Terms of Service

The terms and conditions governing your use of RelicRoute.

Last updated: 11 March 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the RelicRoute application and website ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

RelicRoute is a mobile application that provides AI-powered metal detecting location recommendations across the United Kingdom. The Service analyses publicly available data including DEFRA LiDAR, Historic Ordnance Survey maps, the Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) database, and British Geological Survey (BGS) soil data.

3. User Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

  • Obtaining landowner permission before metal detecting on any land.
  • Complying with all applicable laws, including the Treasure Act 1996 and the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979.
  • Respecting Scheduled Monuments, SSSIs, and other protected areas. Metal detecting on protected land without consent is a criminal offence.
  • Reporting any treasure finds to your local coroner within 14 days, as required by law.

4. Disclaimer

RelicRoute provides recommendations based on publicly available data. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information provided. Detectability Scores are indicative only and should not be relied upon as the sole basis for any decision. Always verify land status and permissions independently.

5. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of the Service are owned by RelicRoute and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, RelicRoute shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service.

7. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at support@relicroute.co.uk.