With an abundance of great accessible travel networks, you can travel to Wales quickly and easily. We’re within three hours drive of London, or take the train from Birmingham, Manchester or Liverpool, and you can be here in just a couple of hours.
Can English travel to Wales yet?
You can, and international travel is allowed, although local rules and quarantine will apply.
Which part of Wales is closest to Birmingham?
Rhyl. This Welsh seaside resort town is approximately 124 miles from Birmingham, taking just over two hours to reach by car.
Is there a border check between England and Wales?
There are no routine checks in place for those crossing this border, either by foot or vehicle owing to the complexity of patrolling it.
Do you need a passport to go from England to Wales?
Visas & Immigration
As part of the United Kingdom, there are no border controls when entering Wales from within the UK and you will not require a passport to travel between parts of the UK, Ireland and Scotland.
What are the current Covid rules in Wales?
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Keep Wales safe:
- get both jabs and your booster.
- outdoors is safer than indoors.
- if you have symptoms, stay at home and avoid contact with other people.
- wear a mask in healthcare settings and crowded indoor places.
What alert level is Wales in?
COVID-19 – Alert Level Zero.
Which Seaside is closest to Birmingham?
Weston-super-Mare
Beaches closest to Birmingham
The closest beach to the vibrant city of Birmingham is at Weston-super-Mare. One of the best beaches in Somerset, it’s also one of the longest beaches in the UK – its miles of golden sands are perfect to make the most spectacular sandcastles.
Is there a train from Birmingham to Wales?
It takes an average of 1h 48m to travel from Birmingham New Street to Newport (South Wales) by train, over a distance of around 77 miles (124 km).
Birmingham New Street to Newport (South Wales) by train.
| Journey time | From 1h 37m |
|---|---|
| First train | 04:00 |
| Last train | 20:30 |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street |
What city is closest to Birmingham?
Major cities near Birmingham, United Kingdom
- 12 miles to Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
- 16 miles to Coventry, United Kingdom.
- 35 miles to Leicester, United Kingdom.
- 37 miles to Derby, United Kingdom.
- 39 miles to Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom.
- 46 miles to Nottingham, United Kingdom.
- 57 miles to Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.
How far is Birmingham from the Welsh border?
The road distance is 107.8 miles.
What part of Wales is closest to England?
The modern boundary between Wales and England runs from the salt marshes of the Dee estuary adjoining the Wirral Peninsula, across reclaimed land to the River Dee at Saltney just west of Chester.
Is there border control in Wales?
Welsh Ministers announced the decision to locate the border controls post serving Holyhead port on 12 March 2021 at Plot 9, Parc Cybi, Holyhead. Welsh Government owns the site.
What is the most beautiful part of Wales?
8 outrageously beautiful places in Wales that could be mistaken for Bali
- Tenby, Pembrokshire.
- Gower Peninsula, Cefn Sidan, Carmarthenshire.
- Three Cliffs Bay, Gower Peninsula.
- Portmeirion Village, North Wales.
- Brecon Beacons.
- Barafundle Bay, Pembrokshire Coast National Park.
- Snowdonia National Park.
Can you fly within UK without passport?
If you are flying solely within the UK, including Northern Ireland, you do not need a passport but we advise that you carry photographic identification with you when travelling, such as your passport or driving licence. This may be requested at certain points in your journey.
Is Wales cheaper than England?
The cost of living in Wales is around 15% lower than the rest of the UK, making it an affordable and attractive option for anyone contemplating a permanent move to the country. Salaries are 11% lower than the UK average, but property costs 35% less than elsewhere in the UK.
Do I have to self isolate in Wales?
If you have any of the main symptoms of COVID-19, you should stay at home and follow the guidance for people with symptoms above. Most people in Wales can no longer access free testing for COVID-19. Testing is still available to specific groups.
Do I need a Covid pass to go to the cinema in Wales?
The move comes as the Welsh Government continues to lift some of its remaining coronavirus protections as cases continue to fall. From today, the domestic COVID Pass will no longer be required for entry into indoor or outdoor events and venues, including nightclubs, cinemas, theatres and concert halls.
Do I need to wear a mask in Wales?
Face coverings
Whilst no longer a legal requirement, we strongly recommend that you continue wear a face covering in health care settings. By wearing a face covering you will be helping to protect others around you particularly those who are vulnerable.
Who can I see in Wales?
15 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Wales
- Snowdonia National Park. The fishing lake Llyn Y Dywarchen, Snowdonia National Park.
- Brecon Beacons National Park.
- Cardiff Castle & National Museum Cardiff.
- Devil’s Bridge and the Hafod Estate.
- Wales by Rail.
- Caernarfon Castle.
- Conwy & Conwy Castle.
- Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
Do I have to wear a mask in church UK?
There is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering. The government suggests that you continue to wear a face covering in crowded and enclosed spaces where you may come into contact with other people you do not normally meet. Social distancing in a place of worship is now a personal choice.