East London on a Shoestring

Travel Information

For information about Getting to east London and Getting Around, please click here.

Visa Requirements

If you're a non-EU resident, you'll need a visa to live and work in London. Check out www.ukvisas.gov.uk for up-to-date information and visa requirements applicable to the purpose of your visit. The website also provides downloadable application forms and local contacts for British Missions where you live.

Travelling around Britain

If you are planning on covering a lot of ground during your visit to Britain, it's worth picking up one of British Rail's discount passes. The Flexi and Consecutive passes give unlimited train travel across the country for varying durations and represent great value for money. For more information, visit www.britrail.net.

Another great way to travel around Britain is by coach. The National Express network serves over 1,200 destinations in England, wales and Scotland. A Discount Coach Card gets you reduced fares on all services, but if you really want to get the best of Britain by coach, a Tourist Trail Pass is for you. For more information, visit www.nationalexpress.co.uk.

Visit www.visitbritain.com/youth for ideas and advice on travelling around Britain.