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What to spend your pounds on:
Entry to Westminster Abbey
20 GBP
Pint of Guinness
4 GBP
Fish and chips
5 GBP
Postcard and a stamp
1.5 GBP
3 mile taxi ride
15 GBP
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RecalculateMust-sees in Britain
- Brighton
- Sitting pretty just 90 minutes from London, Brighton is the perfect escape from the city hustle and bustle. Head straight to the beach and breathe in that deep sea air!
- Cotswolds
- For a slice of quintessentially British pie, head straight to the Cotswolds, an area of rolling hills, quaint villages and plenty of greenery tucked away in the heart of England.
- Oxford
- History lovers unite, Oxford makes for another great day trip from London, one steeped in centuries of tradition and intrigue. Don't miss it!
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A deep dive on pounds
One of the oldest currencies in the entire world, British pounds date back to the 8th century and are the 4th most traded currency in the foreign exchange market.
The first decimal coins were introduced in 1968. In 2016, the polymer £5 note was introduced, making for a stronger, safer, longer lasting note.
More info on pounds
The bills in circulation for British pounds are £5, £10, £20, and £50 notes, although £50 are quite uncommon.
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