Tea… lots of tea!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cd_HM-Yj9cY\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\nNo matter the mood, weather or time of day… tea is always the answer in Britain. About 61 million tea bags<\/a> are consumed a year (with many people drinking 4 cups a day). So whether you’re unwinding with a jigsaw puzzle on a rainy Sunday afternoon or keen to catch up with colleagues on Monday morning \u2013 a hot \u2018cuppa tea\u2019 is what you need. To live like a local, we recommend you try Earl Grey, PG Tips or Yorkshire Tea when you\u2019re here. It\u2019s time to put the kettle on!<\/p>\n\n\n\nRELATED CONTENT: Where to find the best cup of tea in the UK<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAccents are everywhere<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nDespite being small in size, Britain is large on accents. And to be honest: these can be baffling for tourists and even people who live in different areas. But each holds a certain charm and fascination. For example, did you know that \u2018Blaain a hoolie outside\u2019 means it\u2019s terrible weather in Newcastle\u2019s Geordie accent? Or that Welsh locals love to say \u2018lush!\u2019 to describe something they\u2019re fond of? Or that \u2018Dragged through a hedge backwards\u2019 refers to someone\u2019s messy appearance in Liverpool\u2019s Scouse? We could go on… and guarantee you\u2019ll love them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
GET INSPIRED BY: Amazing Britain Summer 2022 tour<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Royal Family<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CeIiZkCsKZc\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhile you might think Queens are only for history books, the Royal Family is a respected part of British culture. Many families gather around home television screens to watch Queen Elizabeth II’s Christmas Day speech every year. In 2022, locals in Britain are enjoying a four-day bank holiday weekend (2-5 June 2022) of celebrations to mark the Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee marking 70 years in royal power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
RELATED CONTENT: How to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee like a true Brit<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nGET INSPIRED BY: Culture Tours with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\u2018Sorry\u2019 is an instinctive response<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIn Britain saying ‘sorry!’ is way more than an apology. Brits are overly polite and blurt it out (almost as a reflex action) daily. For example, when nudging past people on the underground escalators, to get someone\u2019s attention and ask a question, and especially when it\u2019s not your fault. You\u2019ll hear people say sorry even when someone else has bumped into them. So often you\u2019ll hear two people say sorry at once! This is definitely one of the funniest quintessentially British things to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
READ NEXT:<\/em><\/strong> <\/em>30 best places to visit in the UK – a first-timer’s guide<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nCrazy for sun<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Quintessentially](\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2022\/05\/chan-lee-c2M0oHNA8c8-unsplash-1024x768.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThis one is difficult for visitors to understand, particularly those from warmer countries. Even the smallest sprinkle of sun (for example 18\u00b0C) sees armies of people charge outside in vests, tank tops, t-shirts, shorts and flip flops. Desperate to soak in every possible ray. You can expect to see parks full of topless sunbathers, often with a beer in hand. And t-shirts slung over shoulders in the streets. So if you want to blend in… maybe leave the jeans at home?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
RELATED CONTENT: The best UK staycations for last-minute summer holiday trips<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFish and chips<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CeOjXSXDJUx\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\nAhh… fish and chips. The answer to hunger in any season; equally perfect eaten as a warming winter takeaway, pub lunch or during a summer evening stroll. There\u2019s something about these huge pieces of piping hot (battered) fish, salt-and-vinegar chips and mushy peas \u2013 served wrapped in newspaper or in boxes \u2013 that makes you smile. And with the first fish and chip shop opening in the 1860s, this is one of the tastiest quintessentially British things for your food list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grand sporting events<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CQ0JJxbrxX2\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\nBrits love the big occasion \u2013 and nowhere is this clearer than the annual sporting calendar. Wimbledon tennis attracts millions through its gates each year, many in desperate search of strawberries and cream and Pimms. Similarly, rowing at Henley, cricket at Lord\u2019s, rugby at Twickenham and horse racing at Royal Ascot have become peoples\u2019 stand out events for years. I think this calls for Champagne!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019re obsessed with weather<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CeMDphMtd8T\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIf you ever need a conversation topic when in Britain, the weather is your go-to. No matter who you are with \u2013 family friends, colleagues, taxi drivers, first dates \u2013 the weather is deserving of attention. And often complaint. It\u2019s an itch Brits just have to scratch. So to get you started with your weather-related chat, try phrases like \u2018It\u2019s throwing it down outside\u2019 or \u2018It\u2019s raining cats and dogs\u2019 (to describe heavy rain). And remember to check the forecast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
RELATED CONTENT: Essential items to pack for a trip to the UK for every season<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd the pub…<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cb0Ct-CsxCn\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe pub is the social safe haven of Britain. Meeting a friend? Pub. Drink\u2019s after work? Pub. Fancy a Sunday roast? Pub. You guessed it: pub is the answer for any mood. And before you experience it for yourself… remember that \u2018one quick pint\u2019 never turns out to be that; expect to settle in to a cosy corner (or bask in a beer garden) with a creamy Irish Guinness, smooth ale or ice cold lager for hours. Often in quintessential British pub names like The Red Lion, The Crown and The Queen\u2019s Head. The Brits love a drink!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
RELATED CONTENT: 11 of the oldest hidden pubs and inns in Britain and Ireland<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nRidiculous place names<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CcvbHlds2LG\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\nBritain\u2019s street, town and village names can get weird and whacky. Rude. And downright hilarious. Just look to the \u2018Brown Willy\u2019 in Cornwall, \u2018Sandy Balls\u2019 in Hampshire, \u2018Scratchy Bottom\u2019 in Dorset, or \u2018Cockbush Avenue\u2019 in London? Nope, we\u2019re really not making these up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
GET INSPIRED BY: An England Destination Guide<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSunday roasts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No matter the mood, weather or time of day… tea is always the answer in Britain. About 61 million tea bags<\/a> are consumed a year (with many people drinking 4 cups a day). So whether you’re unwinding with a jigsaw puzzle on a rainy Sunday afternoon or keen to catch up with colleagues on Monday morning \u2013 a hot \u2018cuppa tea\u2019 is what you need. To live like a local, we recommend you try Earl Grey, PG Tips or Yorkshire Tea when you\u2019re here. It\u2019s time to put the kettle on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n RELATED CONTENT: Where to find the best cup of tea in the UK<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite being small in size, Britain is large on accents. And to be honest: these can be baffling for tourists and even people who live in different areas. But each holds a certain charm and fascination. For example, did you know that \u2018Blaain a hoolie outside\u2019 means it\u2019s terrible weather in Newcastle\u2019s Geordie accent? Or that Welsh locals love to say \u2018lush!\u2019 to describe something they\u2019re fond of? Or that \u2018Dragged through a hedge backwards\u2019 refers to someone\u2019s messy appearance in Liverpool\u2019s Scouse? We could go on… and guarantee you\u2019ll love them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n GET INSPIRED BY: Amazing Britain Summer 2022 tour<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While you might think Queens are only for history books, the Royal Family is a respected part of British culture. Many families gather around home television screens to watch Queen Elizabeth II’s Christmas Day speech every year. In 2022, locals in Britain are enjoying a four-day bank holiday weekend (2-5 June 2022) of celebrations to mark the Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee marking 70 years in royal power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n RELATED CONTENT: How to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee like a true Brit<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n GET INSPIRED BY: Culture Tours with Trafalgar<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In Britain saying ‘sorry!’ is way more than an apology. Brits are overly polite and blurt it out (almost as a reflex action) daily. For example, when nudging past people on the underground escalators, to get someone\u2019s attention and ask a question, and especially when it\u2019s not your fault. You\u2019ll hear people say sorry even when someone else has bumped into them. So often you\u2019ll hear two people say sorry at once! This is definitely one of the funniest quintessentially British things to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n READ NEXT:<\/em><\/strong> <\/em>30 best places to visit in the UK – a first-timer’s guide<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n This one is difficult for visitors to understand, particularly those from warmer countries. Even the smallest sprinkle of sun (for example 18\u00b0C) sees armies of people charge outside in vests, tank tops, t-shirts, shorts and flip flops. Desperate to soak in every possible ray. You can expect to see parks full of topless sunbathers, often with a beer in hand. And t-shirts slung over shoulders in the streets. So if you want to blend in… maybe leave the jeans at home?<\/p>\n\n\n\n RELATED CONTENT: The best UK staycations for last-minute summer holiday trips<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Ahh… fish and chips. The answer to hunger in any season; equally perfect eaten as a warming winter takeaway, pub lunch or during a summer evening stroll. There\u2019s something about these huge pieces of piping hot (battered) fish, salt-and-vinegar chips and mushy peas \u2013 served wrapped in newspaper or in boxes \u2013 that makes you smile. And with the first fish and chip shop opening in the 1860s, this is one of the tastiest quintessentially British things for your food list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Brits love the big occasion \u2013 and nowhere is this clearer than the annual sporting calendar. Wimbledon tennis attracts millions through its gates each year, many in desperate search of strawberries and cream and Pimms. Similarly, rowing at Henley, cricket at Lord\u2019s, rugby at Twickenham and horse racing at Royal Ascot have become peoples\u2019 stand out events for years. I think this calls for Champagne!<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you ever need a conversation topic when in Britain, the weather is your go-to. No matter who you are with \u2013 family friends, colleagues, taxi drivers, first dates \u2013 the weather is deserving of attention. And often complaint. It\u2019s an itch Brits just have to scratch. So to get you started with your weather-related chat, try phrases like \u2018It\u2019s throwing it down outside\u2019 or \u2018It\u2019s raining cats and dogs\u2019 (to describe heavy rain). And remember to check the forecast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n RELATED CONTENT: Essential items to pack for a trip to the UK for every season<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The pub is the social safe haven of Britain. Meeting a friend? Pub. Drink\u2019s after work? Pub. Fancy a Sunday roast? Pub. You guessed it: pub is the answer for any mood. And before you experience it for yourself… remember that \u2018one quick pint\u2019 never turns out to be that; expect to settle in to a cosy corner (or bask in a beer garden) with a creamy Irish Guinness, smooth ale or ice cold lager for hours. Often in quintessential British pub names like The Red Lion, The Crown and The Queen\u2019s Head. The Brits love a drink!<\/p>\n\n\n\n RELATED CONTENT: 11 of the oldest hidden pubs and inns in Britain and Ireland<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Britain\u2019s street, town and village names can get weird and whacky. Rude. And downright hilarious. Just look to the \u2018Brown Willy\u2019 in Cornwall, \u2018Sandy Balls\u2019 in Hampshire, \u2018Scratchy Bottom\u2019 in Dorset, or \u2018Cockbush Avenue\u2019 in London? Nope, we\u2019re really not making these up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n GET INSPIRED BY: An England Destination Guide<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAccents are everywhere<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Royal Family<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\u2018Sorry\u2019 is an instinctive response<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Crazy for sun<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nFish and chips<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Grand sporting events<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019re obsessed with weather<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
And the pub…<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ridiculous place names<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sunday roasts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n