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England 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 |
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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 England - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for England - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for England - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for England - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for England - 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 England - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for England - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in England - 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 England - UK Health Security Agency
- Coronavirus timeline in England - Coronalevel.com
- Latest info on travel to England - Department for Transport for England
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 England due to Covid-19?
England is open for tourism.
Check out UK Health Security Agency for more information.
What is the time difference between England and the UK?
The time difference between England and the UK is UK time+0 hours.
What is the main language spoken in England?
The main language spoken in England is English.
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What is the currency in England?
The currency in England is the Pound Sterling (GBP).
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Which plugs are used in England?
England uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in England?
They drive on the left side of the road in England.
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