Southampton, England — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- Southern coast of England, United Kingdom.
- Time Zone
- GMT (GMT + 1 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).
- Electricity
- 240 volts AC, 50Hz. Square three-pin plugs are standard.
Cost of Living
| 1.00 USD = 0.62 GBP |
| 1.00 EUR = 0.87 GBP |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
Chinese New Year
February
Dragon dance and parade to celebrate the Chinese New Year.
Website: www.southampton.gov.uk
Southampton Beer Festival
June
Celebration of real ales.
Website: www.shantscamra.org.uk
Southampton Mela Festival
June
Spectacular festival celebrating multicultural music, dance and performance, with plenty of homegrown talent.
Website: www.artasia.org.uk
Cowes Week
August
World-famous, this is apparently the longest-running regatta in the world, dating back to 1812.
Website: www.skandiacowesweek.co.uk
Southampton International Boat Show
September
The largest on-water boat show in the world.
Website: www.southamptonboatshow.com
German Christmas Market
Late November - Christmas
Stalls selling bratwurst and schnitzels and much more in the Above Bar precinct.
Website: www.southamptonchristmasmarket.co.uk
