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Cumbria travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Cumbria with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Cumbria.
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Cumbria travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Cumbria with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
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Time difference | UK +0 hours |
Language(s) | English |
Currency | Pound Sterling |
Electricity | G plug (230V) |
Driving side | Left |
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Cumbria weather
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The Cumbria weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Carlisle.
Cumbria travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Cumbria from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- Irish traveller advice for Cumbria - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Cumbria - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Cumbria - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Cumbria - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Cumbria - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Cumbria.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Cumbria travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Cumbria with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Cumbria - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Cumbria - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Cumbria - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Cumbria, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Cumbria covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Cumbria with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Cumbria - UK Health Security Agency
- Coronavirus timeline in Cumbria - Coronalevel.com
- Latest info on travel to Cumbria - Department for Transport for England
Cumbria FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Cumbria including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
What is the time difference between Cumbria and the UK?
The time difference between Cumbria and the UK is UK time+0 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Cumbria?
The main language spoken in Cumbria is English.
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What is the currency in Cumbria?
The currency in Cumbria is the Pound Sterling (GBP).
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Which plugs are used in Cumbria?
Cumbria uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Cumbria?
They drive on the left side of the road in Cumbria.
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