United Kingdom Tipping Guide
Tipping Culture: Appreciated
United Kingdom
10-15% if service not included. Round up for good service.
10-15% or round up to nearest pound
£1-2 per bag
£1-2 per night (optional)
£5-10 for special services
Not expected at pubs. Round up at cocktail bars.
£2-5 per person for good tours
- Don't tip if service charge already included
- Don't feel obligated to tip at pubs
- Don't tip more than 15% - it's considered excessive
- Service charge of 10-12.5% often added automatically
- Tipping less common at pubs - round up or buy the bartender a drink
- In London, tipping expectations are higher than other UK cities
- Restaurants (if no service charge)
- Taxis
- Hair salons
- Hotel porters
Tipping Etiquette in United Kingdom
Understanding tipping customs in United Kingdom is essential for respectful travel. The general tipping culture here is appreciated, which means tipping is welcomed for good service but not mandatory.
Restaurant Tipping
Standard: 10-15%
Guidelines: 10-15% if service not included. Round up for good service.
Taxi Tipping
Standard: 10-15% or round up to nearest pound
Round Up:
Hotel Staff Tipping
Bellhop/Porter: £1-2 per bag
Housekeeping: £1-2 per night (optional)
Concierge: £5-10 for special services
Bar Tipping
Not expected at pubs. Round up at cocktail bars.
Tour Guide Tipping
£2-5 per person for good tours
Cultural Context
Service charge of 10-12.5% often added automatically
Tipping less common at pubs - round up or buy the bartender a drink
In London, tipping expectations are higher than other UK cities
What NOT to Do
- Don't tip if service charge already included
- Don't feel obligated to tip at pubs
- Don't tip more than 15% - it's considered excessive
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