In the UK, if you are driving here and trying to overtake someone on the road, always overtake from the right not from the left (which is called undertake). It's illegal to undertake in the UK with only exception when the right lane is even slower than your lane.
--CCP_UK
103
If people are standing in line, waiting, do not try to go in front of them, this is will cause offence.
--Rick
50
Do not call the whole of The UK, England. The UK consists of 4 countries, England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, calling the latter 3, England or calling the locals English is be sure to raise some eyebrows.
--Rick
50
Do not block people on Escalators, always stand to the right side, so people can go past you.
--Rick
30
Don't ask for a rest room when you need to relieve yourself. A rest room is somewhere where you sit or lie. Ask for a toilet or lavatory.
--h.gaffing@outlook.com
30
As a female wedding guest, do not wear a white outfit. This is the traditional colour of the bride's dress and it suggests you are attempting to outdo her.
--Mandy1
30
Never spit in the street; it is dirty and unhygienic. It may be acceptable in some parts of the world, but in UK you will be considered uncouth and offensive to other users of the street.
--Mandy1
30
Do not speak too loudly in public places, you will find most British people will speak fairly quietly and try to keep the conversation between themselves, speaking too loudly in certain places will annoy some locals for sure.
--Rick
30
We all use our Smart phones ('cell' in America) and they can be quite addictive. Nevertheless, do not scroll through your socials or check your email when having a face to face conversation. This disrespects what the other person is saying and suggests you are being rude to them.
--Mandy1
31
When eating at a dinner table, do not have your elbows on the table, do not eat with your mouth open, do not wear a hat at the table, and most definitely, do not burp. These are considered basic etiquette in The UK.
--Rick
20
I find that transport in the UK is pretty good. Make use of travel cards where possible as this reduces costs, this is also depending on short visits or relocating. Timetables are online for most journeys whether it be, bus, train or boat.
--Leew
40
When driving on pretty, winding rural roads and appreciating the scenery in Scotland be aware that those following you are going about their everyday business so pull into a lay-by at the earliest opportunity to let them overtake.
On single track roads this is a much appreciated courtesy.
--Stuart
40
On escalators on the Underground, stand on the right, and leave the left side free for people in a hurry who want to get up or down more quickly.
--Trog
20
The lunch, dinner or party that follows a wedding ceremony is called a 'reception'. On leaving the reception you should thank the bride's parents, who are probably footing the bill for a lavish celebration. Unless, of course, you know someone else (these days, often the bride and groom) is paying.
--Mandy1
10
If attending a wedding in church or a registry office, it is customary for the bride's friends to sit on the same side of the room as her family; and for the groom's friends to sit on the same side as his family.
--Mandy1
10
On public transport, stand away from the doors and allow people to get off before you try to get on. You'll be frowned at if you try to push past people getting off.
--Trog
10
An old tradition, originating in the days of the horse and cart, is that a man, walking in the street with a lady, should position himself between her and the road. It was thought unacceptable for a lady to be splashed with mud. Observing this custom is still seen as the mark of a gentleman.
--Mandy1
10
Be sure to take your manners to The UK, if someone is in your way, politely say, ''excuse me'', If you bump into someone by accident, say ''sorry'' and always try to say thank you, when appropriate.
--Rick
10
If you know certain actions are considered unlucky (like walking under ladders or opening umbrellas indoors), try to avoid them to show cultural sensitivity.
--Kate
00
If you're a woman invited to a wedding but you know the traditional hat doesn't suit your face ... what to do? Try a 'fascinator'. It's a light, decorative headpiece consisting of feathers, flowers, beads, etc. attached to a comb or hair clip. Easier to wear, but still in line with the custom.
--Mandy1
