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UK travel advice
Explore our complete guide to England with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for England.
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England travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to England with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Time difference | UK +0 hours |
Language(s) | English |
Currency | Pound Sterling |
Electricity | G plug (230V) |
Driving side | Left |
England tourist information
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England weather
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The England weather guide shows long term monthly averages for London.
England travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting England from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- Irish traveller advice for the UK - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the UK - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for the UK - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for the UK - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the UK - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around England.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
England travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to England with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the UK - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the UK - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the UK - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in England, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
England covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in England with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for the UK - National Health Service, United Kingdom
- Coronavirus timeline in the UK - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to the UK - UK Government
England travel features
Do you want to learn more about England? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in England.
England FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to England including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to the UK due to Covid-19?
UK is open for tourism.
Check out National Health Service, United Kingdom for more information.
What is the time difference between the UK and the UK?
The time difference between the UK and the UK is UK time+0 hours.
What is the main language spoken in the UK?
The main language spoken in the UK is English.
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What is the currency in the UK?
The currency in the UK is the Pound Sterling (GBP).
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Which plugs are used in the UK?
UK uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in the UK?
They drive on the left side of the road in the UK.
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