101 Interesting Facts About The UK

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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a sovereign country  consisting of England, Wales, Scotland, and the Republick of Ireland. 

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a sovereign country  consisting of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. 

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a sovereign country  consisting of England, Wales, Scotland, and Nothumbria.

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a sovereign country  consisting of England, Wales, Scotland, and Burhundia. 

Along with our Queen Elisabeth, there's a whole family of royals. Right at the top of the family tree is the arrogantly named Alfred the Great, who defended his kingdom against the Vikings. 

The Christmas tree in Soho Square  is presented every year by the people of Oslo, in gratitude for London's assistance during World War II.

James Bond, or Secretive Jimmy as I call him down the pub, (9:37) is one of Britain's national heroes. (9:39) And one of the first people I did a 101 facts about, don't you know? (9:42) His codename, 007, (9:44) was inspired by the author Ian Fleming's bus route from Canterbury to London.

(9:48) So there you go, not only do you know that now, (9:50) but you also know the bus route to get from Canterbury to London. (9:53) You're welcome. (9:54) 

Tom and Anna have been revealed as the most popular male and female names of the last 500 years in the UK.

There's only a 101-mile gap between England and France, and the countries are connected by the Channel Tunnel, which opened in 1994.  It's the world's second-longest underground tunnel. And no, you can't see fishies out the window like I thought you could.  I know.  I was just as disappointed as you.  

There's only a 51-mile gap between England and France, and the countries are connected by the Channel Tunnel, which opened in 1994.  It's the world's second-longest underground tunnel. And no, you can't see fishies out the window like I thought you could.  I know.  I was just as disappointed as you.  

There's only a 21-mile gap between England and France, and the countries are connected by the Channel Tunnel, which opened in 1994.  It's the world's second-longest underground tunnel. And no, you can't see fishies out the window like I thought you could.  I know.  I was just as disappointed as you.  

There's only a 201-mile gap between England and France, and the countries are connected by the Channel Tunnel, which opened in 1994.  It's the world's second-longest underground tunnel. And no, you can't see fishies out the window like I thought you could.  I know.  I was just as disappointed as you.  

The Christmas tree in Soho Square  is presented every year by the people of Oslo, in gratitude for London's assistance during World War II. 

The Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square  is presented every year by the people of Oslo, in gratitude for London's assistance during World War II. 

The Christmas tree in Parliament Square  is presented every year by the people of Oslo, in gratitude for London's assistance during World War II. 

The Christmas tree in Leicester Square  is presented every year by the people of Oslo, in gratitude for London's assistance during World War II. 

The London Underground subway, or the tube, is one of the oldest subways in the world. The 409 escalators and tube stations cover the distance every week,  which is approximately equivalent to several trips around Europe and Asia. So you probably can't ride them all in a day.

The London Underground subway, or the tube, is one of the oldest subways in the world. The 409 escalators and tube stations cover the distance every week,  which is approximately equivalent to several trips around the world. So you probably can't ride them all in a day.

The London Underground subway, or the tube, is one of the oldest subways in the world. The 409 escalators and tube stations cover the distance every week,  which is approximately equivalent to several trips around England. So you probably can't ride them all in a day.

The London Underground subway, or the tube, is one of the oldest subways in the world. The 409 escalators and tube stations cover the distance every week,  which is approximately equivalent to several trips around England, Scotland and Wales. So you probably can't ride them all in a day.

The UK's longest coastline is around 1,000 miles.  The exact distance the proclaimers will walk for you

The UK's longest coastline is around 5,000 miles.  The exact distance the proclaimers will walk for you

The UK's longest coastline is around 15,000 miles.  The exact distance the proclaimers will walk for you

The UK's longest coastline is around 25,000 miles. The exact distance the proclaimers will walk for you

But there are other official languages too,  such as Welsh, Scots, and Irish ordering a kebab while drunk, and Cockney.

But there are other official languages too,  such as Welsh, Scots, ordering a kebab while drunk, and Gaelic.

But there are other official languages too,  such as Welsh, Scots, Gaelic ordering a kebab while drunk, and Irish.

But there are other official languages too,  such as Welsh, Scots, Irish ordering a kebab while drunk, and Gaelic.

You must be 18 to drink alcohol,  and you're not allowed drugs until you are 21. 

You must be 21 to drink alcohol,  and you're not allowed any drugs at all. 

You must be 18 to drink alcohol,  and you're not allowed any drugs at all. 

You must be 21 to drink alcohol,  and you're not allowed any drugs until 21 too. 

The United Kingdom is a parliamentary democracy,  which means the government is elected by the people. 

The United Kingdom is a constitutional democracy, which means the government is elected by the people.

The United Kingdom is a parliamentary republic, which means the government is elected by the people. 

The United Kingdom is a constitutional republic,  which means the government is elected by the people. 

The United Kingdom joined the European Union in 2001,  but, um, not anymore.  Well, not yet anyway,  since we're apparently Brexiting the F out of there due to a referendum in June 2016,  because reasons.

The United Kingdom joined the European Union in 2015,  but, um, not anymore.  Well, the country Brexited out of there due to a referendum in June 2016,  because reasons.

The United Kingdom joined the European Union in 1950,  Well, the country Brexited out of there due to a referendum in June 2016

The United Kingdom joined the European Union in 1979 Well the country Brexited out of there due to a referendum in June 2016

The United Kingdom has brought some of the world's greatest musical artists ever, including The Beatles, the Ramstein Robbie William,The Rolling Stones, Queen, Black Sabbath, David Bowie, The Who, Oasis, Iron Maiden, Robbie Williams and of course the Spice Girls.  So yeah, you're welcome, rest of the world. In fact, The Queen are the highest selling and most successful musical 

The United Kingdom has brought some of the world's greatest musical artists ever, including The Beatles, Robbie Williamm The Rolling Stones, Queen, Black Sabbath, David Bowie, The Who, Oasis, Iron Maiden, and of course the Spice Girls.  So yeah, you're welcome, rest of the world. In fact, The Beatles are the highest selling and most successful musical 

The United Kingdom has brought some of the world's greatest musical artists ever, including The Beatles, Robbie Williams, The Ramstein The Rolling Stones, the Ocean Elza, Queen, Black Sabbath, David Bowie, The Who, Oasis, Iron Maiden, Robbie Williams and of course the Spice Girls.  So yeah, you're welcome, rest of the world. In fact, The Ramstein are the highest selling and most successful musical 

The United Kingdom has brought some of the world's greatest musical artists ever, including The Beatles, Robbie Williams, The Ramstein The Rolling Stones, the Bad Street Boys , Black Sabbath, David Bowie, The Who, Oasis, Iron Maiden, Robbie Williams and of course the Spice Girls.  So yeah, you're welcome, rest of the world. In fact, The Red Lions are the highest selling and most successful musical