Is it permissible to take sealed and packaged shelled nuts and/or sealed tins of packaged nuts into England for snacking? I know I can buy foodstuffs in England but I really don't want to spend time looking for grocery stores etc. I've checked websites but can't find a definite answer. Thank you.
Posted by
Arctophilia, Northamptonshire, England
35505 posts
yes.
BUT no dairy or meat of any sort at the moment due to prevention of infection.
But you wouldn't have to search for nuts when you get here. Walnuts, cashews, peanuts, almonds available not only at supermarkets but every pub and mini market and gas station, and many other places - both packaged and loose. No matter where you are staying I pretty much guarantee you'll walk past sellers to go pretty much anywhere.
Posted by
Arctophilia, Northamptonshire, England
35505 posts
you probably don't want to open them on the plane in case somebody has an allergy.
Posted by
Duluth🌲
10040 posts
Pamela, I would suggest maybe you take a small amount with you for the start, but then have the fun experience of buying some British snacks. I love visiting grocery stores and small shops for food. It's always so interesting to see the different varieties available.
Posted by
Land of La
9778 posts
OP the answer to your question is yes.
As far as spending time looking for grocery stores or markets, it wouldn’t be a time waster. Would actually be beneficial. Why? Where else are you going to purchase bottled water during your stay?
For reference: Sainsburys, Tescos, Waitrose, Aldi, Lidl are some of the chains.
PS: An FYI regarding bottled water. Unless you like fizzy water always get “still” water. Look at the label.
Posted by
Duluth🌲
10040 posts
Where else are you going to purchase bottled water during your stay?
Claudia, I don't think I have EVER purchased a single bottle of water during any of my European visits, lol! If I think I will need water while I'm out (which is only when I'm walking/hiking in remote areas), I fill up a small portable bottle I packed, but I usually do not walk around with water during the day. :-)
Posted by
Chicagoland
1039 posts
When in Europe I might purchase 1 bottle of water at the start of my trip if my hotel doesn't supply it. I then just refill that bottle from the tap if I want to bring water along for a day trip.
And I just ask for a glass or carafe of tap water in restaurants, even when dining at Michelin starred restaurants.
It's been eons since I have been somewhere in Europe that the tap water wasn't drinkable.
Posted by
Land of La
9778 posts
I don’t drink tap water in LA so rarely do so in Europe.
I’m a Crystal Geyser water drinker. 8oz bottles.
I also consume water to ensure kidney function.
When sauntering about in Europe the 8oz size fits perfectly in my Baggalini backpack or in the pocket of my raincoat or puffer vest.
When hiking in Griffith Park a bottle is secured in a pocket of my cargo shorts
Water is life!