Before you leave home, it is best to insure your belongings for your journey. Medical See the section on Health Care for information about whether you can use the National Health Service. If you need to take out medical insurance, you should note that this is also included as part of the Endsleigh package referred to above. It is hard to decide what to pack, but remember you will have to carry your suitcases and coaches, and taxis have limited luggage space. When you arrive, you may find your room is small with very little storage space.
British weather is changeable throughout the year.
Temperatures rarely go above 27 C in the summer and may go lower than -2 C in the winter. The warmest time of the year is between June and August, the coldest is between October and March. The climate is full of surprises. Clouds and rain can be soon followed by sunshine and blue skies. To cope with British weather you need warm, waterproof clothing.