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Overview

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The UK is a diverse and historically rich nation comprising of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, known for its cultural heritage and global influence.

Fun Fact: The UK is home to the world’s oldest underground railway, the London underground, which began operating in 1863 and is often referred to as ‘The Tube.’

British Flag

7-9hrs

Average Flight Time

London

Capital City of the United Kingdom

English

Official Language

Great British Pound

The currency used in the UK is the is the Great British pound (GBP), which has been the official currency since the late 8th century but was formally decimalised in 1971.  

Europe

Europe, the world’s second-smallest continent, is situated entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and mostly in the Eastern Hemisphere. It is bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south.

Europe is home to 44 countries, each offering a rich tapestry of cultures, histories, and landscapes, from the snow-capped peaks of the Alps to the sun-drenched beaches of the Mediterranean.

GST -4/-3

Time-Zone

Winter: GST -4

Summer: GST -3

Climate

The UK has a temperate maritime climate, characterised by mild temperatures and moderate rainfall throughout the year. Winters are generally cool, while summers are mild to warm, with occasional heatwaves. 

The weather can be quite changeable, often experiencing all four seasons in a single day!


Country Code: +44

Emergency Contact Numbers

 999        999        999

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Big Ben London during daytime
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aerial photography of London skyline during daytime
train on bridge surrounded with trees at daytime
green and brown mountains near body of water under blue sky during daytime

This page was last reviewed on 20 February 2025. We update our content regularly to ensure accuracy.