andyg6967]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures I can totally understand that mate,I'd use the Gold prospecting as an excuse to escape the real world for a while.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@andyg6967 that's the plan Andy.

[@optimeenergy2869]

Bloody brilliant. Well filmed and very interesting. Instead of a flat bar holding the mats bend up a u shape and fix it from the sides. This will keep your water flow smoother.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Great tip and super comments thanks for watching Matt.

[@irinivassilakis3389]

Iwould like to know how much money you get for that bit of gold

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Gold is worth about £50/g but Scottish gold could be more Irini. Personally I don't sell it, it's just a great hobby.

[@callumjbain1]

Great video - I live not far from tyndrum, makes me tempted to give it a go myself!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

You should Callum. there is a lot of gold in the hills all around these parts.

[@MayhemProspecting]

Awesome work bro! You have a lot of the same style when it comes to drone videography as I do! Love it. Sweet adventure and location, and of course the shiny in the pan! Keep it up and thanks for taking us along. New Sub

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Cheers Mayhem P, the drone really adds that little extra touch to the videos when you are trying to tell the story. I use a DJI Crystal monitor for the connection to the drone via a clever little mount which looks really neat. I will check your channel out too.

[@MayhemProspecting]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures I have never seen that, I'll look into it! But I absolutely agree, not only does it make epic B roll but it lets the viewer really see everything about the location! Heck yeah bro thank you!

[@rhyshaynes9660]

Do you know what estate owns this land looking at getting permission and can't work it out? Gold panning isn't under the rights to roam I presume. Cheers for any help. Great video

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I'm not sure Rhys but most people just rock up here and pan, as I did , just make sure you go up enough so as not to bother the locals. Try the campsite too as they advertise panning in the river on their website.

[@rhyshaynes9660]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures cool cheers.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@rhyshaynes9660 Go for it Rhys

[@atadventuresuk]

Awsome work yet again dear sir your videos are just getting better and better along with your knowledge experience and passion so thank you for sharing..!! We have just recently received our dream mat sluice and as Sod’s law goes we are stuck in the city for a few weeks. Scotland trip is due in July so looking forward to trying it out. Thanks again and keep up the good work.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I am believer of work hard and play hard so you will get to play at some stage and it will be worth it. Embracing the great out doors is good for the soul. Good luck with your new dream mat and let us know how you get on with your adventure.

[@davebaker4911]

Kind of new to this so was wondering, are there any rules or regulations to be aware of when going prospecting? Am I able to search without a permit or do you need permission? Thanks

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Hello Dave, It's all a bit of a grey area, There are some locations where you can prospect with permission and others appear to be more relaxed. I would always advise that you look at the British Gold panning association website or further details.

[@davebaker4911]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures Thanks buddy, me and a friend have been sort of looking into doing it. Will check that site out and thanks again for the info. Ps, happy new year ;)

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@davebaker4911 Have fun Dave and enjoy the adventure

[@jacsfalconer1929]

Do you need a prospecting licence. If so where do you apply. Thank you. 👍👍

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

It looks like most people up here just take to the hills, wild camp and pan without any permits JF.

[@jacsfalconer1929]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures Thank you so much for reply. Much appreciated. 👍👍

[@patrickrose1221]

Ad never come om youth 😅😆 Good as gold 😉👌

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

No worries Patrick

[@mancavecreations6535]

i had i good trip there but got eaten alive

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

There's like a magical day where one minute they are none existent and the day after, there are swarms of em.....

[@LYNXHQ]

Went there yesterday. Very very good spot for finding the goods. I must have been 2 mins away from the town centre aswell 😅

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Is there snow on the mountains ?

[@LYNXHQ]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures going through the cairngorms there was but at Tyndrum no. was very warm actually.

[@LYNXHQ]

speaking of cairngorms, i saw a juicy looking spot near Delwhinne just off the A9. looking forwards to having ago there!

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

There's a lot going on in the Montrose area heading in land I believe

[@robinwells8879]

In the late eighties BP had a team prospecting not a million miles from there. They found a discreet deposit that was nearly economic not least for the rare earths found in association. Lots of mineralisation all around Argyll.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I can believe it Robin. The gold mine is just around the corner from here too and Tyndrum was relying on it to help boost the local economy.

[@robinwells8879]

Yes I recall the report. Meant to say that the production of your videos is excellent. Very watchable. Thanks for sharing.

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@robinwells8879 Thanks for the comments Robin. I really appreciate the positive feed back

[@CarCosmeticsChannel]

Great Video. Do you catch the train up to Tyndrum?

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I drive there but I have cycled to and from Tyndrum on my adventures doing Land's end to John o' Groats.

[@CarCosmeticsChannel]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures Wow cycling with all your gear. The Bionic Man! :D

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Not quite with my gold pans but interestingly, you passing many gold bearing rivers along the way...

[@CarCosmeticsChannel]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures where do you travel from?

[@lewbees9994]

hi daz, 2 weeks ago i called past after a night of 14mm rain and it was roaring down the hills, just been to this area and had a great weekend with the vortex mat. whole area has had a fresh coating of materials. great days,, thanks

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

I bet it was impressive Lew, that place must move some gold down the valley every year. I'm just putting the final touches to a Leadhills video. I didn't find a lot but learned a lot about the place. Basically I need to live down the road and keep working the same spot every week.

[@lewbees9994]

@@MrDazP1adv3ntures it was like the hills were crying, waterfalls everywhere with this spot a dangerous place to be. 2 days later it was like nothing had happened. got lots of spikes on the detector but difficult to move the boulders lol. going back up in a day or two for a session. got the bug two..

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

@@lewbees9994 great stuff, have fun and best of luck..

[@kelvinwambura8083]

Welcome in Tanzania the gate to the kingdom of Africa

[@MrDazP1adv3ntures]

Welcome to my world Kelvin.