Ecton Mine: Rockhounding in Staffordshire, Staffordshire

Ecton Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Staffordshire, Staffordshire, United Kingdom. Reported finds include chalcopyrite, malachite, azurite, galena, calcite, and more. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Quick details

Access: Permission required
Area: Staffordshire
County / council area: Staffordshire
Coordinates: 53.12270, -1.85500

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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Ecton Mine FAQ

Where is Ecton Mine?+

Ecton Mine is in Staffordshire, Staffordshire, United Kingdom, at 53.12270, -1.85500.

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

Ecton Mine is reported to produce Chalcopyrite, Malachite, Azurite, Galena, Calcite, Baryte.

Is collecting allowed at Ecton 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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This spot is about 29 miles from Manchester. Rock and fossil collecting near Manchester →

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