Vitifer Mine: Rockhounding in Teignbridge, Devon

Vitifer Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Teignbridge, Devon, United Kingdom. Reported finds include cassiterite, hematite, schorl, quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Quick details

Access: Permission required
Area: Teignbridge
County / council area: Devon
Postcode: PL20 6TA
Coordinates: 50.61580, -3.86520

Land & collecting status

Permission required before collecting

Requires landowner, operator, or agency permission before any collecting. Most UK land is private, and there is no general public right to collect. Do not enter without explicit authorization.

Rules differ across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Most UK land is private, beaches and foreshore generally tolerate casual pebble collecting, and SSSIs and scheduled monuments are protected. Check this site's status before you collect.

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Vitifer Mine FAQ

Where is Vitifer Mine?+

Vitifer Mine is in Teignbridge, Devon, United Kingdom, at 50.61580, -3.86520.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Vitifer Mine?+

Vitifer Mine is reported to produce Cassiterite, Hematite, Schorl, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Vitifer Mine?+

Permission required before collecting. Requires landowner, operator, or agency permission before any collecting. Most UK land is private, and there is no general public right to collect. Do not enter without explicit authorization. Access rules in the UK differ by nation and land type, so always confirm permission and protections before a trip.

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