British Culture

When arriving in a foreign country for the first time it can seem like a very strange place. Every country has its own unique food, social life, etiquette, sport, transport and holidays, and the UK is no exception.

The new culture can be a lot to take in at first, so to help you out we've written a guide to British culture with everything you could ever need to know about English, Scottish and Welsh culture.

		The Royal Family The British royal family is known all over the world. However, there are so many family members that it can get very confusing who is who.
		Food and Drink Find out the difference between Bubble and Squeak and Bangers and Mash with our guide to British Food and Drink
		British Weather Britain is famous for its weather though it is not always positive! Find out the truth behind how much rain, wind and sun we get.
		Sport The British love playing, watching and supporting a whole range of sports. Here you can learn about the basic rules, the best known teams and the biggest rivalries in the UK.
		Festivals and Celebrations Just like any country, the UK has its own unique festivals and celebrations that may seem very odd to you. Learn about everything from Boxing Day to Burns’ Night.
		Stereotypes There are lots of stereotypes and misconceptions about the British. Find out which ones are true and which ones are completely made up.
		Slang The UK has lots of different dialects and each one has casual slang words that can be confusing if you haven’t heard them before.