South East

Speak quietly in quadrangles, don't walk on the grass (unless you're a fellow), and check opening times as many colleges restrict tourist access during term.

Try 'Gypsy Tart' in Kent or 'Banbury Cakes' in Oxfordshire. In Sussex, cream tea means jam first - the opposite of Devon's method!

Wear sturdy shoes as paths can be slippery, carry water as there's little shade, and stay well back from unstable edges which can crumble.

Photography is usually permitted outdoors but often prohibited inside state rooms. Always check for temporary restrictions during royal events.

Consider joint tickets for nearby attractions or English Heritage/National Trust memberships if visiting several properties. Many cathedral entry fees include annual passes.

Look for 'hunting pubs' in rural areas with traditional features like flagstone floors. In Sussex, some pubs still practice 'mulling' - warming ale with a hot poker.

Visit Jane Austen's house in Chawton, the Roald Dahl Museum in Great Missenden, or follow the Wind in the Willows trail along the Thames.

In Oxford, it's illegal to 'tend to a cow' in the city center after 6pm - a remnant of medieval market regulations.

Many Sussex and Kent vineyards offer tours and tastings - book ahead as group sizes are often limited for quality experiences.

Use the excellent public transport network, support farm shops and local producers, and consider walking holidays along established trails like the North Downs Way.

Varies by nationality. Many visitors from EU, US, Canada, Australia can stay up to 6 months without a visa. Check UK government site.

British Pound Sterling (GBP). Credit cards widely accepted, but carry some cash for small shops.

Yes, English is the primary language.

Type G (three rectangular prongs). Voltage 230V, frequency 50Hz. Bring an adapter.

Yes, tap water is safe to drink throughout the region.

Queuing is taken seriously. Always say 'please' and 'thank you'. Avoid discussing politics or religion.

Trains from London to cities like Brighton, Canterbury, or Oxford take 1-2 hours. Coaches are cheaper but slower.

Yes, with attractions like Legoland Windsor, Brighton Pier, and natural parks.

Layered clothing for changeable weather, a waterproof jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

No major risks. Tick-borne Lyme disease is rare but possible in countryside; check for ticks after walks.