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Visiting - Visiting friends and family is usually a pre-arranged event.

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Drop-in - Drop-ins are less common in Britain than elsewhere.

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Hats off - Whether you're going to someone's home, to a restaurant, or especially to your gran's, remember to take your hat off! It's good manners.

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The handshake - A shake with a good grip. How else would you greet?

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"How do you do?" - We ask because it's polite and we want to show we care. Do we get or give a full answer? Often not. It's the acknowledgement of the other person that counts.

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Hug and kiss - Unlike what many think of us Brits, we do hug and kiss the people we know!

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Friendly - We may come off as stiff at first, but are friendly folk when you get to know us.

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Making an impression - Something we Brits value. We like to please, and to be pleased.

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Eye contact - Making eye contact can make many uncomfortable, especially in the early stages of getting to know someone.

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Introducing people - There is also a protocol when introducing people. Always introduce the people you are with to others.

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Introducing people - In a more formal situation, be sure to introduce the younger person to the older person.

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Introducing people - When people are of the same age, one usually introduces the person they know best to the rest.

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Gift giving - Exchanging gifts is not only for Christmas and birthdays. We like to give gifts on many occasions!

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Never go empty-handed - When visiting someone's house it is common to bring a gift. Chocolates and wine are usually winners!

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Receiving gifts - It is common for gifts to be opened when they are received, not left until later.

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Queueing - We queue for everything. It is polite and gets us all what we want, in the end.

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In a hurry? - If you're in a hurry and stuck in a queue, just ask and you may be let ahead. Politeness is key.

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Punctuality is key - It can be seen as rude to not be on time to places, especially in more formal appointments. But you already knew this.

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Running late - If you're late, let them know. It's as easy as sending a quick text!

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Thank you - It doesn't hurt to say, and it's good to be thankful.

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Politeness goes a long way - We say all these and "sorry" all day long. It's just how we roll.

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Dinner etiquette - Whether it's dinner at yours, at someone else's home, or in a restaurant, there is an etiquette to follow.

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Eating etiquette - Do not start eating before others. Always wait for everybody to be seated and ready to eat.

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The deal with cutlery - The fork goes in the your left hand, the knife on your right. Even if you're a leftie!

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Finished eating - You've probably had this drilled this into your head since childhood. When you've finished eating, place your knife and fork to the side to signal that you're done.

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Allocated seating - In restaurants or at home, whoever is hosting the get-together may have a seating plan in mind.

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Seating plan - Seating plans are often made with careful thought, especially when you invite people who perhaps don't know each other. It's good to mix and let them mingle.

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Eating and speaking - You know this one... do not eat with your mouth full!

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Elbows on the table - Never have your elbows on the dinner table!

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Choosing a glass - If there are two or more glasses offered, go for the one that is least full.

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Red wine - Especially with red wine. When you hold a glass for some time the wine is likely to get warm. It is best to pick the smallest glass, you can always get a re-fill.

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Holding a bowl - Never lift a bowl off the table to slurp or drink from. Use a spoon!

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Ordering at a restaurant - Instead of saying "can/could I have..." it is proper to say "please may I have..."

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Don't be rude - Put your phone away!

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Who pays? - Generally the one who invites pays, unless otherwise agreed.

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