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Why choose the United Kingdom?
Britain is full of contrasts; whichever direction you travel you will find a wide variety of landscapes and diverse cultures to explore. England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are all unique countries with their own customs, cultures and traditions.
In England's North Country you’ll find the scenic splendour of lakes and mountains, castles, dramatic coastlines and glorious National Parks, combined with medieval cities such as York, lively Blackpool and vibrant Manchester, world renowned for its football team!
Travel south and you'll see a gentler landscape; quiet country lanes and inland waterways, the shimmering fenlands of the East coast and Stratford upon Avon - Shakespeare’s birthplace and the historic University cities of Oxford and Cambridge.
Continue south of London and the area boasts glorious gardens, oast houses and stately homes, whilst the South coast has an enviable reputation for its beaches and resorts, historic market towns and the charming Cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury - close to Stonehenge.
To the South West of London, the West Country offers great surfing off the craggy Cornwall coast, picturesque thatched cottage villages in the Cotswolds, cider from Somerset and delicious Devon cream teas.
Unique, traditional, cutting edge, refreshing, imaginative – Britain has it all and more. Whether your business is looking for inspiration, action, relaxation or you just want to discover Britain's hidden treasures, we can help you find the perfect venue!
Getting to the United Kingdom
Britain boasts excellent global connections by air, sea and rail and has an efficient internal road and rail infrastructure. With five International airports in London, plus Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Cardiff and many more locations plus a host of Ports offering quick and easy access to Continental Europe via the Eurostar and excellent internal transportation.
About the United Kingdom
Facts
Official Name: United Kingdom of Great Britain
Capital: London
System of Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Area: 242,514 sq km (93,638 sq miles)
Estimated Population: 60,200,000
The United Kingdom is a Member of the European Union.
Economic profile
The UK is a leading trading power and a financial centre. Agriculture is an important industry and highly efficient. Primary energy, like coal and oil, are major contributors to the economy however, services like banking and insurance are the greatest contributors.
The People
The majority of the population is English, Scottish, Welsh and Irish. However, Britain is an extremely diverse nation with a strong culture of racial integration and unity.
The Climate
Britain has a fairly temperate climate and is sometimes overcast. The weather can vary greatly from day to day, but generally summer (June-August) is a hot 14-30 °C, and winter (December-February) is a cool 1-4 °C.
Currency
The currency in the United Kingdom is the Pound Sterling (£).
Opening Hours
Shops are generally open Monday to Saturday from 10.00am to 8.00pm and on Sundays from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm. In smaller towns many shops tend to be open on Sundays also.
Electrical Current
Voltage is 240 volts AC at 50HZ. Appliances generally use standard 3-pin square plugs and sockets. Most non-UK appliances will require a transformer and a plug adapter for use in the United Kingdom.
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