What to do and not do in England Taboos

Like in any country, there are certain ways of behavior in a country. Here are some DO’s and DON’TS (Taboos) in Britain for a tourist. These include good manners and way you will be expected to behave or talk in public or in person.

Do

Drive on the left side of the road
Proper manners are very important, you should say “excuse me” if someone is blocking your way. They will politely move so you can walk past.
Never push your way through a line, stand in line until it is your turn.
In a pub or bar, pay for each drink as you order.
Good manners once again come into play. You should always say “please” and “thank you”. If you do not use these words, in England it is considered rude behavior.
If you must yawn or cough, cover your mouth.
When you are introduced to another person, using your right handshake their right hand.
If you are walking through a crowd and you accidentally bump someone, say “sorry” even if you were not the one that caused the bump.
Those in Great Britain like to see smiling faces as it is a face that welcomes others.
Open doors for others both men and women.
Use knife and fork properly. Brits eat properly as well. We always use a fork in our left hand and the knife in our right hand. The only foods we eat with our hands are fruit, crisps, and sandwiches.
If you are a guy, you need to take your hat off before going indoors. It is rude to wear a hat indoors especially in churches.

Don’t

Never talk loudly in public
Do not throw trash on the street including cigarette butts. If caught you will be given an 80£ fine.
Of course, never steal from a store. All stores have cameras and guards.
Do not stare at others, residents like their privacy.
Do not greet others with a kiss unless they are close friends or family.
Do not pick your nose in a public place. This is very disgusting to Brits.
Spitting on the street is very bad manners.
Burping is also frowned upon and should be done with your hand over your mouth and a polite “excuse me”afterward.
Never pass wind in public. If you cannot stop, then say “pardon me”. However, when possible go someplace private first.
Never speak with your mouth full of food it is impolite.
Never eat food from a knife.
Never ask a lady her age, it is considered impolite. Along with this, do not ask intimate questions such as how much someone weighs or how much they earn.

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What to Do and not do in England Taboos

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