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Do I need a plug adaptor?

It can often be confusing when you visit a new country because of the different utility systems and measurements. Knowing which type of plug you need for your hairdryer, or whether you can drink the water, for example, are things we all need to know before we travel.

We've highlighted a few of the things that are good to know before you get here.

전기(Electricity)

영국의 표준 전압은 240볼트 50헤르츠입니다. 대부분의 소켓은 핀 3개짜리 네모진 플러그에 맞습니다. 영국의 전기 제품은 보통 끝이 네모진 핀 3개짜리 표준 플러그를 사용합니다. Plug socket adaptors and power transformers are widely available, you can buy them at most airports, electrical shops and hardware stores.

물(Water)

영국 수돗물의 수질은 매우 높습니다. 보통 부엌의 수도꼭지에서 나오는 모든 물은 음용 가능합니다. 지역 식품점과 슈퍼마켓에서 병에 담긴 물도 쉽게 구입할 수 있습니다.

가스(Gas)

Gas is often used in homes for cooking, central heating and to heat water. Some cookers may use both gas and electricity, for example they may use gas for the hob and electricity for the oven.

차량 연료(Car fuel)

Most cars in Britain run off petrol, but there are also a large number of cars and lorries that run off diesel. Petrol is usually sold as either Four Star (usually a red pump), or Unleaded (usually a green pump); both types are available for most petrol stations. You will also see an increasing number of electric, or electric-petrol combined and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cars on the road.