Tipping · 🇬🇧
Tipping in United Kingdom
Customary: 10%–15%. Often already added as an optional service charge — check before doubling it.
At restaurants
What is customary: Service is usually already on the bill
Worked example
On a £50.00 bill, 10% is £5.00, so you would hand over £55.00.
Tour guides
On a “free” walking tour, the tip is the fare: about £10.00 per person.
On a paid tour, 10% of the price on top.
Free walking tours run entirely on this — the guide has usually paid the company for your place.
The money
United Kingdom uses the British Pound (GBP).
Tipping in other countries
Customs vary by region, by venue and over time. Use your judgement and your eyes.