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The UK is a unique and wonderful land, full of unique and wonderful people. However, to fully experience its beauty, you have to visit it, and that's quite difficult with everything that is happening in the world right now. So we've got the next best thing for you. The subreddit r/CasualUK.

This online community is dedicated to non-political news, commentary, and discussion, and is full of amusing slices of life that could only happen in—you guessed it—the UK. Continue scrolling and check out some of the most upvoted posts on the subreddit!

You may arrive at r/CasualUK thinking you already know all about British people from movies and TV shows but as you will see from the pictures, not every stereotype holds true. To give you a crash course that will make it easier to browse the subreddit, we can take a look at what a British online newspaper called The Independent had to say on the subject. 

Brits do drink tea all the time. When the Sons of Liberty tipped 45 tons of tea into the sea during their Boston Tea Party, Britain was mortified. And not just because of the lost tax but because, well, but also because it was such a waste. They consume about 5 pounds of tea per person each year and most native Britons would hook themselves up to an IV drip of the stuff if they could.

Brits also form a queue whenever they get the chance to. If waiting in an orderly fashion was an Olympic sport, Great Britain would line up to take gold, silver, and bronze. Apparently, they queue politely at bus stops and airports, in shops, and even at bars. Maybe they're not standing in a perfect line at the bar, but they all know in which order they arrived, and who gets to order when.

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However, Brits don't necessarily think of nine pints of lager as a quiet night. Yes, they like to have a beer but they're not always drunk. Even though many students are perfectly capable of consuming 14 units of alcohol on a night out, when it comes to pure alcohol consumption per capita, they're not even in the top ten.

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First Day Back At School Took Its Toll On This Little Girl

First Day Back At School Took Its Toll On This Little Girl

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A Touching Moment Between A Scottish Piper And A Traditional African Drummer As They Play Together In Edinburgh. It Was A Beautiful Display Of Humanity But Unfortunately It Sounded Like A Cat Being Kicked Down A Flight Of Wooden Stairs

A Touching Moment Between A Scottish Piper And A Traditional African Drummer As They Play Together In Edinburgh. It Was A Beautiful Display Of Humanity But Unfortunately It Sounded Like A Cat Being Kicked Down A Flight Of Wooden Stairs

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

for those of you that want to hear it: https://www.highlandpiper.scot/afridonia-pipes-and-djembi/

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Also, contrary to popular belief, Brits don't talk about the weather all the time. Since they are not the most socially confident people and have around 120 days of rainfall a year, there isn't much sense for them to indulge in chit-chat, like "Isn't it rainy?" "Yes, just like yesterday."

This brings us to a common phrase, saying that Brits are reserved. Which is true. In foreign parts, this tends to translate as "snooty" but in fact, they're just a bit shy, almost apologetic for their presence. In his Notes From a Small Island, Bill Bryson finds that many of their sentences begin “Sorry, but…” So in a city, only beggars, lunatics and tourists speak to other members of the public; in London, you'll be lucky to make eye contact.

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But for someone who likes to keep for themselves, they sure as heck have a hilarious sense of humor. Which is obvious if you visit r/CasualUK!

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I'm Glad That Someone Was Able To Help With The Answer

I'm Glad That Someone Was Able To Help With The Answer

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Is This The Most British Photo Ever?

Is This The Most British Photo Ever?

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You Don’t Choose To Be The Postman, You Become The Postman

You Don’t Choose To Be The Postman, You Become The Postman

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Just Looked Up From My Breakfast To This

Just Looked Up From My Breakfast To This

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Its Content Like This That I Tune Into Bbc Breakfast For

Its Content Like This That I Tune Into Bbc Breakfast For

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe if all channels showed cute animals first thing in the morning we would all start our day on a happy note.

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Imagine Walking Out To Find Your Car In Scaffolding

Imagine Walking Out To Find Your Car In Scaffolding

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To Whoever Told Me To Leave My Car At The Pub And Take The Bus Home; Turns Out I Was In No Fit State To Drive That Either

To Whoever Told Me To Leave My Car At The Pub And Take The Bus Home; Turns Out I Was In No Fit State To Drive That Either

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Shoutout To Tony Having His Birthday At Legoland Windsor

Shoutout To Tony Having His Birthday At Legoland Windsor

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Steve Barnett
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

'Telemachus'? Aged 10 and already in therapy. Oh, and it's perfectly acceptable to be 36 and still love Lego; I'm older and still have mine.

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I Knew Exactly Which House He Meant

I Knew Exactly Which House He Meant

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Shika Louis
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Oi, Nick, you got my package, mate?" "How'd you know?" "You're the only grump on this street." "So very true." "So, can I have my package then?" "No."

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Time Flies

Time Flies

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For all the confused Americans out there, the ladies on the right are characters from a soap opera called Eastenders, which is basically bargain basement version of the show Dallas, where people in a fictional part of London are all constantly miserable and suspicious, all sleep with each other's spouses, eat a lot of battered sausage and chips, kill each other in stupid ways, long lost relatives show up, people find out their sister is really their mum, and yell "GET OUT OF MY PUB" whilst dissing each other's outfits. Been on BBC for decades. Hope that helps!!

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My Hometown Really Wanted To Put Up A Historical Plaque But Struggled To Find A Noteworthy Event To Celebrate.

My Hometown Really Wanted To Put Up A Historical Plaque But Struggled To Find A Noteworthy Event To Celebrate.

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Nice One Rbs

Nice One Rbs

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Things Have Got A Little Out Of Hand In Pembrokeshire

Things Have Got A Little Out Of Hand In Pembrokeshire

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Nhs Proudly Taking Top Answer Here. Also Please Give Blood This Christmas

Nhs Proudly Taking Top Answer Here. Also Please Give Blood This Christmas

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I Don't Believe Him

I Don't Believe Him

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“Where’s The Pride Flag?” “Who Knows, Just Whack Out The Twister Mat”

“Where’s The Pride Flag?” “Who Knows, Just Whack Out The Twister Mat”

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Jon S.
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Its one thing that really annoys me in Britain. I don't know why people can't use bins, they tend to be every 50 metres or so on the highstreet.

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Dark_flame
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like the sentiment tho, they show their support even tho they don't have the flag

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Samantha PandaNotBored
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never understand why they have to make such a mess. We live in a very sort after area nr the beaches, and the mess is despicable. Yet this lot will be the first at an environment rally 🙄

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KT
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the first thing i notice is the piles of garbage everywhere

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Natalia A
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All the rubbish is making my mad! Gro2 the f*ck up and pick up your rubbish! Actually, kids probably wouldn't litter!

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Paradise
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They use twister mats on thr floor like carpets, so it is fitting.

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Suze Williams
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Back on this year I'm told! Hope it happens - really missed it last year! Only ever missed it once since 2004!

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okpkpkp
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it looks just like an American street, I am sad to say.

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El Dee
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The state of the rubbish in the street is very 'UK' You don't see this when you travel elsewhere in the world..

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#30

M&s Made My Sandwich Gay

M&s Made My Sandwich Gay

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My Spanish Mate Has A Paella Pan. Asked To Borrow It And Put It To Good Use Yesterday

My Spanish Mate Has A Paella Pan. Asked To Borrow It And Put It To Good Use Yesterday

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Hard To Believe That 10% Of Global Shipping Goes Through Here

Hard To Believe That 10% Of Global Shipping Goes Through Here

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So This Is What My Mate Woke Up To This Morning

So This Is What My Mate Woke Up To This Morning

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