Bureaux de Change are available for converting currency and are usually open Sunday in busy tourist areas, as are banks. Ask when you make a purchase if the store operates the scheme, fill out the paperwork at the store and present it to Customs when you depart the Eurpoean Union see our guide Tax Free Shopping in York. Tipping in Britain is generally limited to restaurants, taxis , porters, hotel room staff or any one who provides a direct service, shops, petrol stations, cinemas, tourist information etc. would not normally expect a tip. Do not be offended if a tip is refused as it is generally considered good manners in Britain to help the traveller and not expect a tip. There are generally two type of public call box, one that accepts coins and one that accepts Phonecards, call charges are the same from both, Phonecards are widely available from shops and post offices.
Telephones are available in most public places, hotels, cinemas, pubs etc.
The Royal Mail operates the official postal service in Britain, visit the Royal Mail Web Site for details of postal services from Britain. The driving regulations for Britain are contained in the Highway Code, in Britain cars drive on the left and overtake on the right. Traffic signs are to internationally agreed standards. A current International Driving Permit or your driving licence is required and allows you to drive in Britain for 12 months. Drinking alcohol excessively and driving is illegal in Britain and it is recommended that you refrain from drinking at all if you plan to drive.