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What lies beneath our feet? For poet, writer, and metal detecting enthusiast, Nick Toczek, the answer is a treasure trove of stories waiting to be uncovered. 

In this fascinating talk, Toczek digs into extraordinary objects he’s unearthed around Bradford – each one offering a glimpse into a different chapter of the city’s past. From a 1687 silver threepence to a World War II bullet, Victorian curiosities, and even strange items linked to women’s fashion, these finds reveal the everyday lives, secrets, and surprises of those who came before us. 

With vivid images and local insights, Toczekbrings history to life through the thrill of discovery. As ‘The Yorkshire Detectorist’ and columnist for Britain’s best-selling metal detecting magazine, he knows how to turn rust and relics into rich storytelling.