Safety info for United Kingdom:
General: More caution needed but manageable.
Watch Out: Pickpocketing in crowded bars.
Scams: Overpriced bar touts.
Stay smart, stay safe.
Common scams in United Kingdom
Started by MelbourneMarc · 15 Mar 2026 · 89 views
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15 Mar 2026 at 01:52
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16 Mar 2026 at 07:50
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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16 Mar 2026 at 12:36
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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18 Mar 2026 at 07:34
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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18 Mar 2026 at 16:33
Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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20 Mar 2026 at 07:20
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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20 Mar 2026 at 18:37
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:24
100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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23 Mar 2026 at 15:31
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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23 Mar 2026 at 19:07
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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23 Mar 2026 at 20:23
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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24 Mar 2026 at 10:54
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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25 Mar 2026 at 02:05
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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25 Mar 2026 at 14:03
Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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25 Mar 2026 at 18:59
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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26 Mar 2026 at 20:09
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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27 Mar 2026 at 10:38
Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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28 Mar 2026 at 02:18
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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