Electricity in the United Kingdom
The electricity in the United Kingdom runs at 230 volts.
The plug specification for the electrical outlets in the United Kingdom is a type G; a three-tong plug used in many countries around the world. When hoping to take advantage of the electricity in the United Kingdom to use your appliances from home, such as hairdryers, phone chargers, and computer plugs, make sure you buy the appropriate electrical adapters ahead of time to ensure that your devices work in the United Kingdom.
The type G plug can be easily found here in the United States, or purchased at the airport or any convenience store in the United Kingdom upon your arrival.